Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 December 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 childminder promotes a warm and welcoming environment in which children develop growing confidence and independence. All children are developing the skills and attitudes that promote future learning.  The childminder uses comprehensive observations and accurate assessments to review the progress that each child is making. She uses this information to promptly identify any gaps in children's learning and seeks additional support when needed.  The childminder establishes effective partnership working with parents and gets to know each child's individual needs and interests well. She plans effectively for what each child needs to learn next and supports parents to continue children's learning at home.  Children are eager to contribute to conversations and share their views and opinions. Their physical and emotional well-being is promoted very well and they thoroughly enjoy their time at the childminder's house.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not developed highly effective methods to set priorities to promote improvement and raise the standard of the provision to the highest level.  The childminder has not maximised opportunities to undertake regular training and professional development to help to constantly improve the quality of teaching and learning.

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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

 focus more precisely on setting priorities for improvement and raise the standard of the provision even further  build on the programme of training and professional development so that the quality of teaching and learning improves to the highest level.

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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 and her role and responsibilities in keeping children safe. She understands the procedures to follow should she be concerned about a child's safety or welfare. The childminder works closely with parents and understands the importance of developing strong and effective partnership working with other professionals. Parents state that they are happy with the methods used to promote communication and the good progress children are making.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a stimulating learning environment and provides children with challenging and purposeful play. She uses a range of effective methods to promote children's communication and language skills. The childminder provides younger children with a running commentary as they play. She encourages them to copy and repeat sounds and actions. The childminder gives older children plenty of time to listen and respond to questions and encourages them to contribute towards discussions. She introduces all areas of learning and development and follows children's interests well. Children are curious and inquisitive and develop confidence in trying new things. They play with good imagination skills and are keen to explore and experiment. They are developing the skills ready for their move on to school.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder works closely with parents to establish children's interests, care needs and routines from the start. She uses this information to get to know children and this helps them to settle in well. The childminder is a good role model and values each child's contributions. Children form a close bond with the childminder and make friends easily. They are motivated to learn and show a strong sense of belonging as they explore the environment with confidence. Older children are kind, caring and considerate to others and behave very well. The childminder provides healthy and nutritious meals and provides plenty of opportunities to exercise outdoors in the fresh air.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children play with energy, imagination and creativity. They are eager to have a go and enjoy making up their own games. Children are keen to invite the childminder to join in with their play and articulate their ideas and suggestions very well. They listen to others and contribute to discussions with confidence and enthusiasm. Children are active and independent learners who have an eager disposition towards learning. They are making good progress, given their starting points.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY493694 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 1027731 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 3 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 and lives in Walton-le-Dale. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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