Childminder EY395234

Inspection date 12 December 2018 Previous inspection date 29 May 2015

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Good 2 Effectiveness of leadership and management Outstanding 1 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1 Outcomes for children Outstanding 1

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This provision is outstanding

n The childminder is very skilled, well qualified and has an excellent understanding of children and their interests. Children's next steps in learning are clearly identified and their individual learning and development needs are exceptionally well met. This helps children to make excellent progress in their learning and development from their starting points. n Children have free access to stimulating indoor and outdoor environments. The childminder has carefully considered the excellent range of interesting resources and challenging activities available. She skilfully plans and provides opportunities that support children's motivation to play, explore and be actively involved in their learning. n Parent partnerships are highly valued and extremely strong. The childminder uses the information which they frequently share very effectively. This promotes a positive collaborative approach to meeting children's needs and supports their learning in the

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This provision is outstanding

setting and at home. n The childminder's commitment to ongoing professional development for her and her assistants is commendable. She works hard to make sure her practice improves as a result of this learning and feedback on her practice and self-evaluation. n The childminder supports and mentors her assistants to ensure that children's care, safety and learning experiences are consistently delivered. n Partnerships with other settings are superb. The childminder regularly meets with teachers and other professionals to discuss the progress children are making. This comprehensive, joined-up approach helps to ensure both parties identify and address any gaps in learning at the earliest opportunity. n The childminder promotes all children's speech and language development exceptionally well, including those children who speak English as an additional language. The childminder and her assistants speak slowly and clearly, introduce new

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This provision is outstanding

vocabulary and give children plenty of time to think and respond.

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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 continue to build on existing opportunities for children to become more aware of and understand the diverse world in which they live.

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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 and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder, her assistants and the children at relevant times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self- evaluation and evidence of the suitability of adults living and working at the home. n The inspector took account of the views of parents she met during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is outstanding

The childminder has an excellent understanding and implements the statutory requirements exceptionally well. She uses her extensive knowledge to accurately highlight children's achievements and monitor their progress. The childminder clearly understands how the challenging and exciting experiences she provides encourage children to be motivated and active in their learning. This helps children to gain the key skills securely to prepare them for school. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder demonstrates a thorough understanding of how to safeguard children, promote their welfare and support children's awareness of their own safety. The childminder actively seeks feedback from parents and children to monitor and evaluate her practice. She is very aware of her strengths and identifies areas for development, in order to continue to improve her practice. She is keen to build on opportunities for

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is outstanding

children to become more aware of difference in society.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

The childminder uses her excellent knowledge, to complete detailed assessments and clearly and accurately identifies children's progress and their next steps in learning. The childminder carefully plans challenging and engaging activities which support children's learning and development needs well. She uses highly effective methods of teaching and skilful interactions to support children's thinking skills and motivates them to become highly active learners. This helps children to make excellent progress from their starting points and they are well prepared for their next stage in learning. The childminder develops excellent partnerships with parents. She provides regular feedback on children's progress and their next steps in learning. Parents express high levels of satisfaction with the quality of their children's care and are well supported to be involved in children's ongoing learning and development.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

Children are extremely happy and confident. The childminder's sensitive and caring style supports children to form secure attachments with her. This helps children to settle well and their emotional needs are exceptionally well met. Children are given opportunities to make choices about their care and play experiences. This helps to develop children's engagement, independence and enjoyment. The childminder and her assistants are excellent role models. They have high expectations of positive behaviour which the children confidently achieve. Children enjoy opportunities to be active in the extensive resourced outdoor area and eat healthy and nutritious snacks and meals. The childminder also encourages them to be independent in their personal care. This supports them to develop good health and hygiene practices.

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Outcomes for children are outstanding

Children make excellent progress across all areas of learning. The highly skilled and gentle approach of the childminder and her assistants support children's next stages of learning and development very well. The children develop an exceptional knowledge and understanding of nature, the outdoor environment and how to care for animals. This helps them to be independent, kind and considerate.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY395234 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10070896 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 1 - 3 Total number of places 9 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection 29 May 2015

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The childminder registered in 2009. She operates all year round from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with three assistants and holds a degree in early years studies.

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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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