Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date 15 May 2019 Previous inspection date 25 November 2014

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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 extremely passionate, enthusiastic and committed to providing good-quality care and learning for children. She has high expectations of her own practice and what children can achieve. n The childminder uses accurate assessments to evaluate children's progress. She uses this information to plan for what each child needs to learn next. All children are making good progress. They are developing the key skills they need to be ready for the next stage in their learning. n The childminder has created a rich, stimulating and well-resourced learning environment indoors and outdoors. She has a good understanding of how to identify and support the different ways that children learn. n Children make independent choices in their play and show very good levels of self- confidence and emotional well-being. They thoroughly enjoy their time at the childminder's setting. n The childminder does not incisively identify areas for improvement of the provision, to

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This provision is good

raise the quality of practice to the highest standards. n The childminder is not highly effective in reviewing the effectiveness of training and professional development to improve the quality of teaching and learning consistently to an excellent level.

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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 develop systems of self-evaluation further, using incisive strategies to help identify areas for development of the provision, to make improvements to the best possible standards n reflect more precisely on the effectiveness of training and professional development to raise the quality of teaching and learning to the highest level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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. 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 and carers spoken to on the day of the inspection and through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder keeps her knowledge of child protection up to date. She attends regular training and has a clear understanding of the wider aspects of safeguarding. She is fully alert to any signs that indicate that a child might be at risk of abuse or neglect. The childminder has made good links with other professionals to share ideas and support. She has developed strong partnership working with local playgroups and schools. This, together with the effective relationships established with parents, promotes consistency in supporting children's learning and development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder keeps parents well informed of the progress children are making. She regularly shares ideas to continue and extend children's learning at home. Parents and carers say that children enjoy the variety of experiences that the childminder provides. For example, children enjoy trips to the farm, they go on picnics and experience all weather conditions. The childminder encourages children to search for insects in the garden. Children observe them with interest and fascination. The childminder provides children with plenty of opportunities to explore their own ideas. Children enjoy experimenting with different shape cutters and making patterns in play dough. The childminder reinforces new words and encourages children to talk about what they are interested in.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder gathers information from parents when children first start. She uses this to get to know children well. Children form a close bond with the childminder and are confident to ask for help when needed. They recognise when they need to wipe their nose and use the toilet. The childminder follows good hygiene routines and teaches children how to keep themselves safe. Children learn to use the steps to the playhouse with care. They understand why they need sun cream and hats in the warm weather. Children are provided with healthy meals and have access to water to keep themselves hydrated. They are kind and caring towards each other. Children pass each other their drinks and learn to share and take turns. They develop a growing understanding of how to manage their feelings and emotions, and play together cooperatively. Children are provided with plenty of opportunities to play outdoors and practise their physical skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

They learn about different festivals, celebrations and the world around them.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are active, enthusiastic and motivated learners. They are eager to try new things and have a go. Children are confident to talk about their own experiences and interests. They listen well and contribute to discussions. Children play with energy and excitement. They enjoy regular opportunities to socialise with other children and adults. For example, they go on visits to the local care home to take part in singing activities. Children are developing the skills and attitudes that will help to prepare them well for starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY360206 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10069490 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 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 25 November 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Rossendale. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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