Childminder EY500181

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 June 2018 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 creates a warm and welcoming environment where children are happy and secure. She works closely with parents to aid smooth settling in, helping children to feel secure through continuity in their care. Children are confident and motivated learners who make good progress.  The childminder works well with her co-minder to improve the quality of provision. Together, they evaluate the effectiveness of all aspects of practice, to identify areas to improve. For example, the childminder developed the garden area and equipment recently to provide more opportunities for children to develop their large-muscle skills.  The childminder supports children's communication and speaking skills very well, overall. She provides a good narrative and repeats words back to children so they hear the correct pronunciation.  The childminder promotes children's positive behaviour and feelings of self-worth. They

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This provision is good

receive certificates for being 'star of the week', recognising their good behaviour or achievements they have accomplished.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always take the children's lead in conversations, taking account of what they say in her response to them, to help extend their ideas further.  The childminder has not established an ambitious and targeted programme to improve her knowledge and skills continually to raise teaching quality to the highest levels.

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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

 follow children's lead in conversation, using their responses to inform any further questions  establish a targeted programme for continual professional development to enhance teaching and learning to the highest level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed teaching and assessed the impact this has on children's learning during play inside and outdoors.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector viewed children's records, planning documentation and a range of other documentation, including policies, procedures and self-evaluation tools.  The inspector took account of the views of parents from questionnaires and other written comments.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder and took account of her evaluations.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a firm understanding of potential signs of abuse and is well versed in the procedures to follow in the event of a concern. The environment is safe, secure and children are well supervised. The childminder closely monitors the progress children make, helping her to identify any emerging gaps in their development and provide additional support where necessary. Partnership working is well established. The childminder uses information from involved professionals to inform planning and shares development records and information where required. Children benefit from the collaborative approach to their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes accurate assessments of children's learning based on regular and high-quality observations. She uses this information well to help inform next steps and planning. The childminder engages parents effectively from early on. For example, parents contribute to initial assessments of children's learning and are widely encouraged to share observations from home. The childminder uses this information to inform planning, helping to maintain continuity for children in their learning. The childminder differentiates her teaching well. She encourages older children to recognise and select colours for a purpose, and draws babies' and younger children's attention to the marks they make during painting activities.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children enjoy healthy snack and meal options. They are active and enjoy outings, such as to the local park, to help develop their physical skills, health and well-being. The childminder embeds good hygiene routines, such as handwashing, to promote further children's understanding of the importance of healthy lifestyles. Children are widely supported to explore and manage risks. For example, during trips to the local forest areas, children explore the environment and enjoy climbing trees. The childminder supports children's understanding of other safety issues. For example, they learn about stranger danger and road safety. Children enjoy exploring their local community during walks and trips on local public transport. They gain a good awareness of what makes up their own community and engage in activities that teach them about the wider world.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident to explore the environment, follow their ideas and lead their own play. Younger children understand simple sentences and confidently use non-verbal communication, such as gestures and pointing, demonstrating good emerging skills. They show an interest in technology and enjoy operating simple mechanisms, such as locks and flaps. Children demonstrate good social skills, playing cooperatively with one another and sharing their ideas. Children develop skills that prepare them well for their next stage in learning, including starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY500181 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 1052317 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 2016 and lives in Colne, Lancaster. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 2. The childminder works with another registered childminder.

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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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