Childminder in Windsor and Maidenhead

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 07/10/2014 18/11/2008

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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

 The childminder is friendly and caring, and engages well with children. She takes an active role in their play, listens attentively and asks questions that encourage their language skills.  Children's development is carefully monitored and the childminder provides appropriate challenges to help foster their independence and confidence.  The childminder develops effective partnerships with parents and others involved in children's care. This promotes a consistency in meeting their individual needs.  The childminder provides a safe environment that enables children to feel safe and secure as they confidently explore and investigate.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 The childminder does provide some written materials for children to look at, however, she is reluctant to provide easy access to books as she knows some children will not use them appropriately.  The childminder occasionally does not adapt activities sufficiently to sustain younger children's interest.

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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 toured the premises and viewed the resources with the childminder.  The inspector read comments from parents.  The inspector observed the childminder and children at play.  The inspector viewed development records and relevant documentation.  The inspector discussed the childminders self evaluation.

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Information about the setting

The childminder has been registered since 2005. She lives in Windsor, Berkshire, with her two children. Children have access to the ground floor of the home for play and bedrooms for rest. A secure garden is available for outdoor play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is currently minding two children, of whom both are in the early years age range. The childminder is happy to take children to and collect from local schools.

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

 extend early literacy opportunities by modelling the use of simple books, photo albums of family or familiar objects

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

 consider how to adapt some activities to meet individual children's developmental needs more accurately.

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who attend

The childminder has a good awareness of the learning and development requirements and the importance of sharing and obtaining information from parents. She is continuing to develop her already good system to record children's development, using photographs and written observations. This is an aspect which is evolving as the childminder increases her skills and knowledge. The childminder is attentive to the individual needs of the children she cares for and welcomes professional advice to meet specific needs.

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who attend

The childminder offers children a good range of activities in her home and frequent outings in the local community. This contributes towards children making good progress in their learning in relation to their starting points. She takes children to toddler group, the park and soft play sessions where they enjoy opportunities to try new activities and develop their social skills. The childminder listens attentively and provides a commentary to their play. She asks questions which encourage children to think and extend their use of language. Consequently, children's abilities to communicate and make their needs known are increasing.

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who attend

The childminder extends children's learning by linking words to actions, and including mathematical concepts in their play. For example, as they play with small plastic teddy bears she refers to sizes, position and quantity. Children match colours and repeat her words. The childminder demonstrates how to ask for things when a child becomes frustrated. Occasionally, the childminder does not adapt activities sufficiently to children's developmental need. For example, children try to use thin pens to make marks on paper. However, thin pens and small paper are difficult to control for young children. This can lead to frustration and consequently interest is soon lost. The childminder follows the children's lead, entering into role play with the doll, showing concern and expression in her voice as she looks at the doll. This helps children to begin to identify feelings and expression as part of their communication skills. Children join in with a song as the

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who attend

childminder sings a familiar rhyme developing their abilities to remember words and recall appropriate actions. Books are available but currently children do not have sufficient opportunities to learn how to use books effectively to enhance learning and imaginative opportunities.

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who attend

The childminder encourages children's independence, but also supervises closely. For example, children help her to tidy up the toys after play. This helps children learn to look after the resources. The childminder works in partnership with parents. Ongoing two-way exchanges of information between the childminder and parents help to support children's individual needs. The childminder understands how to complete the required progress checks for two-year-old children and the importance of discussing this with parents. She has made great progress in her abilities to observe and monitor development, and is able to inform parents about their children's progress and their next steps in learning. As a result, the strong partnership between the childminder and the children's families' means there is continuity in children's learning. Parents comment very positively about the progress children make in the childminder's care.

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

Children develop their confidence in this happy environment. The childminder has clear expectations and boundaries which she consistently applies. This helps children to feel secure as they know what is expected and learn appropriate ways to make their needs understood. The childminder is patient and calm, setting a very good role model to the children in her care. Children explore confidently and naturally seek and receive a cuddle occasionally when they feel tired.

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

The childminder encourages children to learn about healthy lifestyles and understand the importance of personal hygiene. Parents provide meals for their children and the childminder provides healthy snacks of fruit and vegetables. She talks to them about what they are eating and encourages them to have regular drinks. The childminder is aware of children's dietary needs and allergies, and ensures they are respected. Children develop their physical skills well as they have daily opportunities for exercise and fresh air. They enjoy time at the park playing on a variety of equipment, go for walks, visit soft play areas and also play in the secure garden. Finer movements are encouraged through play and routine activities. For example, peeling a banana at snack time or using dining utensils.

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

Good care is taken to safeguard children. The childminder has a clear awareness of the action she would take if she was concerned about a child. Children learn about safety as they undertake their play. For example, they learn about road safety, car safety as they wear seat belts in the car and how to use the play equipment appropriately in the park. Sensible measures have been taken throughout the premises to promote safety, including planning and practising an evacuation procedure. Regular risk assessments are undertaken, ensuring the environment and resources are safe and suitable for children to use. The childminder considers individuals and takes appropriate measures to manage risks relevant to them. For example, she ensures young children wear reins if they go for walks near roads.

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provision

The childminder has a well-developed understanding of her responsibilities in meeting the learning and development and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Policies and procedures are shared with parents prior to children starting. Important relevant information about children and their families is recorded. This enables the childminder to understand individual need and offer appropriate care. Required documentation to support children's safety and well-being, including accident and medication records, are maintained. In addition to this, good care is taken to promote confidentiality.

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provision

The childminder's self-evaluation process indicates she has a clear vision of the areas she would like to develop in order to improve outcomes for children. For example, she plans to improve her garden to enable children to explore and use their imaginations outside. She also intends to continue to read and develop her knowledge about development and behaviour.

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provision

Positive feedback from parents provides clear evidence that she is improving outcomes for the children in her care. The childminder communicates with parents verbally each day and is happy to share her records with them at any time. Comments from parents indicate she is supportive and helpful and willing to work with other professionals for the benefit of the children in her care. She recognizes the individuality of each child and the importance of adapting to meet their needs.

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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 EY303615 Local authority Windsor & Maidenhead Inspection number 814891 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 2

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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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