Childminder in Lancashire

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 happy and confident when they enter this setting. They have good relationships with the childminder and her assistant. Children freely explore their surroundings and choose what activities they want to participate in. They engage daily in stories, nursery rhymes, singing and conversation, which helps to promote their communication and language. Children listen intently as the childminder reads the book 'While We Can't Hug'. This introduces them to new ideas about emotions and how to show affection in different ways.

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The provision is good

House rules are clear, and children show their understanding in lots of ways. The children demonstrate respect and kindness towards each other. The older children are gentle with the babies. For example, they pick up toys which fall out of their grasp. Children follow the routines at this setting. For example, when the childminder suggests a painting activity, they immediately head over to the basket where the aprons are. The children attempt to put the aprons on by themselves, seeking help from adults when required. There are lots of quiet spaces in which children can rest and relax when they are tired. They enjoy the time they spend at this setting.

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n Children have access to a wide variety of books, which helps them to develop a love of reading and appreciate the diverse world in which they live. The childminder is keen to introduce children to new ideas and concepts in order to widen their experiences. This is done through the introduction of resources that promote equality and diversity. The childminder recognises that children learn and develop at different rates. She varies her practice to recognise this and makes sure that activities are fully inclusive. Appropriate next steps are put in place to ensure that every child is making progress. n Lots of baking activities take place at this setting. Children learn to explore other cultures through food they make for Eid, Chinese New Year and other festivals. This also introduces them to mathematical concepts and broadens their vocabulary in an enjoyable and exciting way. n Behaviour and attitudes to learning are good. Children know to sit at the dining

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table for their meals and understand the importance of handwashing prior to eating. They are respectful of books and toys and are keen to explore and discover. Children are sociable and mix well with each other and the adults at the setting. n Children benefit from the strong parent partnerships that have been developed. This provides consistency between home and the setting. Parents understand the progress their children are making and know how to extend their learning and development at home.

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14 October 2022 n Children learn and develop as a result of a varied curriculum. They explore different textures during an adult-led art activity. Children use conkers and plastic twirly drink stirrers to make marks with paint. The children chat to each other as they explore colours and patterns, demonstrating their early writing skills. During planned activities, children engage and focus. However, there is a large number of resources for children to access in the setting and the choice can be overwhelming. This results in children lacking focus during independent playtimes. n The childminder takes responsibility for her own continuing professional development. She reflects on the effectiveness of her own practice and provision. The childminder offers feedback and support to her assistant. However, at times, the assistant would benefit from more-detailed evaluation from the childminder to help to continuously develop her skills.

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n Children at this setting have a voice. They are consulted about what they would like to do and are part of their own learning journey. There is much excitement among the older children, who use a voice-controlled virtual assistant to request musical nursery rhymes that they dance along to. The babies enjoy watching this display as they become familiar with 'Old MacDonald had a farm', which the children play on repeat.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder keeps accurate records and has comprehensive policies and procedures in place. She has ensured that every person living on the premises has had their suitability checked. The childminder and her assistant are both able to demonstrate a good level of understanding around safeguarding policy and procedure. They can recognise warning signs and symptoms in relation to children who may be at risk of harm. They know how to keep children safe and secure by employing practices that promote their health and welfare. Statutory requirements are being met, and regular risk assessments ensure that the environment is a safe place to be.

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should:

n organise resources more effectively in order to support children to make their own choices at independent playtimes n provide more-detailed feedback to newer members of staff in order to support their professional development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY362297 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10235143 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 9 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection 10 November 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Colne, Lancashire. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 The childminder gave the inspector a tour of the setting, indoors and outdoors, and discussed how the curriculum is planned and implemented. n Discussions were held with children, parents and the childminder's assistant at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n A leadership and management meeting was held with the childminder. Paediatric first-aid certificates were checked. n The inspector observed the quality of education and evaluated the impact on children's learning and development.

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14 October 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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