Childminder EY388165

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

The childminder offers a warm and welcoming environment, which parents refer to as being 'a real home from home.' Children settle well when they start at the setting. The childminder works closely with parents to understand children's individual needs. Children form close attachments to the childminder and smile broadly as they approach her for a reassuring hug. Children talk confidently with the inspector about their favourite things to do, demonstrating that they are happy and settled.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations for every child. She carefully considers how she can support children to develop new skills in all areas of learning. The childminder supports children's natural interests and curiosities in imaginative ways. For example, children have fun mark making using sticks in mud as they enjoy forest walks. The childminder is a good role model and promotes positive behaviour well. She is vigilant in attending to small disputes between children, and teaches children to share and take turns. As a result, children's behaviour is good and they show empathy for their peers. For example, children are very gentle with children who are younger than them, gently stroking their hair and talking softly to them.

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need to do better?

n The childminder develops children's knowledge and skills in imaginative ways. For example, children learn about healthy lifestyles as they grow their own vegetables from seed and then eat them. The childminder shares ideas with parents about supporting children's learning at home. For example, children take home sunflowers they have grown so they can measure them with their parents and carers. Children's communication and language skills are promoted well. For example, the childminder provides opportunities for repetition through song and rhyme sessions and is enthusiastic when reading stories. However, on occasion, the childminder does not allow enough time for children to think about questions and consider a response. n The childminder offers a learning environment which is suited to the individual needs of children. She carefully considers activities and identifies how they can support children to develop new skills and deepen their knowledge. She provides

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children with experiences which will support them in their future learning. n The childminder praises children consistently and encourages them to be part of routines. Children enjoy being independent and given responsibility for small tasks. For example, older children help younger children to access a farm set with animals and show them how to build towers with bricks. Children excitedly talk with the inspector about their self-portraits and demonstrate a positive attitude to learning.

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17 September 2019 n The childminder supports children's emotional well-being, particularly during times of change. For example, when a new baby sibling is born, she encourages children to care for dolls using the role-play resources and talks about caring for babies. Children begin to understand about personal safety. For example, the childminder talks with children about crossing the road safely and not patting dogs they see during outings. Children explore some special events from other cultures. However, opportunities to explore diversity throughout the year are not firmly in place. n The childminder attends a range of training opportunities, which has a positive impact on children's learning. For example, the childminder has recently attended a course about supporting children to take risks during outdoor play. She has evaluated her practice and now encourages children to take risks during play, such as climbing trees during walks in the forest. The childminder has links

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with other childminding professionals and meets regularly to share ideas and discuss good practice.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands the signs that a child may be at risk of harm. She understands her duty in reporting concerns to appropriate safeguarding professionals. The childminder has effective safeguarding practices in place. For example, she checks the identification of all visitors. In addition, she has a secure password system in place should additional adults arrive to collect children, other than parents. The childminder attends regular safeguarding training to keep abreast of national and local changes.

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should:

n give children more understanding of cultures and traditions which differ from their own n ensure that enough time is given to children after a question has been asked in order for them to consider the question and formulate a response.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY388165 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10064164 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 to 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 16 December 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2009 and lives in Water, Rossendale. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except for family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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 spoke with children and the childminder during the inspection. n A joint observation was completed with the childminder. n The inspector held a meeting with the childminder. She looked at documentation, including a sample of policies and procedures, processes of assessment and training records. n The views of parents were taken account of through their written comments.

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Inspection activities

We carried out this inspection 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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Inspection activities

17 September 2019 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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