Childminder in Windsor and Maidenhead

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23/01/2013 27/01/2009

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: 3 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 Children are happy and settled. They have a warm bond with the childminder and therefore demonstrate that they are secure in her care.  Children have access to a broad range of toys and activities which support their learning across all seven areas.  Children are keen to learn because they have settled well and the childminder understands and follows their routines and interests.  The childminder has a good relationship with parents and other partners who share the care of the children. Consequently, children are making good progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 The childminder does not extend activities on a day-to-day basis to more effectively support how children form relationships with others and understand each other's feelings.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are scheduled:  at least once in every inspection cycle. The current cycle ends on 31 July 2016  more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged as inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage; or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised for inspection where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children interacting with the childminder and in their play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector sampled the childminder's documentation and children's development records.  The inspector engaged in conversation with the childminder and the children.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives with her family in Burnham, a suburb of Slough in Berkshire. The whole of the childminder's house is used for childminding which includes a cloakroom and a playroom; but generally children play downstairs. Sometimes an upstairs room is used for sleeping children. There is a garden for outside play. Access to the premises is via a small step. The family has two cats and goldfish as pets. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently nine children on roll, of whom four are in the early years age range. The childminder has links with local schools where she takes and collects children. She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 develop activities that help children make and extend relationships with one another, for example, sharing and matching games, role play and opportunities to sit and chat in cosy spaces.

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who attend

Children are happy and content in the childminder's care. They enjoy a broad range of resources and play activities, which overall support their development across all seven areas of learning. Children freely choose their play and benefit from interesting experiences, which the childminder tailors to their stage of development. For example, children look at books with the childminder. They talk about the different roles people play in the community and learn about the nurse, fire fighter and librarian. They confidently sing nursery rhymes, complete with actions, and bang drums in time to the beat. Children explore when building a train track and think about how to use the curved and straight pieces. They talk about the changing weather, building snowmen and how the snow is melting because it is getting warmer. Children benefit from lots of discussions and these support their acquisition of language and their listening skills from an early age.

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who attend

The childminder has a strong knowledge of the learning and development requirements of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. She has a good understanding of children's backgrounds and starting points. Her regular observations are shared with parents who, as a result, understand their children's accomplishments and what they enjoy doing day-by-day. The childminder monitors effectively the progress children are making and she plans activities to meet their individual interests. Children are keen to learn actively. As a result, children are ready for the next stage in their learning and are developing well.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children have warm bonds with the childminder. They play happily in a stimulating and welcoming environment. The childminder plans settling- in visits well and meets with parents to develop her understanding of children's individual needs, capabilities and interests. Children behave very well. The childminder supervises them effectively and talks to them reassuringly when minor squabbles occur. There are regular opportunities for children to mix and socialise with other children, particularly at toddler groups and when meeting others for art and craft activities. However, the childminder does not make best use of the activities she provides to help children to continually develop good relationships and understand sharing and turn-taking. The childminder is a positive role model who promotes children's well-being and independence. This has a positive impact on children's ability to make the most of their time with the childminder.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children understand their routines and follow these willingly. They are confident to seek out the childminder when they need her support and likewise happy to play alone. Children are developing an understanding of how to keep themselves safe and are becoming independent from an early age. For example, they regularly take part in fire evacuation practices. They have started to understand the benefits of healthy eating and demonstrate awareness of good hygiene routines, for example they know to wash their hands prior to eating. They enjoy healthy and nutritious meals. Snack times are sociable and children sit together and chat as they eat their fruit. Young babies move freely in a range of ways and are developing securely. They stand and climb confidently and the childminder encourages them to join in with the older children's play. Children have regular, opportunities for outside learning, fresh air and exercise and this promotes their

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

physical development well. They benefit from regular walks and visits to the park and enjoy watching the model sailing boats on the lake.

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provision

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. She acknowledges her responsibilities to safeguard the children and understands the procedures to take should she have a concern about a child in her care. She has completed safeguarding awareness training to develop her knowledge and has plans to update her understanding further with additional training. She holds a current first aid qualification. This means she is able to act appropriately in the event of an accident. The childminder has clear policies and procedures to promote children's health, safety and well-being, which are understood by parents. She undertakes appropriate risk assessments, for the home and outings, to enable children to play safely. Children learn about their own safety, for example through fire drills and road safety.

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provision

The childminder plans activities, both at home and for outings, based on children's interests and abilities. Children easily access toys and resources which span all seven areas of learning. As a result, children benefit from exciting opportunities which keep them interested and motivated. The childminder effectively assesses children's achievements through her observations. These help her to plan for children's next steps as they progress towards the early learning goals. Overall, children are making good progress in relation to their starting points and they are developing securely.

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provision

The childminder has evaluated her practice effectively. She understands her strengths and weaknesses and has made strong improvements since her last inspection. She has positive relationships with parents who receive timely feedback about their children's accomplishments and progress. The childminder understands the importance of establishing good partnerships with others. She has made effective links with the school sharing the care of children and by doing so, is supporting the continuity of children's learning.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Satisfactory Satisfactory provision is performing less well than expectations in one or more of the key areas. It requires improvement in order to be good. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be inspected again within 12 months of the date of this inspection.

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Grade Judgement Description

Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY300031 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 814853 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted', which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk.

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

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Type of provision

Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration. Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises that are usually their own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Type of provision

Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

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