Childminder in Wiltshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15/09/2014 08/09/2009

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: 2 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 1 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder builds secure and supportive bonds with children, helping them develop confidence, independence and to feel safe and happy in her care.  The childminder has a strong understanding of her responsibility to safeguard children in her care. She uses clear policies and her own good practice, to promote children's safety and well-being.  The childminder understands how children learn and supports them to make good progress in their learning and development

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It is not yet outstanding because

 The childminder has not yet fully developed systems to exchange information with other childcare settings, so she is able to further develop children's learning development.  Children have less opportunities to extend their understanding of printed word outdoors than they do indoors.

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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

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Information about this inspection

 scheduled more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged 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 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  scheduled 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 looked at various documents including policies and procedures, evidence of suitability, qualifications and children's records.  The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection  The inspector observed children playing inside and outdoors.  The inspector took into account the written views of parents.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives with her husband and son aged 11 in Calne, Wiltshire. The whole ground floor of the childminders house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The family has a cat. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently seven children on roll. The childminder is registered for overnight care. She uses her car to collect children from school and also for outings. The childminder attends the local parent/toddler group.

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

 further develop links with other providers to support the contribution to children's learning development

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

 further develop children's awareness of printed word, for example by providing written labels on toys and equipment in the outdoor environment.

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who attend

The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation stage. She makes good use of resources and equipment to enable children to participate in activities that support them in making good progress in all areas. Planning is carefully evaluated and monitored. The childminder ensures adult initiated and child-led activities provide a good balance of effective learning, interest and age appropriate challenges. She completes progress reports for children who are aged two years, and keeps parents up to date with children's developmental progress. The quality of teaching is good. The childminder sits at the children's level and uses interaction during activities that support their understanding of shape, size and space. For example, during a puzzle activity the childminder suggests children think about the shape of the puzzle piece and where it might fit. The children show pride in their achievements as they overcome

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who attend

challenges and succeed in completing tasks. This demonstrates the childminder's support of children's personal social and emotional well-being.

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who attend

Children's language is developing well. The childminder uses conversations and open- ended questions to encourage children's critical thinking and use of new words. Labels on resources in the indoor environment enhance children's awareness of print. However, toys and equipment outdoors do not offer the same opportunities to develop this understanding. Consequently children do not gain the most from every day opportunities outside to develop their skills in literacy. Children enjoy using their imagination as they begin to make-believe by pretending. They make dinners and drinks on the pretend kitchen and wrap the childminder in real bandages from their doctor's kit. The childminder caters well for children's physical development. They have daily access to the garden where they are able to use large motor movements by bouncing on the trampoline. Children count as they bounce, which develops their awareness of numbers and counting.

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who attend

Trips to the local playground provide children with additional physical challenges by using larger play equipment. The Childminder takes children on outings to soft play centres and toddler groups where they are able to socialise with larger groups of children. This prepares them for the next steps in learning.

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who attend

The childminder shares information about children's development regularly. This means parents are able to know how well their child is progressing. Daily diaries provide parents with details of their child's day-to-day experiences. The childminder exchanges additional information with parents at the beginning and end of each day. She communicates verbally with other childcare settings about the welfare of children. However, she has not yet fully developed systems that encourage sharing information about children's learning development to further improve plans for next steps and early learning goals.

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

The childminder provides a warm and loving environment where children make strong and secure bonds. She is very aware of children's individual needs and highly supportive of their developing independence. As a result, children are confident in their approach to new challenges and comfortable in new situations. Children are happy and well stimulated throughout the day due to the positive interactions of the childminder who provides a range of quality resources and challenging activities. Children enjoy exploring the variety of resources on offer and enjoy the freedom of making choices about playing indoors or outside. The childminder effectively promotes healthy lifestyles. Parents are encouraged to supply healthy lunch boxes and at snack time, children enjoy a variety of fruit. Drinks are available throughout the day in beakers to ensure the children do not get thirsty. Hygiene routines support children's understanding of the importance of washing hands before

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

Children benefit from regular fresh air and exercise. They make good use of the equipment in the garden and go for walks and on outings with the childminder. Children are able to put on their own shoes and go to the toilet independently. Consequently, children begin to develop self-care skills that will help prepare them for their next stage in development such as school. Children learn how to keep themselves safe as the childminder reminds them to be careful in different situations. For example, during imaginative play children remind the childminder that she should be careful not to put the toy knife into her mouth as she may hurt herself. Regular fire evacuation practise helps children to learn how to evacuate the house safely in the event of a fire.

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

Children behave very well. They use good manners at all times and are able to listen well to instructions. The childminder supports children's self-esteem very well by using consistant praise and encouragement for tasks completed or good behaviour. She displays children's art work and photos on the wall which supports children's sense of belonging in the childminders home. The childminder considers the well-being of children as they settle in and the importance of continuity of care. She gathers detailed information from parents about children's routines and dietary requirements as well as their likes and dislikes, to enable a smooth transition from one home to another.

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provision

The childminder has a good understanding of the safeguarding and learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She has a clear understanding of what to do should she have any child protection concerns, and has secured this knowledge through training. The childminder is aware of possible symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk, and the correct procedures to follow. The childminder holds a first aid certificate so she is able to provide appropriate care if a child has an accident. She maintains a range of written policies and procedures to keep children safe while in her care and ensures parents receive a copy of these at the beginning of the care plan. Documentation and permissions for example, to administer medication, are in place and further promotes children's well-being.

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provision

The childminder evaluates her practice and thinks about the changes she can make to improve outcomes for children. For example, she would like to find some new toddler groups so that children gain even more opportunities to socialise in large groups. She has implemented improvements since her last inspection, such as the development in her system of observation and assessment of children's learning. She is now better able to identify children's next steps and target those areas through a mix of adult-initiated and child-led activities. Children's safety is a high priority. The childminder uses both written and visual risk assessments to ensure children are safe at all times. She ensures children are always within seeing or hearing distance. The childminder takes extra precautions such as standing close when children play on large play equipment, such as slides and trampolines. This helps to minimize hazards to children and provides a safe and secure

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provision

The childminder communicates with other nursery settings and exchanges information about children's wellbeing and behaviour. However, she has not yet developed systems that allow both settings to make links between children's learning development. The childminder builds good relationships with parents. She shares information about children's daily experiences in a diary to keep parents up to date with their children's developmental progress. Written feedback demonstrates that parents are 'thoroughly happy with the care their children receive'

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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 Requires improvement The provision is not giving children a good standard of early years education and/or there are minor breaches of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. We re-inspect nurseries and pre-schools judged as requires improvement within 12 months of the date of inspection. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement action. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or

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Grade Judgement Description

is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be monitored and inspected again within six months of the date of this inspection. Met There were no children present at the time of the inspection. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not met There were no children present at the time of the inspection. 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 EY314548 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 828034 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: 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, which are usually the childminder’s 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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