Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date 19 March 2019 Previous inspection date 23 November 2015

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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 provides children with a very warm and welcoming environment where they are supported to play safely and to feel secure. Children are extremely confident and display high levels of self-esteem. They develop close and trusting relationships with the childminder, who is kind, caring and patient. n The childminder has a thorough understanding of children's interests and their current stages of development. She uses observations effectively to assess children's progress. This helps her to identify any gaps in children's learning so that she can plan challenging and purposeful experiences that help children to make progress. n The childminder skilfully supports children's emerging language skills. For example, children engage in meaningful conversations and discussions with her while they play. Furthermore, she repeats key words, uses descriptive language and gives children time to respond to the questions that she asks.

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This provision is good

n The childminder has worked tirelessly to foster positive partnerships with parents. Parents are kept well informed about their child's day through a variety of methods, including daily diaries, shared assessments and detailed discussions. n The childminder is committed to improving her setting and welcomes comments and suggestions from parents to help her to improve. However, she has not identified clear or precise targets to help to raise the quality of her provision to the highest level. n Resources and experiences available to children do not routinely support their awareness of difference and diversity.

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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 self-evaluation systems so that they identify a clear plan to strive for outstanding quality n strengthen opportunities to enrich children's learning experiences and their understanding of difference and diversity.

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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 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 demonstrates pride, dedication and commitment to providing high- quality care for children and their families. She is enthusiastic in her practice and implements robust policies and procedures, which underpin her service and help to ensure the well-being of children. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a thorough understanding of safeguarding procedures, including who she should report any concerns to about a child's welfare. She is vigilant about safety and carries out regular risk assessments to ensure resources and equipment are suitable. The childminder monitors the educational programme to ensure that she provides a varied range of learning opportunities. Parents remark positively on the quality of care and education that their children receive.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is experienced and demonstrates a good knowledge and understanding of child development. She provides a stimulating and accessible learning environment where children embrace new experiences and make good use of the resources provided. The childminder's teaching is good. Children enjoy a range of activities which challenge their learning and development. This helps them remain engaged and motivated in their play. For example, children are supported to develop their mathematical skills as they count and sort objects. Skilful questioning from the childminder encourages children to note similarities and differences as they categorise the objects. Children delight in imaginative play. They excitedly 'make tea' for the childminder, talking about what they are going to cook and eat. Children persevere in their chosen tasks. They concentrate intently as they thread wooden beads, which helps to develop their fine motor skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's behaviour is good. The childminder is extremely attentive and provides continuous reassurance and praise to children. She is a good role model who encourages manners, sharing, turn taking and the consideration of others. Children begin to understand what is expected of them because the childminder offers clear and consistent reminders that help them to understand right from wrong. Children's good health is successfully promoted. They learn about hygiene practices, enjoy healthy snacks and meals and participate in a varied range of physical activities. Children frequently visit places of interest in the local community. This helps to develop their social skills and levels of confidence as they play in larger groups.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points and are acquiring the skills and attributes to support them for the next stage in their learning, including their eventual move to school. Children are skilful communicators and articulate their needs and feelings exceptionally well. Their early literacy skills are promoted well as they enjoy looking and familiarising themselves with story books. Children are inquisitive and show enthusiasm and motivation to learn.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY434059 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10064182 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 2 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 23 November 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Chorley. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Wednesday, except 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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