Childminder EY468034

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 July 2018 27 July 2017

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 encourages the involvement of parents from before a child begins to attend. Parents' views are valued and the childminder works together with them to support children's ongoing development.  The childminder has good settling-in procedures in place and she takes full account of children's needs and parents' wishes. Children, including babies, settle quickly and make good progress from when they begin to attend.  Children are very well behaved. The childminder offers good support for children to learn that some things are theirs and some things belong to others.  The childminder gives children small responsibilities and they show a strong motivation to become more independent from a very early age.  Children are well prepared for school when the time comes. The childminder provides exciting activities that meet the needs of different ages of children.  The childminder has a strong desire to provide a high-quality service for the children in

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This provision is good

her care. She is keen to continually improve and self-evaluation is good, overall.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasion, the childminder misses opportunities to further extend children's communication skills.  The childminder's professional development is not yet precisely focused on enhancing children's 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

 make the best use of opportunities that consistently build on children's early language skills  engage in opportunities for professional development that are specifically focused on enhancing children's learning and development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such evidence of the suitability of adults living at the premises.  The inspector spoke to some children and parents during the inspection and took account of their views.  The inspector held a meeting with the childminder and discussed self-evaluation.  The inspector jointly evaluated a teaching activity with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of her role in safeguarding. She knows what may cause her concern about a child's welfare and what to do if she is worried. She takes effective steps to safeguard children when other adults are living in the setting. The childminder keeps herself up to date with the local authority's procedures to help to keep children safe. She risk assesses the home, her activities and outings to ensure that they continue to be suitable for children. Appropriate procedures are in place for recording any accidents that may occur. The childminder provides a safe environment for children to play in and she offers consistently good supervision. Parents comment that they are very pleased with the childminder's practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder undertakes effective assessments of children's starting points, alongside parents. She monitors children's progress and plans experiences to help them to take their next steps in learning. She knows what to do if a child has gaps in learning, including seeking support from parents and external agencies. The childminder's observation is good. She notices children's changing interests and adapts her plans to take spontaneous opportunities to learn. The childminder speaks calmly to children and she plays with them at their level. The childminder draws children's attention to the natural world around them. She makes links to their previous learning and to stories they have enjoyed.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder shares positive, playful relationships with children who seek her out to join in their fun. Children are regularly physically active and the childminder provides good opportunities for children's physical well-being to develop. She closely observes children and provides guidance to help them to master new physical skills. For example, she guides children to hold a golf club with two hands for greater control. Children are taught to use equipment safely and they manage small risks by themselves, such as climbing steps unaided. The childminder praises their efforts and they are motivated to do things independently. Children are encouraged to develop healthy attitudes, such as trying new, healthy foodstuffs. The childminder values diversity and celebrates children's cultural heritage. She provides opportunities for children to learn about communities beyond their own experience.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children show strong self-esteem and confidence. They are empowered by knowing how to access play equipment by themselves. Children are observant and inquisitive and ask questions to develop their understanding. They are proud to explain what they like to play with and willingly talk about their play environment. Children enjoy rising to new challenges where they need to think and respond. Children, including babies, show good levels of concentration for their ages. They are captivated by the experiences provided and are motivated to learn more. Babies enjoy exploring sensory experiences.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY468034 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 1112169 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 27 July 2017

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, 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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