Ashworth, Danielle

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 June 2018 24 October 2014

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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 Outstanding 1

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This provision is good

 The childminder demonstrates her commitment to childcare through her continual professional development. She updates her knowledge on a regular basis and signs up to training courses that will have a positive impact on children. For example, sign language training enables the childminder to effectively communicate with children who have speech and language delays.  The childminder demonstrates good knowledge of the early years foundation stage and how children learn. She provides a full and active curriculum for children, which includes daily excursions to sessions, such as a kids' rock group, yoga and toddler groups.  The purpose-built setting has been extremely well thought out and beautifully organised. The wonderful outdoor area provides children with plenty of learning opportunities. They are able to access all areas of the curriculum and gain valuable insight into understanding the world and the environment around them.

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This provision is good

 The childminder works hard with pre-school children to help them learn the practical skills needed for school. She supports them to put on their own coat and shoes, be sociable with their peers and focus their attention at activity time.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always consider how to encourage children to concentrate and focus when taking part in some 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

 provide more opportunities for children to concentrate and focus during activities.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector viewed children's records and held discussions with the childminder.  The inspector took account of parents' views from questionnaires and other written comments.  The inspector took a tour of the setting.  The inspector viewed policies, procedures and documentation relating to the management of the provision.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. Policies and procedures are comprehensive and help to keep children safe. The childminder can identify signs and symptoms of abuse and is aware of where and how to report concerns. The childminder effectively assesses risks at the setting and when she goes out on trips with children, ensuring safety measures are in place. She takes into account the views and opinions of parents and local schools, and uses these to evaluate her setting and enhance her service. The childminder collects valuable information about children from their parents. She uses this information to ensure children's interests are key when planning resources and activities. The childminder completes accurate assessments of children's development and regularly monitors their progress. This helps her to support children with any gaps in their learning. The childminder works very well with her co-childminder. Their balance of skills provides

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

children with a positive and well-rounded experience.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows children well and differentiates activities accordingly, concentrating on the individual needs of each child. The childminder consistently encourages new vocabulary and uses play and planned activities to extend language. Young children copy the childminder as they try out new words. The childminder interacts positively with staff at the local schools to ensure transition is smooth and children feel secure when moving into Reception class. Teachers from school visit the setting to meet children and discuss their development and personalities.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder is an excellent role model who helps children to remain calm, yet inquisitive. She considers the welfare of children at all times and ensures all their individual needs are met to the highest standard. For example, the childminder vigilantly checks that each child is safe and hydrated in the hot weather. She implements extremely effective solutions to help children settle; for instance, children choose their own key person, which helps them to feel secure. The childminder's strong focus on care and support extends to the families she works with. Parents are thrilled with her service and talk about her flexibility and her valuable assistance during difficult times. This whole family approach ensures each child develops well socially and emotionally. The childminder provides a superb environment which helps children to thrive. The stimulating areas enable children to explore, investigate and practise walking skills. Children's

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

behaviour is exemplary. Older children share out the very healthy snacks with their younger peers.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children demonstrate that they are happy and relaxed in the setting. They learn how to think for themselves and consider why things happen. Children develop independence and know the routines of the day. This enables them to feel secure and make good progress in all areas of learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY362479 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 1104679 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 16

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 24 October 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2007 and is situated in the Lancashire town of Bacup. She operates all year round, from 5.30am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a qualification at level 3 and works alongside a co-childminder. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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