Sumner, Michelle Louise

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 are warmly welcomed into the childminder's home. They are happy, settled and demonstrate a very strong sense of belonging. Children are familiar with the routines of the day. They move purposefully between the appealing, child- centred indoor and outdoor learning environments. Children talk confidently about what they have learned. They recall learning about the story of the nativity at Christmas time and talk enthusiastically about 'Superworm', the story they have just listened to. Children enjoy daily outings. They have excellent opportunities to learn about themselves and their local community. They confidently recall the places they have visited, the people they have seen and the jobs they do. Children talk enthusiastically about past and planned visits to places of interest, such as a children's science museum and the local woods.

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The provision is good

Children are becoming confident and curious learners who are eager to learn and try new things. They are encouraged to think and solve simple problems. When the dough worm they have made is too long for the wormery, children consider their options before deciding to fold it in half to make it shorter. Children use mathematical language with increasing accuracy. They talk confidently about which is the 'biggest' and the 'smallest' and are encouraged to consider how many is 'a lot'.

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The provision is good

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the childminder worked closely with parents to help minimise any disruption to the curriculum and children's learning. She routinely shared information and, at times, provided resources to help parents to continue to support and build on children's learning at home.

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need to do better?

n Children enjoy a rich, well-planned curriculum that helps them to develop the skills and knowledge they need to help them to succeed in school. The childminder has a very good overview of each child's capabilities. She is clear about what she wants children to learn next and how she intends to teach children the skills they will need. n Children's communication and language development is given a high priority. The childminder closely monitors the progression of children's speech and provides a good level of support. In the main, she models language precisely and provides lots of opportunities for children to extend their vocabulary. Children enjoy songs, rhymes and stories as part of their daily routine. They take turns to choose and then sing their chosen song. Children recall familiar stories and complete repeated phrases. Following stories, the childminder uses well- planned activities to find out what children have learned or remembered.

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n Children are learning that print carries meaning. They make marks for a

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7 March 2022 purpose, using a wide range of materials both indoors and outdoors. Older children recognise and attempt to write the letters in their name. However, opportunities for children to fully develop the strength and dexterity they will need in their wrists and fingers for eventual handwriting are limited. n Children's personal, social and emotional development is promoted effectively. Children have formed secure attachments with the childminder and with their peers. They talk fondly about their friends. Children value the time they spend together and enjoy talking about their own experiences. Real experiences, supported with positive discussion and books, are well used to strengthen children's awareness of similarities and differences between themselves and others in society. This helps to prepare children well for life in modern Britain. n The childminder provides some excellent opportunities for children to learn

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about the natural world. Children talk excitedly about going to find real worms for their wormery. They learn about the life cycle of a frog and a butterfly as they watch tadpoles grow and butterflies emerge from their cocoons. n Children are learning the importance of socially acceptable behaviour. The childminder clearly explains behavioural expectations and supports children as they learn to recognise, understand and manage their own feelings and behaviours. n Children are learning about the importance of a healthy lifestyle, including the importance of good oral health. They benefit from daily opportunities to be physically active in the fresh air and daylight. This helps to promote their good health and well-being. n The childminder manages her setting well and routinely reflects on the quality of her provision. She is committed to her own professional development to further improve the quality of education for children. However, she does not always fully

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consider how she can provide further challenge for children who learn quickly. Parents comment very positively on the quality of care, education and the progress their children make.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a clear understanding of her role and responsibility regarding child protection. She regularly updates her training and written procedures to ensure that she can implement appropriate procedures without delay. This includes in the event of an allegation being made against herself or someone living on the premises. Children are becoming increasingly aware of their own safety and how they can help to keep themselves safe. For example, children learn how to use and carry small tools with care, such as scissors.

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should:

7 March 2022 n provide further opportunities for children to develop their hand muscles and finger control, to help them acquire the dexterity they need in preparation for early writing n enhance the programme for professional development, in order to construct a highly ambitious curriculum to offer more challenge for children who learn quickly.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY286761 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10225524 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 16 May 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in Accrington, Lancashire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. She holds a relevant qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n We carried out this inspection as a result of a risk assessment, following information we received about the childminder. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided. She assessed the impact the activities have on children's learning. She had a learning walk with the childminder to discuss how the curriculum is planned and implemented. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the teaching observed extends children's understanding and links into the learning intentions for the children. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of adults living on the premises. n The inspector took account of the views of parents.

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Inspection activities

7 March 2022 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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