Ashton, Philippa

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 31 July 2017 9 June 2014

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 Parents praise the childminder for providing a range of high-quality resources and fun experiences that children thoroughly enjoy.  The childminder regularly seeks the views of children and parents, and uses this information to drive ongoing improvements.  The childminder completes thorough and accurate assessments of children's learning. She effectively plans for what each child needs to learn next and promptly identifies any gaps in their learning. All children are making good progress from their starting points.  The childminder promotes children's emotional and physical well-being very well. She uses a range of effective methods to promote children's confidence, self-esteem and independence skills. Children have a strong sense of belonging and enjoy making choices throughout the day.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not regularly provide all parents with ideas for supporting their child’s learning at home.  The childminder does not maximise opportunities to help children to make healthy choices.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 build on the methods already in place to provide parents with ideas they can use to continue children's learning at home.  provide children with more opportunities to promote their understanding of how to make healthy choices.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a robust understanding of child protection issues. She knows what to do should she be concerned about the welfare or safety of a child. The childminder attends regular training and this helps to raise the quality of teaching and learning. Following training attended, she plans an inviting and imaginative learning environment that successfully promotes children's communication and language skills. The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals. She shares information with other settings that children attend to promote a consistent approach to children's care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides children with an environment that promotes independence and that follows their interests well. She effectively promotes children's communication and language skills in a variety of ways. For example, she gives prompts and clear instructions, repeats phrases and sounds out words. The childminder gives children plenty of time to think and respond. She introduces fun games to build on children's early mathematical skills. Children enjoy rolling the dice and matching the different coloured discs. They participate in a range of activities to promote their physical skills. Children concentrate and keep on trying; for example, as they carefully thread buttons. They develop good critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder gets to know children well. She establishes children's routines and care needs from the start. The childminder works closely with parents to meet children's needs and help them to settle in quickly. Children enjoy their time with the childminder and form a strong bond and attachment with her. The childminder is a good role model and gives children clear and gentle reminders of expectations. Children are keen to help carry out small tasks, such as tidying away their toys, and pass resources to each other. Children behave very well and play cooperatively together. They have plenty of opportunities to explore wildlife and learn about life cycles. Children develop a love of the outdoors and engage in a range of activities to promote their physical skills. They are confident to try new things and are motivated to play and explore.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are active, independent and creative in their play and have an eager disposition towards learning. They enjoy making relationships with their peers. Children are keen to listen to others and contribute towards discussions. They develop increasing levels of concentration and engagement and enjoy following their own play ideas. Children are successful learners and confident individuals. They enjoy celebrating their achievements together. All children are all making good progress and developing the skills they need, ready for their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 308726 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 1087063 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1998 and lives in Warton, Carnforth. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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Telephone number

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