Childminder in Cumberland

Inspection date 2 April 2019 Previous inspection date 4 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 is an experienced, knowledgeable and well-qualified early years practitioner. She has an excellent understanding of how children learn and develop and she helps them to progress very well from their starting points. n Children and their families are warmly welcomed into the inviting, comfortable and well organised setting. Children are provided with a wide range of developmentally- appropriate activities and experiences. They are very happy in the childminder's care. n The childminder has high expectations of all children and helps them to understand the rules and routines. Children learn to play cooperatively and behave very well as a result. n The childminder works in highly effective partnerships with parents, who feel well informed about their children's progress. They value the childminder's flexible approach and know what they can do to support children's learning at home. n The childminder skilfully builds on children's knowledge to help them develop an

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This provision is good

interest in, and understanding of, the world around them. They investigate and explore their surroundings with confidence. n Children spend time playing indoors and outdoors and have regular outings to groups, activities and local attractions. They learn to appreciate and understand their community and they develop social skills as they spend time with children of different ages. n Although children are provided with high-quality toys and resources, they have fewer opportunities to explore and be curious about materials of different textures and functions. n Occasionally, the childminder asks questions and provides children with possible answers without giving them time to think and respond with their own ideas.

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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 increase the opportunities for children to explore a range of media and materials to further support their creative development n enhance opportunities for children to think about and share their own thoughts and ideas in response to questions, before providing them with answers.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching 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 arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a very good knowledge of safeguarding and knows what to do if she has concerns about a child's welfare or development. Policies and procedures are robust and meet legal requirements. Children learn to recognise hazards and dangers. The childminder completes risk assessments to keep children safe in the setting and on outings. Children's achievements are tracked and the information is used to highlight and plan for any gaps in learning. The childminder undertakes professional development activities, which have a positive impact on her practice. She seeks feedback from parents, children, childminder colleagues and other professionals to help improve her provision and shape what she offers for families.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder undertakes observations to make accurate assessments of children's attainments. She uses this information to plan for children's individual needs and to help them achieve their next steps in learning. The childminder ensures that children feel proud of their achievements and celebrates these with parents. She provides real-life experiences to help consolidate children's understanding. For example, after reading a story about a shopping trip, the children create a shopping list and visit a greengrocer to purchase a variety of fruit. They take responsibility for selecting and counting out items and later prepare them for snack. Children talk about how the fruit looks, tastes and smells. The childminder helps children to develop physical skills and to understand and control their bodies. For example, they enthusiastically engage in action rhymes and songs, giggling with joy as they dance together.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder works with parents to ensure that she understands and meets children's care and learning needs. She uses an electronic system to share photographs and information about children's achievements and their time with her. Parents are keen to engage and contribute to children's learning records. Children are very well supported to be kind and to understand their emotions. The childminder is an excellent role model who ensures that children feel safe and develop a positive attitude to learning. Children are encouraged to do things for themselves and develop independence. The childminder encourages children to keep trying when they find tasks difficult. This helps them to develop resilience and to cope well when faced with challenges in their learning. Children learn to follow hygiene routines and make healthy choices.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children of all ages and stages of development make at least good progress. They develop strong bonds with the childminder and build friendships with their peers. Children show confidence as they move around the setting, selecting and using resources which support their interests. They help with tasks, such as tidying and organising resources. This ensures that children begin to take responsibility and look after their environment. Children are very well supported to develop the skills they need in readiness for school, or the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY439925 Local authority Cumbria Inspection number 10062409 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 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 4 April 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Cleater Moor, Cumbria. She operates from 6.45am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, all year round except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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Registers

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