Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date 10 December 2018 Previous inspection date 9 September 2015

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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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This provision is good

n The well-qualified and experienced childminder regularly praises children's efforts and celebrates their achievements. She supports children's developing awareness of managing their own behaviours. Children are encouraged to share resources, take turns and consider the needs and feelings of others. n Children are happy and settled in the childminder's company. They develop excellent relationships and a strong bond with her. Children's physical, communication and language and personal, social and emotional development is supported effectively. n The childminder works closely with the other professionals working with the children in her care. She regularly observes and assesses children's development and, in conjunction with strategies discussed with other professionals, plans activities to help promote the next steps in their learning. n The childminder provides a welcoming, stimulating and interesting learning

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This provision is good

environment. Children participate in a broad range of activities, outings and experiences which are linked to their individual interests and continuous development. Children make good progress in their learning. n The childminder does not make the most of opportunities for professional development to improve her knowledge and practice to an even higher level. n The childminder does not always successfully gain detailed information from parents about children's starting points and learning at home, to help influence the planning of children's future activities and development.

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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 strengthen plans for increasing professional development to consistently build on the already good understanding and knowledge of early years practice n encourage parents to share information about their child's achievements at home to help inform future assessment and planning processes.

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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 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 or working in the household. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through discussion and from the written feedback provided for the inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder's knowledge of child protection and the importance of keeping children safe from harm is good. She is aware of the signs of abuse and knows the procedures to follow to report any concerns. The childminder supervises children closely in her home. She carries out thorough risk assessments to help keep children safe and secure. The childminder helps children to identify and manage risks for themselves. For example, they help to tidy away toys so they do not fall over them. She helps children to learn about road safety and the use of traffic light signals when crossing the road. The childminder has good links with other settings children attend to ensure continuity of care and learning. She also attends meetings with parents and other professionals, and uses shared strategies to help support children's progress and development. The childminder reflects on her practice and seeks the views

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

of parents who comment positively on the service she provides.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder organises activities that effectively support children's learning. She plays alongside them and skilfully interacts with them to help extend their communication and language development. For example, children confidently name the coloured building bricks as they place them on the floor in a set pattern. The childminder closely monitors children's development. She completes regular observations and assessments, and successfully uses this information to help her identify and plan for what children need to learn next. The childminder supports children's mathematical skills well. For example, she introduces mathematical concepts into children's play while helping them to count, recognise numbers and compare sizes. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well and their individual needs are well met.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder creates a warm, welcoming, home-from-home environment for children. She is a positive role model and children demonstrate that they feel safe and secure. The childminder provides children with good examples of how to positively interact with others and how to share and take turns during activities. Children engage well and follow her instructions carefully. For example, while sitting together at snack time, they remember to sit on their chairs properly and share out the toast one piece at a time. Children develop good self-esteem and are eager to join in. They receive effective encouragement from the childminder and behave well. Children enjoy walks to the park and visit places of interest in the community. They learn to be independent and manage their own hygiene routines, such as handwashing and toileting.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children develop the skills they need for their future learning and eventual move on to school. They learn to listen carefully and concentrate well. They are enthusiastic and have a positive attitude to their learning. Children display good movement of their small muscles. They manipulate musical instruments, enjoy singing Christmas songs and looking at associated books. Children learn to value and respect the differences between themselves and others. They learn about the world and community where they live.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY278501 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10064144 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 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 9 September 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Longridge, Lancashire. She operates all year round from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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Registers

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