Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 April 2018 22 November 2017

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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 has addressed all of the actions from the previous inspection with support from her local authority advisor. For example, she has attended training and has a relevant first-aid certificate in place. She has developed her knowledge of how to safeguard children, including those who may be at risk from extreme views or behaviours.  The childminder provides stimulating and challenging activities that capture children's interests well. This helps to support them to make good progress in their learning and development.  The childminder provides a welcoming, friendly environment. She forms strong relationships with the children. Children behave well and enjoy each other's company.  Parents are very happy with the childminder's care and practices. She shares children's assessments and development needs to help support their ongoing learning at home.  The childminder reflects on her practice effectively to inform her ongoing professional

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This provision is good

development that continues to improve outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, the childminder does not give younger children enough time to think and respond to her questions.  The childminder does not consistently support children's concentration during child- initiated play as effectively as she does in adult-led activities.

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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

 increase opportunities for children to think about how they want to respond when they are asked questions  enhance the opportunities for children to develop their concentration further during their chosen play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the childminder's home accessible to children and observed play opportunities.  The inspector spoke to the childminder throughout the inspection. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the house.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector observed the quality of the childminder's interactions with children during activities and completed a joint evaluation of an activity.  The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken with during inspection and through reading written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a thorough understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse and knows what to do if she has any concerns about a child. She carries out thorough risk assessments of her home to identify and minimise any potential hazards to ensure it is safe for the children. The childminder effectively identifies her strengths and areas for improvement. She attends training and uses her professional relationships with her early years adviser to improve her practice and strengthen her skills. The childminder uses assessment well, such as the progress check for children between the ages of two and three, to monitor children's learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes children and provides activities that support them in reaching the next steps in their learning. She links activities to children's interests and understands that children learn best when they are curious and excited, playing with prams and pretending to visit the shop is a favourite activity. Children learn to select items and operate the till as they use their imagination to act out real-life experiences. They enjoy exploratory play activities. For example, they play in sand and use moulds to create sea animals as they learn how extra water helps the sand stick together. The childminder helps support their mathematical development as they count the sections on the turtle's back. She helps to re-enforce children's learning as they recall recent events. For instance, when the sun came out the snowman melted and the sticks fell to the ground.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children play together well and learn to share and take turns with toys. The childminder manages any minor squabbles well. She provides additional resources so that all children can 'have a go'. She praises children's efforts and teaches them that it is alright to make mistakes and try again. This helps to develop their confidence and self-esteem. Children demonstrate that they feel emotionally secure with the childminder. They enjoy a cuddle and are confident to ask for additional resources to support their play. Children eat well and learn about the importance of a healthy diet. The childminder helps children to use good hygiene practices. She helps them to sanitise their hands after using the potty and before eating. The childminder plans activities to support children to learn how to keep themselves safe. They understand the importance of using hats and suncream in the sun and how to handle the sand so it does not flick into their eyes.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning and going to school. Their communication and language skills develop well. For example, they listen attentively to instructions, learn new words and talk enthusiastically about their activities. Children make independent choices, learn to communicate effectively with their peers and adults and are enthusiastic learners.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 309170 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 1119108 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 22 November 2017

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2001. She operates all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays, from 8am until 5.30pm on each weekday.

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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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