Childminder in Bolton

Inspection date 20 March 2019 Previous inspection date 19 August 2014

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Outstanding 1 Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1 Outcomes for children Good 2

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This provision is good

n The childminder works closely with her co-childminder and her assistants, they are motivated, committed and aspirational. They work hard and teamwork is effortless and effective. They each have different strengths and complement each other when working together. Their good teamwork contributes to the high-quality service provided. n The quality of teaching is consistently good. The childminder maintains accurate assessment records of children's abilities and progress. The childminder is very skilful at supporting children as they master new skills, which engage and encourage their curiosity about the world around them. n The childminder actively supports children's language development through a range of approaches. For example, she talks about what is happening and skilfully introduces new words, to extend children's vocabulary. n Children are happy and demonstrate an incomparably strong sense of belonging. They

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This provision is good

share a wonderfully supportive relationship with the childminder. This helps to foster their emotional security exceptionally well. n The childminder has created an extremely welcoming and nurturing environment. Children settle exceptionally well and develop secure friendships. The childminder is an excellent role model and places children's welfare at the centre of her practice. n Children's behaviour is exceptional. They share resources, collaborate with one another and show high levels of respect and tolerance. They thoroughly enjoy being part of routines and relish opportunities to take on small tasks. n Sometimes, group activities do not offer challenge to the most able children.

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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 ensure that group activities consistently provide maximum levels of challenge for the most able children.

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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 observed a planned activity and jointly evaluated the quality of teaching with the childminder. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector viewed a range of documents and checked evidence of the suitability of adults living on the premises. n The inspector viewed written feedback provided by parents prior to the inspection and she took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistant have a good understanding of the possible signs, symptoms and indicators of abuse and neglect. They know the referral procedure and understand the steps to take if a concern arises around the suitability of a household member. The childminder is committed to continually updating and enhancing her skills and knowledge. For example, she accesses a wealth of training, she reads information online and shares ideas with her co-childminder and assistant. She provides the relevant support and coaching to her assistant. Supervisory sessions, reflection and evaluation systems are thoroughly embedded and this contributes to the high-quality service offered.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a stimulating learning environment that captures children's enthusiasm and curiosity. She asks questions which helps to support children's thinking. They independently access a wide range of interesting resources and activities that help to develop their physical skills. For example, children play in the digging area and confidently use handheld tools to mix, dig and scoop various materials. The childminder introduces counting into many play opportunities and she models the names of shapes as children play. This helps to support children's early mathematical learning. Learning is made fun and enjoyable. This helps to enthuse children and ignite their curiosity. For instance, children enjoy using their imagination and develop their ideas as they pretend to dress up as superheroes.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder offers a home-from-home environment where children are extremely happy and content. Secure relationships are in place which significantly contribute to children being settled. The childminder speaks with parents every day and works closely with them to offer consistency of care. Children benefit tremendously from extensive opportunities to experience fresh air and exercise. Children take safe, supervised risks within the outdoor environment. For example, they ride wheeled toys, run and climb. Children develop outstanding confidence and have an immensely strong sense of self- worth. Children's friendships flourish. Children hold hands when they play together, share jokes and regularly laugh with each other. They are extremely happy, sociable and exceptionally emotionally secure. Children learn about the wider world through imaginative experiences. For example, they go to the airport to view planes and visit

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are keen to succeed and enjoy learning new things. They try their best, focus and engage fully in activities and games. Children concentrate well and persevere as they play. Children are prepared well for the next stage in their learning and the eventual move on to school. All children are making good progress in their learning. Children listen to the childminder and follow her instructions. They copy her actions and delight as she lavishes praise in support of their achievements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY246765 Local authority Bolton Inspection number 10100001 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 - 4 Total number of places 18 Number of children on roll 19 Date of previous inspection 19 August 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in the Little Lever area of Bolton. The childminder provides care for children from Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, for 50 weeks of the year. She holds an early years qualification at level 3. The childminder works with a co-childminder and has the support of an assistant and part-time assistant.

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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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