Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date 26 February 2019 Previous inspection date 6 April 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 and her assistant use ongoing observations and accurate assessments to identify the progress children are making. They use this information to effectively plan for what each child needs to learn next. All children, including those who speak English as an additional language, make very good progress from their starting points. n The childminder seeks information from parents, from the start, about children's interests and what they can already do. She shares ongoing information to ensure that parents are kept well informed about children's progress. n The childminder makes good use of her dedicated play space to provide children with an attractive and stimulating learning environment. This contributes towards children's natural curiosity and enthusiasm to play, explore and discover. n The childminder and her assistant provide nurturing support that enables children to flourish. They effectively promote children's physical and emotional well-being.

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This provision is good

n The childminder does not make the best use of planned activities to fully extend children's learning, particularly in literacy and mathematics. n The childminder is not highly effective in using the information from training to broaden her knowledge of current legislation and guidance.

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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 refine planned activities to challenge children to the highest level and extend their learning, particularly in literacy and mathematics n target professional development even more effectively, to build confidence and extend knowledge of current legislation and guidance.

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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 outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder and her assistant. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of the assistant and persons living in the household. n The inspector spoke to children and the childminder's assistant during the inspection. n The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to on the day and through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistant know the procedures to follow should they be worried a child is being abused. Children are provided with a safe and secure environment. They are well supported to learn how to keep themselves safe. The childminder considers the views of her assistant, children and parents when planning improvements to practice. The childminder and her assistant attend regular training. On the whole, they use this information well to improve the quality of teaching and learning. Following training, the childminder shared information with parents to effectively support the different ways that children learn. The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with other professionals, to continually support children's learning and development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder and her assistant give children plenty of opportunities to lead their own play and plan their own learning. Children are challenged to learn new things while staying engaged and motivated. The childminder provides activities based on what children need to learn next and what they are interested in. For example, the childminder knows that children have an interest in farms and incorporates this into her planning. Children's communication and language skills are promoted very well. The childminder and her assistant introduce new words and value children's questions and comments. Children are provided with plenty of time to initiate conversations and share their views. They are creative and imaginative in their play. Children thoroughly enjoy dressing up and use the items in the doctor's kit to pretend to diagnose and treat their patients. Children develop the skills that promote future learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are encouraged to make choices throughout the day and this promotes their growing confidence and independence. Children develop a strong bond with the childminder and assistant and settle in very well. The childminder and her assistant are caring and responsive to children's individual needs. They help children to be familiar with the daily routines. For example, children tidy away the toys, set the table and talk about the weather and day of the week. Children show a strong sense of belonging. Children are kind, caring and play cooperatively with their peers. They are provided with healthy food and have plenty of opportunities to be active and engage in exercise. Children are encouraged to celebrate different festivals and national events to learn about the world around them.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and are working comfortably at expected levels of development for their age. They listen to others and are keen to share their own views and opinions. Children demonstrate an eagerness for learning. They are active, curious and confident individuals. This enables them to 'have a go' and try new experiences. Children develop good independence and self-care skills. They are keen to experiment and work things out for themselves. Children develop the skills and attitudes that help them to be ready for their move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY476077 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10075826 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 4 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 6 April 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Longton. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3 and works with an assistant. She supports a number of children who speak English as an additional language.

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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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