Childminder EY470836

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

Children form a close attachment to the childminder. They show that they feel happy and safe, and actively seek cuddles and reassurance when they become upset. They behave well and are eager to invite others to join in their play. For example, children pass a favourite doll to their peers, and giggle as they move it to make it dance. The childminder strives to provide the best possible learning opportunities for all children, within a safe and nurturing environment. Children benefit from access to high-quality resources and plenty of space to move around within a dedicated playroom.

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The provision is good

The childminder works closely with parents and encourages sharing of information, which helps her to get to know children well. She uses accurate assessments to monitor the progress children are making and to promptly identify and support any gaps in learning. The childminder plans enjoyable experiences around each child's interests and what they need to learn next. Parents state that children enjoy the regular homework and ideas for activities to do at home. For example, they say children play number games and choose a book to share at home. Parents say that their children have come on leaps and bounds.

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need to do better?

n Children are keen to try new things. They confidently explore the variety of resources and carefully use tongs to pick up sprinkles. They watch and copy as the childminder models how to use the cutters, and names the different shapes they make. The childminder continually builds on children's interests and what they know and can already do. n The childminder has a good understanding of the different ways that children learn. She provides resources for children to use in their own way. For example, children concentrate as they line up the small-world farm fences. Younger children shake the sensory bottles and observe the glitter as it moves in the water. Children are active, creative and enthusiastic learners who develop the key skills and attitudes ready for school and future learning. n The childminder tunes in well to the interactions of young children. She repeats children's attempt at words correctly and speaks with a good volume and tone.

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need to do better?

Children enjoy reading to the dolls and talk to themselves as they play. n Children show good control and coordination in their movements and handle the toys with care. They have plenty of opportunities to practise their physical skills, such as climbing on large play apparatus outdoors. n Parents say that they are happy with the healthy food provided to children. However, the childminder does not maximise opportunities to teach children how to make healthy choices. n The childminder is sensitive to children's needs and respectfully informs them

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need to do better?

13 November 2019 about care routines, such as nappy changes. Parents say that the childminder helps to support them with children's toileting needs, to promote consistency at home and the setting. n Children develop good independence and self-care. They carefully pour their drinks, wash their hands and dispose of paper towels in the bin provided. Children show a strong sense of belonging as they choose resources, and demonstrate their imagination and creativity as they play. n The childminder helps children to develop a good understanding of people and communities that are different to their own. Parents say that children enjoy various events, including Chinese New Year and Eid, along with the Christmas celebrations. n The childminder engages effectively with parents and local schools. She knows the procedures to follow should she need to seek additional support from other professionals for children and families.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has not established a sharply focused programme of training to raise the quality of teaching and learning to an outstanding level.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder attends regular safeguarding training and knows how to identify concerns that a child may be at risk of harm. She knows the procedures to follow should she be worried a child is being abused or neglected. The childminder has a robust understanding of how to deal with concerns regarding any wider safeguarding issues. She ensures that the environment is safe and secure, and conducts risk assessments to minimise any potential risks and hazards. The childminder supports children's emotional well-being effectively. Children learn how to keep themselves safe. For example, they use the scissors with care.

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should:

n build on the programme of training and professional development to help continually improve the quality of practice, skills and knowledge to the highest level n enhance the opportunities children have to learn how to make healthy choices.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY470836 Local authority Bolton Inspection number 10075602 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 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 26 May 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Great Lever, Bolton. She operates all year round from 8.30am to 7.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and evaluated the impact this has on children's learning. n The childminder had a tour of the setting and carried out a joint evaluation of an activity with the inspector. 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 discussions on the day and through written feedback provided.

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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

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