Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date 17 December 2018 Previous inspection date 19 December 2017

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires improvement 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 childminder accurately assesses children's progress, identifies their individual needs and plans activities and experiences to help them to achieve their next steps in learning. All children progress well as a result. n The childminder gathers information from parents when children start at the setting and uses these to plan for their interests, care routines and developmental needs. n The childminder works well and communicates effectively with other settings that children attend. n The childminder seeks to enhance her knowledge and teaching skills further. This has a positive impact on her practice. n The environment for learning is inviting and interesting for children of all ages and stages of development. Resources, toys, tools and equipment are of good quality. n Children are encouraged to make choices and lead their own learning. They show interest in the world around them and enjoy spending time inside and outdoors.

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This provision is good

n The childminder is a good role model, who has high expectations of all children. She sensitively supports them to understand and follow rules and routines. Children behave very well as a result. n Occasionally, the childminder does not fully explain to children before they start an activity in order to fully maximise their understanding. n Although the childminder has a range of good quality books, these are not readily available for children, to support early reading skills most effectvely.

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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 enhance planned activities further and ensure that children fully understand what they are doing before starting n extend opportunities for children to access and use a range of texts.

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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 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 childminder has addressed the actions raised at her previous inspection. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a range of robust policies and procedures that is evident in practice. Risk assessments are used to ensure that hazards are minimised. Children are supported to recognise dangers and keep themselves safe. The childminder has a good understanding of her role to safeguard children. She knows what to do if she has a concern about a child's welfare or development, or if there is an allegation made against her. Children's progress is closely tracked and any gaps in their learning are planned for. The childminder is committed to working with parents, other professionals and agencies to ensure that children's specific needs are met. The childminder is reflective and seeks the views of parents and children to help her to continually improve.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of child development and her teaching is good. She plans engaging activities and experiences, which help children to make sense of the world around them. For example, children develop an understanding of early science as they test out how many pieces of pasta will make their foil boats sink. The childminder helps children to count and talk about more and less as they play. The childminder uses a rich range of language and supports children to become confident communicators. Parents value the support their children get from the childminder and feel well informed about what children do and learn when they are in the setting. This helps them to support learning at home. Children go on walks and outings in the local area. They learn about their community and to appreciate the natural world.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children and families are warmly welcomed into the childminder's comfortable, clean and well-organised setting. The childminder works with parents to meet children's individual needs and help them to settle quickly. Children confidently go to the childminder for reassurance and comfort when they need it. The childminder helps children to make healthy choices. Meals and snacks are home cooked and nutritious. Children are encouraged to do things for themselves and develop independence. For example, they help to mop up spilt water after their floating and sinking experiment. Children thoroughly enjoy the task and follow the childminder's instructions very well. The childminder helps children to develop resilience and a positive attitude to learning. She uses praise and encouragement to help children to keep trying when tasks are difficult but also recognises when they need help and offers it.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make at least good progress from their unique starting points. They show an interest in the world, asking and answering questions with enthusiasm. Children learn to express their thoughts and ideas, and feel listened to and valued. They show consideration for one another and develop the confidence they need to cope well when they move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY330566 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10079685 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 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection 19 December 2017

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in Cabus, Preston. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 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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