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 receive a warm welcome from the childminder and settle well. They feel confident to approach her for comfort and cuddles, demonstrating that they feel safe and secure. Children freely access the resources available to them and take time to explore new equipment. For example, children enjoy exploring the sound that instruments make, as they tap and shake them. Older children focus and engage well and are very vocal and interested in their play. They interact well with the childminder and have lengthy conversations. Colour sorting and matching activities with the childminder help children to learn the names of different colours and support their early mathematical skills.

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The provision is good

Children respond well to the childminder. They listen and follow instructions. Younger children are becoming independent, while older ones are able to carry out simple tasks for themselves. Children learn important skills, such as how to share and take turns. For example, they learn to allow other children to have a go as they play. Children enjoy the 'high five' praise that they receive from the childminder, who recognises their efforts. This contributes to the development of self-esteem, confidence and helps to prepare children for the next stage of their learning journey.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides a broad and balanced curriculum. She knows what she wants children to learn next. The childminder plans appropriate next steps in children's learning. However, she does not precisely target further professional development opportunities that enable her to develop the quality of her teaching and extend her practice further. n Children develop an awareness of mathematical concepts from a young age. The childminder talks to children about the quantity and size of objects and compares them, demonstrating what is 'bigger' and 'smaller'. However, the childminder does not always enhance these learning opportunities to fully extend children's learning. For example, during a counting game the children lose interest, they struggle to post the disks and are not supported with further counting. As a result, children do not always get the most benefit out of the experiences provided to fully extend their learning.

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n The childminder gives high priority to developing children's love of books. She makes good use of teddies to encourage children to engage with stories. Children snuggle up to the childminder to look at books together. They are developing the foundations needed to support future reading. n Children are provided with opportunities to play outside to support their physical development. The childminder takes children to local play centres. They have previously visited the local park, zoo, library and museum. Children learn about

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27 April 2023 different cultures and celebrate festivals, such as Chinese New Year and Christmas. Therefore, children are developing an awareness of the world around them and communities beyond their own. n The childminder promotes a healthy lifestyle for the children. They eat a range of healthy meals, which supports their dietary requirements. They are offered fresh fruit as snacks, and drinks are available throughout the day. They are learning how to keep themselves healthy. n Children listen and respond to requests. For example, they help to tidy up after an activity is finished. Children take turns and share with their friends as they place pieces into a game. The childminder uses verbal praise to encourage good behaviour. Children foster positive social skills as they learn to follow rules. Children behave well and follow the expectations of the setting. The childminder gently reminds children to say please and thank you, to help develop their

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manners. n Parents report that they are happy with the care and learning their children receive. They say that their children enjoy their time with the childminder and that they value the variety of activities provided. The childminder shares next steps and seeks information about what children are learning at home. She uses this to plan further activities for them. This gives children the opportunity to practise what they have learned before.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder demonstrates a secure knowledge of child protection issues. She confidently describes the possible signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She fully understands the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare or if an allegation is made against her. She understands the safe use of mobile phones and cameras and seeks parental permission regarding the appropriate use of images. This ensures that children are safeguarded effectively. The childminder has a secure understanding of risk and how to risk assess effectively. She carries out daily checks and takes appropriate steps to ensure children's safety.

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should:

n target further opportunities to extend professional development in order to build upon existing knowledge and skills n review and adapt the way experiences are implemented to help raise the quality of learning even further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY430057 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10276282 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 6 Date of previous inspection 10 July 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Rossendale. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder 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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n Children spoke to the inspector about what they enjoyed doing while in the care of the childminder. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n Parents shared their views through written comments. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

27 April 2023 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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