Childminder in Bolton

Inspection date 15 November 2018 Previous inspection date 27 October 2014

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is good

n Children and families are warmly welcomed into the childminder's comfortable, inviting and well-organised setting. The childminder gathers information about children's care routines and achievements when they start in the setting. This enables her to provide what each child needs and to follow home routines. Children settle quickly, as a result. n The childminder is passionate about her role and is an experienced and knowledgeable early years practitioner. She has a deep understanding of how children develop and learn. This helps her to assess children's achievements accurately and ensure that they progress well from their unique starting points. n The childminder is an excellent role model, who has high expectations of all children. She sensitively supports them to understand and follow rules and routines. Children behave extremely well, as a result. n Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents value the childminder highly and feel very

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The provision is good

well informed about what children do and learn when they are in the setting. This helps them to support learning at home. n The childminder is committed to working with other professionals and agencies to ensure that children get help and support, if needed. n The views of parents and children are sought to help the childminder improve her practice and meet the changing needs of families.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n Children do not consistently have access to resources which can be used in a number of ways and enhance their imaginary play. n Although the childminder is committed to continued professional development, there is scope to focus this more precisely on raising the quality of teaching to an even higher level.

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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

n extend opportunities for children to access resources which can be used in a number of ways and promote imaginary play n seek professional development opportunities to raise the level of teaching even further.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has robust and detailed safeguarding and health and safety policies and procedures, which are evident throughout her practice. Risk assessments are used to ensure that hazards are minimised in the setting and on outings. Children are well supported to recognise dangers and begin to consider their own safety. For example, the childminder talks to them about the importance of making sure the environment is kept tidy. The childminder has a very good understanding of her role and duty to keep children free from harm. She knows what to do if she has a concern about a child's welfare or development and if there is an allegation made against her. The childminder works closely with parents to help children to develop their skills and knowledge. She closely tracks children's progress and plans for any gaps in their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder's teaching is very good and sometimes outstanding. Where it is outstanding, the childminder uses teaching strategies precisely targeted to children's learning needs and helps them to make rapid progress. She plans interesting and engaging activities and experiences, which support children's individual interests and help them to make sense of the world. For example, outside, children look for and collect fallen leaves. The childminder supports children to consolidate their mathematical knowledge as she challenges them to find specific numbers of leaves. Together they count the leaves and think about whether they need more or less. The childminder plays alongside children engaging them in conversations and helping them to develop a broad and rich vocabulary. Children are encouraged to think about and solve problems. Their views are listened to and valued. Children enjoy testing out their ideas and grow in

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder encourages children to do things for themselves and develop independence. They are supported to keep trying when tasks are tricky and begin to show resilience and a positive attitude to learning. The childminder helps children to value and understand their local community. They go on many and varied outings to local attractions and areas of interest. Children meet other children of different ages and stages of development at the groups they attend. The childminder helps children to understand and recognise similarities and differences, be kind and considerate to each other. This helps children to develop friendships and cope very well in different social situations.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make at least good progress across all areas of learning. Children develop very good physical skills as they choose from a range of tools to cut and manipulate dough. They learn how to make independent selections from a range of resources and begin to lead their own learning. Children become confident communicators, who work well with others. They develop the skills and confidence they need to cope well when it is time for them to move on to school, or the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 315498 Local authority Bolton Inspection number 10059744 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 3 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 27 October 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 1998 and lives in Bolton, Lancashire. The childminder operates from 8am to 5.30pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Registers

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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