Hudson, Kim

Inspection date 14 February 2019 Previous inspection date 12 August 2014

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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 Children rapidly form close attachments with the childminder. They are extremely settled and happy in her care. Children are very confident and display the highest levels of self-esteem. n The childminder has an excellent understanding of how to support children in their learning and development. She plans a wealth of interesting activities that support children's learning and natural curiosities. The childminder continually reflects on the different ways children explore the world and includes this in her provision. n The childminder fosters children's independence extremely well. Children enjoy challenge and taking manageable risks in their play. For example, children are confident in using steps in the garden and in using climbing equipment without adult assistance. n The childminder builds meaningful partnerships with parents. She shares information about activities children have enjoyed and gives ideas to parents so they can extend

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This provision is outstanding

their child's learning in the home. Parents fully contribute to processes of assessment. n The childminder has excellent partnerships with other professionals. For example, she invites teachers into her setting to share information about children's development as they prepare for school. n The childminder is an extremely reflective practitioner and is constantly evaluating how she can further develop all aspects of her practice to promote children's learning. She actively gathers the views of parents and professionals as she evaluates her service.

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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 enhance the already excellent learning opportunities in the outdoor area, to support children as they follow their own interests.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during indoor and outdoor activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector spoke with children and the childminder during the inspection. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder. n The inspector held a meeting with the childminder. She looked at documentation, such as children's development records, a sample of policies and procedures, processes of assessment and the suitability of adults in the home. n The inspector took into account the views of parents through looking at written comments.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is outstanding

The childminder is extremely experienced in early years and is constantly searching for ways to strengthen her knowledge. She undertakes her own research and operates a local playgroup with other childminding professionals where she shares ideas for best practice. The childminder attends training which is targeted to meet the needs of children. For example, she has attended training on how to support children's early language and communication. This has made her reflect on the way she encourages children's language during play. The childminder places children's safety at the centre of her practice. She completes robust risk assessments to ensure the environment is safe for children as they enthusiastically explore. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder demonstrates a thorough knowledge of effective safeguarding practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

The childminder is an excellent teacher and makes all parts of the day a learning experience. The environment is rich in language as the childminder provides a running commentary for children. She introduces them to new vocabulary and offers opportunities for repetition through songs and rhyme. The childminder is very adept at incorporating a wide range of learning opportunities that meet children's needs. For example, children enjoy listening to bird song in the garden and become excited as they use visual pictures to spot the same birds in the garden. This presents mathematical, problem solving and language opportunities for children. Processes of assessment are robust. Children as young as three years of age are able to write their name. Outcomes for children are excellent. The childminder is considering even further ways she can support children's learning in the outdoors.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder gains comprehensive information from parents about the needs of children when they start. She supports children's emotional well-being superbly. For example, she accompanies parents on medical appointments which allows her to offer consistency of care. Children's understanding of safety and independence is promoted at all times. Some children as young as two years of age are adept at using a knife to cut fruit for snack. Children's behaviour is excellent. The childminder reminds children about using manners and to consider the needs of others. Children explore the wider world in imaginative ways. For example, they taste a range of foods as they explore Chinese New Year. Furthermore, they visit the local fire station and go to the local forest where they toast marshmallows on an outdoor fire.

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Outcomes for children are outstanding

Children are confident communicators and demonstrate high levels of confidence. They have superb listening and attention skills and enjoy making their own choices as they initiate their own play. Children are fully engaged in learning and are highly motivated learners. They make excellent progress in their learning and development and are extremely well prepared for future learning, including the move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY454418 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10069505 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 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 12 August 2014

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The childminder registered in 2012. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a recognised early years qualification at level 3.

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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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