Childminder in Milton Keynes

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25/02/2013 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: Not Applicable 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

 Warm and caring relationships between the childminder and children help them to feel secure and settled. They are well behaved and develop independent skills through routine activities.  The childminder helps children to make good progress in their all-round development.  Children are motivated and keen to learn. They show good levels of interest in their play as they help themselves to toys and join in activities.  The childminder works effectively with parents to ensure she meets the unique needs of each child.  The childminder successfully identifies strengths and weaknesses in her practice and she demonstrates a good capacity to maintain continuous improvement.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 although, children's literacy is supported well, it is not extended by the use of written words and letters displayed in the environment  children enjoy role-play, but have fewer opportunities to use a wide range of resources to further develop their imagination.

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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's activities in the kitchen/diner and lounge.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the observations.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at children's learning journals, the childminder's self-evaluation form and a selection of policies and children's records.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives with her husband and young family Newport Pagnell in Buckinghamshire. The whole of the house except for the childminder's bedroom is available for childminding and there is a garden for outside play. The childminder walks and drives to local schools to take and collect children and she attends the local pre-school groups. The childminder's provision is open all year round from 8am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday except for family holidays agreed in advance. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is currently minding three children under five and two children over five years old before and after school.

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

 provide more opportunities for children to see written words in the learning environment so they learn that print carries meaning, for example, by displaying names, signs and posters

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

 extend the range of resources to provide further role-play experiences for children's developing imagination.

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who attend

Children play happily in a warm and welcoming home and the childminder helps them to develop at their own level and pace. The childminder's planning and assessment procedures clearly demonstrate that children make good progress given their starting points. Through discussion, parents are involved in helping to identify their child's next steps for learning. The childminder builds on children's experiences through actively being involved in their play and learning. For example, she sits on the floor with children, talking, praising, smiling and laughing with them. Consequently, they are happy, secure and confident in her care.

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who attend

The childminder successfully supports children's communication and literacy skills. Children are able to talk about their likes and dislikes, and favourite things such as songs and colours. They handle books, listen to a range of stories, explore different sounds and join in songs and rhymes. However, they have less opportunities to observe words and letters in the environment to further promote their understanding that print carries meaning. Children increase their early-writing skills as they paint with their fingers, make patterns in sand and use pencils and crayons.

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who attend

Children's creativity and imagination is encouraged in many different ways. They enjoy some role play experiences, for example, as they act out shopping with the doll in the buggy. However, the childminder does not fully extend children's imagination through providing a wide range of role-play experiences. This means opportunities for children to engage in pretend play based on their own experiences are limited. Children enjoy many art and craft activities, singing and dancing, and playing musical instruments. During a sticking activity, they enjoy designing pictures using glue, feathers, sequins and glitter. This means children can explore a range of different materials and use them to express their own ideas.

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who attend

Children develop good problem-solving skills and learn about colour, number and shape as they fit puzzles together, post shapes and use a variety of construction toys. They recognise several colours and shapes and begin to count confidently. Children learn about measurement as they weigh ingredients when cooking and they use mathematical language such as 'bigger' and 'smaller than'. Children have good opportunities to learn about the world they live in. They find out how things work as they use telephones, microphones and push button toys. Children have fun playing the musical keyboard. They celebrate festivals that help them to understand their own beliefs and cultures, as well as others. All of these activities and learning experiences help to prepare children for their next stage of learning.

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

Children develop close relationships with the childminder and her family. Children's behaviour is good, they have many opportunities to learn about sharing and taking turns. Children talk about the childminder's meaningful written guidelines for acceptable behaviour. The childminder offers constant praise and encouragement during activities and as a result, children develop good levels of confidence and self-esteem.

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

Children have good opportunities to learn about living a healthy lifestyle. Parents provide information about any dietary needs their children may have and information is recorded. At present, parents provide packed lunches for their child and the childminder provides healthy snacks, such as fresh fruit. Children help themselves to drinks throughout the day. The childminder's home is very clean and good procedures are in place to minimise possible cross-infection. For example, children do not attend when they are ill. They learn good hygiene practices as they wash their hands during the routine of the day. Children enjoy daily fresh air and physical play. For example, they play in the garden, visit the local park and pre-school groups and use equipment to build their muscles and improve their balancing skills. Children learn to keep themselves safe as they practise the fire drill, climb on apparatus and tidy their toys to prevent tripping hazards. As a result, the childminder

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

effectively promotes children's safety and well-being.

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

The childminder makes good use of the space in her home and provides toys and activities that encourage children to be active learners. She has a good range of equipment to meet the needs of younger children. They are encouraged to be independent, for example, as they use the step to reach the taps in the bathroom and begin to dress and undress. This helps to prepare them for school.

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provision

The childminder is well-organised and she has effective systems in place to evaluate her childminding provision. Parents' views are valued and respected; they express their opinion about the service they receive through discussion and the use of a questionnaire. The childminder is able to recognise her strengths and areas for development. For example, she identifies additional training needs such as food hygiene. The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to developing and improving her practice.

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provision

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of child protection issues in order to safeguard the children. In addition, adult household members have suitability checks in place and the childminder keeps a record of visitors to further protect children. She carries out thorough risk assessments for her premises and outings, which helps children to be safe at all times. All essential records are in place, they are well organised and stored securely to protect confidentiality. Consequently, children are safeguarded.

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provision

Children benefit from the verbal and written exchange of information between the childminder and their parents. This means that, the childminder is able to provide successfully for children's ongoing care, learning and developmental needs. Parents are aware of their children's achievements and progress on a daily basis. They have access to their child's learning journal at all times. Furthermore, parents enjoy receiving photos of their children playing happily during the day. Parents state that they are very pleased with the childminding provision. There comments include, 'children have fun and come home with lots of stories about their days'. The childminder establishes effective links with the other provisions that the children attend to complement their care and 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 EY453020 Local authority Milton Keynes Inspection number 883949 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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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.

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Type of provision

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

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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