Cockroft, Nicola Mary

Inspection date 24 January 2019 Previous inspection date 26 February 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 a passionate, well-qualified and knowledgeable early years practitioner. She demonstrates a commitment to providing children with a nurturing environment where they are encouraged to express their individuality. n Children are well supported to develop skills and knowledge across all areas of learning. The childminder plans activities and experiences which help all children to progress well. n The childminder develops positive partnerships with parents, schools and other professionals to support children's progress. Parents value the childminder highly and appreciate how well she shares information about their children's achievements and needs. n The childminder is an excellent role model, who helps children to understand and follow her rules and routines. Children of all ages and stages of development behave extremely well. n The childminder seeks the views of children and their families to help her improve her

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This provision is good

practice and the service she offers. She is flexible and adapts to meet individual needs. n The childminder has created an inviting and interesting learning environment that reflects children's developmental needs and interests. She puts up vibrant displays which celebrate children's achievements and provide valuable information for parents. n Occasionally, the childminder does things for children which they can do for themselves. n Although the childminder closely tracks the progress of children, she does not always precisely focus her teaching on what will help them achieve their next step in learning as rapidly as possible.

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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 take responsibility and do even more things for themselves n review the way information about children's achievements is used to focus teaching even further and help children make the most rapid progress.

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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 her robust range of policies and procedures to promote health and safety very well. The childminder has a good understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse knows the action to take if she has concerns about a child's welfare or development. Children learn how to recognise dangers in the setting and on outings. They help to tidy up and organise the resources to ensure that the environment is a safe space to move around in. The childminder keeps detailed records of children's progress and achievements, which she shares with parents. Parents know what they can do to support children's learning at home. The childminder seeks training opportunities which have a positive impact on improving her practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans a wide range of interesting and engaging activities, inside and outdoors. Children become deeply engaged in play and use good-quality resources, books and tools to support their interests. For example, older children excitedly engage in imaginative role play, selecting and using a range of objects to extend their play. Younger children explore and investigate sensory and natural materials, which are carefully stored within reach. Children are well supported to develop their language and communication skills. The childminder sits alongside children as they play, using rich and varied vocabulary to help children link words to objects and their experiences. Children develop an understanding of order and time. The childminder helps them to recall events, talk about their experiences and to make predictions about what will happen next. This helps children to think for themselves and begin to solve problems as they

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has very good relationships with children and their families, who feel welcome and very comfortable in the setting. Parents share information about their children's care and learning needs when they first start in the setting. This helps the childminder to plan for children's individual preferences, care routines and to feel safe in her care. Children have many opportunities to be active and develop good physical health. For instance, they walk to local parks and play at the childminder's allotment, where they learn how fruit and vegetables grow. The childminder helps children to understand the importance of regular exercise, fresh air and a healthy diet. Children visit local groups where they develop social skills, meet and play with other children. This helps them to develop friendships with children who will go to their school.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make consistently good progress from their unique starting points. Children are confident, self-assured and have a positive attitude to learning. Older children test out their ideas, ask and answer questions as they play and increasingly understand the world around them. Younger children enjoy making marks with chalk and paint as they develop an understanding of what their bodies can do. Children develop the skills and knowledge they need to cope well when they move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY479377 Local authority Cumbria Inspection number 10062414 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 0 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 26 February 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Wigton. Her childminding provision is known as Puddle Ducks. The childminder operates all year round, from 8am to 5.30pm on Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 2. 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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