Clegg, Sara

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children are happy and enjoy their time in this homely environment. They are settled and secure, showing strong bonds with the caring childminder. Children are given plenty of opportunities to play and use their imaginations. For instance, children play with a tea set and make cups of tea using water and their creativity. They transport water using the various parts of the tea set, which helps to promote problem-solving and fine-motor skills. The childminder models positive behaviours with the use of good manners. She encourages turn taking and sharing. However, strategies are not always effective for all children and can, on occasions, cause disruption to learning.

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The provision is good

Children learn good hygiene routines. From an early age, they wash their hands before eating and cover their mouths when coughing. The childminder asks children's permission to change their nappies and does so in a discrete and respectful way. This supports children in understanding that they have a voice and a say in their care. All children have opportunities to read stories and sing nursery rhymes. Children select props from a bag that are designed to instigate a rhyme. This helps children with their memory and recognition.

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need to do better?

n The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of child development and the areas of learning. This is embedded practice and supports the implementation of her plans for learning. Children have a good range of resources to select from and they confidently choose what they would like to play with. n Children learn about healthy lifestyles and enjoy nutritious home-cooked meals and snacks provided by the childminder. Children know that fruit and vegetables are good for them and that they should drink plenty of water. Good health is further supported by daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. For instance, children have fun at playgroups and the local park to help to support their physical development and socialisation. n Parents share their positive comments about the care and education the childminder provides for their children. They discuss how the childminder shares information with them about what their child has been learning and how to carry

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need to do better?

on supporting their development at home. This shows strong partnership working. n The childminder helps children to develop their language skills by introducing new words into their play. For example, the childminder introduces new words to describe the noise a child is making to represent an animal. This is extended further by including the names of animal babies and the use of 'big' and 'small' to promote mathematical awareness. That said, this can, on occasions, be too advanced for children's current stage of learning.

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need to do better?

26 July 2022 n The childminder demonstrates a genuine enjoyment in her work. She works hard to maintain quality and keeps her own knowledge and understanding up to date and current. She has utilised training courses and research to help her to improve her practice further. The childminder strives to provide the best environment possible for children. n Overall, the childminder supports children in the next stage of their learning journey or transition to school effectively. She seeks permission from parents to enable her to share key information with the new provider. This supports continuity of learning and well-being. n Children have plenty of opportunity to express themselves through arts and crafts. The childminder provides young children with a range of activities that encourage them to colour, stick or draw. She introduces various topics to ignite children's interest in subjects such as festivals.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows children well. She gathers meaningful information during their first weeks in her care, and uses this detail to assess children's ongoing learning. Children make good progress in the care of the childminder and are confident learners.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. She is aware of the procedures to take should she have a concern about a child in her care. The childminder has policies and procedures in place that are shared with parents. These include the procedure to follow should an allegation be made against herself or a member of her family. The childminder carries out regular risk assessments of her provision and for any trips out that may take place. She keeps her environment well maintained and removes any hazards to further protect children. Young children are taught about being careful and to minimise risks for themselves. For example, they clear up any spilt water to prevent them from slipping.

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should:

n build on what children already know and can do precisely, in order that all children make the best possible progress n adapt strategies to help support children in understanding boundaries that are appropriate to their stage of development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY559583 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10190613 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 5 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018. She lives in the Whitworth area of Lancashire. She operates her provision all year round from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a level 3 qualification in early years and childcare.

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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 her evaluation of the setting. n The childminder and inspector completed a learning walk and discussed the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The inspector spoke to parents and children during the inspection and took into account their views. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation and the inspector reviewed the evidence of suitability for all household members.

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Inspection activities

26 July 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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