Blackburn, Deborah Ellen

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 February 2018 2 June 2015

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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 provides a welcoming, stimulating and homely environment for children. They freely choose from the good range of accessible resources, which supports their play and learning well. Children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder continually reflects on her practice and identifies areas that she would like to develop even further. She has made good improvements to successfully address the recommendations raised at her last inspection.  The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. Children are inspired by interesting activities that they enjoy. For example, they develop a good understanding of the natural world as they explore places of interest in the local area with the childminder. They meet with other children at groups and extend their good social skills well.  Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder consults parents about children's

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This provision is good

home routines and keeps them well informed about their children's development. Children benefit from consistency and a strengthened approach to their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are few opportunities for children to use their senses to explore and investigate, to develop their curiosity and extend their sensory skills further.  The childminder does not make the most of opportunities for professional development to enhance her good teaching skills and help children to make even better progress.

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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

 provide more opportunities for children to use their senses to explore, and develop and extend their sensory skills further  make the most of professional development opportunities to raise the quality of teaching even further and maximise children's learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder engaged in activities with children.  The inspector observed children with the childminder and discussed their learning and development.  The inspector looked at a range of documents, including policies and children's records.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at written comments from parents and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows the signs that might lead her to be concerned about a child's welfare. She attends mandatory training and is clear about the correct procedures to follow to keep children safe from harm. The childminder tracks children's progress effectively to identify their achievements and target any gaps in their development. She works in good partnership with outside agencies to help all children to reach their full potential. The childminder forms positive partnerships with other providers and local schools to provide a consistent approach to children's learning. Children go on to school with confidence and self-assurance.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder assesses children's levels of development effectively and uses this information to plan the next steps in children's learning. She interacts positively with children during play to support their involvement and extend their learning. For example, she playfully joins in with children as they dress up and pretend to be superheroes. They use their imaginations to great effect and develop good communication and language skills. The childminder provides good encouragement for children to think things through for themselves and solve problems. For example, she asks questions that support them to speculate the best way to make models from cardboard boxes, and concentrate well to use scissors and tape with skill. She praises their efforts and supports their self-esteem well. Children enjoy activities and become motivated learners.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder forms caring relationships with children, and they become relaxed and confident to explore the activities on offer. She is a good role model and encourages children to share, take turns and behave well. Older children show consideration towards younger ones, cooperating and including them in their activities. The childminder provides healthy snacks and ensures children experience fresh air and exercise regularly. Children learn to adopt healthy lifestyles and develop good physical skills. The childminder encourages children to follow good hygiene routines and become independent in their personal care. She gives them responsibility for keeping themselves safe during play. For example, she encourages them to tidy away toys when they have finished playing with them, to keep the environment free from hazards.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children learn a wide range of skills and show readiness for the next stages of their learning and their eventual move on to school. They are independent and show pride in carrying out tasks, such as helping to prepare their own snacks, and managing their own coats and shoes. Older children show interest in writing their names, and use pencils and crayons with skill and good control. They recognise the letters of their names and know the sounds they represent, demonstrating good early literacy skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY398968 Local authority Devon Inspection number 1111390 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 6

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. She operates flexible hours throughout the year and provides overnight care. The childminder holds a degree in English and a level 3 diploma in home-based childcare.

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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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