Childminder in Blackburn with Darwen

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 September 2017 Not applicable

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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

 The enthusiastic childminder provides a warm and welcoming environment in which children feel confident to explore and play. She provides a wide range of resources and supports children to make choices about what they would like to play with.  The childminder considers the views of parents and children when planning future changes to the service she provides.  The childminder accurately assesses the progress children make and uses this information to plan what they need to learn next. She monitors any gaps in their learning and ensures children receive the support they need to make good progress.  Children are kind towards each other and behave very well. The childminder praises children's good behaviour and gently supports them to understand why some behaviours are not appropriate.  Children's experiences are enriched as the childminder takes them on regular trips and to groups in the local area.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Sometimes, the childminder is too eager to help and does not make the most of opportunities for children to try to do things for themselves and develop their independence skills further.  The childminder does not make full use of opportunities to develop her professional knowledge and skills further, to help raise the quality of children's experiences even higher.

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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

 make the most of opportunities for children to 'have a go' and try to do things for themselves during activities  explore and plan a range of opportunities to develop professional knowledge and skills, to help continually raise the quality of the provision.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector and childminder jointly evaluated the quality of an activity.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the suitability of the childminder and other adults living in the family home.  The inspector had a tour of the areas used for childminding purposes.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder carefully considers children's safety. She checks her home daily, for potential risks, and takes appropriate action to ensure that children remain safe. Children are taught to manage their own risks. The childminder discusses with children why they should not to touch the oven during baking activities. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder can recognise signs which would give her cause for concern about a child's welfare. She knows how to refer any concerns to the relevant authorities. Daily conversations are used to update parents on their child's progress and to share ideas about things parents may wish to try at home to help support their child's learning. The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with any other early years settings that children may attend in the future.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder enthusiastically joins in children's play. She follows their developing interests and generally makes the most of the activities they choose, to teach what they need to learn next. The childminder talks to children about what they are doing and asks questions to help challenge them in their learning. She supports children's developing social, physical and communication skills well. For example, younger children are encouraged to pull themselves up and are praised for taking steps towards the childminder. Older children develop their understanding of new words. For example, the childminder introduces the word 'atlas' as children look at maps. She carefully explains what the word means. Children enjoy singing and dancing. They develop their understanding of number as they sing a variety of rhymes and songs.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder forms very positive relationships with children, who in turn develop secure attachments. She offers flexible settling-in arrangements and gathers information from parents about their child's care and learning when they first start. Children play very well together. Older children support younger children to make the most of the activities on offer. The childminder understands the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. She ensures that children follow good hygiene procedures and talks to them about the importance of eating a healthy, balanced diet. Children have daily opportunities for play outdoors, either in the garden or during trips to the local park. The childminder supports children to recognise and respect the similarities and differences between themselves and others.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are curious and active learners who are eager to try new experiences. They learn to play together well, sharing toys and taking turns. Children are encouraged to make decisions and explain their thinking as they play. They develop a range of skills that helps to prepare them for what they need to learn next. They are well prepared to go to school when the time comes.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY487581 Local authority Blackburn Inspection number 1009680 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015. She operates during term-time only, from 7.40am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

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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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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