Childminder in Westmorland and Furness

Inspection date 18 January 2019 Previous inspection date 21 July 2016

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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 childminder is an experienced early years practitioner who supports children's learning and development very well. n Children form secure bonds with the childminder and enjoy spending time in the setting. They learn to follow the childminder's rules and routines, and their behaviour is very good. n The childminder works in an effective partnership with her husband, who is her occasional assistant. She ensures that he is kept up to date with current practice and expectations. n The childminder reflects on her practice and seeks professional development opportunities to help develop her skills and knowledge further. This has a positive impact on her practice. n Children are supported to develop friendships with other children in the setting and at the groups they attend in the local area. Children go on outings to the park, station and other nearby attractions. This helps children to feel part of their community.

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This provision is good

n The childminder makes sure that children and their families feel welcome and at home in the setting. She seeks and values their views to help her meet their needs. n At times, the childminder does not fully extend opportunities for children to express their creativity. n Sometimes, the childminder asks children questions in quick succession without giving them time to respond before moving on.

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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 opportunities for children to become engaged in activities which promote their creativity n ensure that children have more time to think and respond to questions before moving on.

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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

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder uses a range of risk assessments effectively to ensure that children are safe in the setting and on outings. Her policies and procedures reflect her practice and are shared with parents. The childminder understands her duty to safeguard children and knows what to do if she has concerns about a child's welfare or development. Children's progress is monitored over time to enable the childminder to highlight and plan for any gaps in their learning. The childminder is committed to working with other professionals if children need additional support. Parents feel very well informed about what children do, learn and achieve. This helps them to support children's learning at home. The childminder provides appropriate supervision and support to her assistant.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Teaching is good. The childminder plans activities around children's interests to help them achieve their next steps in learning in an enjoyable and engaging way. For example, children develop their small hand movements, control and problem-solving skills as they build complicated wooden train track systems. The childminder understands when to step in and offer children support. Children enjoy long periods of uninterrupted play and test out their ideas, but the childminder is always close by if children need her. Children are supported to broaden their vocabulary. The childminder helps children to link words to their actions and objects and to talk about the world around them. Children enjoy sharing stories with the childminder. She ensures that they have access to a range of fiction and non-fiction texts where they play. This helps children develop a desire to read for themselves.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder builds positive, trusting partnerships with parents from their first visit. She provides a tailored settling-in period to ensure that children are happy and comfortable and that parents are confident before children stay on their own. The childminder gathers key information from parents about children's routines to help meet their individual care needs. Parents share details about children's achievements, sensitivities, likes and dislikes. This enables the childminder to support children's emotional health and well-being effectively. The childminder encourages children to help with tasks and do things for themselves. She prepares balanced and nutritious meals and snacks on the premises. Children have access to healthy drinks and can remain hydrated. The childminder helps children to learn about healthy choices, to recognise danger and to keep themselves safe.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children of all ages and stages of development make good progress from their starting points. They demonstrate a positive attitude to learning. Children communicate effectively and become increasingly independent. For example, they learn to manage their own hygiene. Children understand the importance of listening to the ideas of others, sharing and caring. They are well prepared for school or the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY453611 Local authority Cumbria Inspection number 10062412 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 - 6 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 9 Date of previous inspection 21 July 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Kendal, Cumbria. The childminder's husband is her occasional assistant. The setting operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm on Monday to 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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