Childminder in Wiltshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13/10/2014 07/10/2010

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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 make good progress in their learning and development because the childminder plans a range of activities that meet their individual needs and interests.  The childminder effectively promotes children's communication and language development.  The childminder meets children's personal, social and emotional needs well. Consequently, children are happy, settled and the relationship between the childminder and the children is good.  The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of safeguarding to help protect children and promote their welfare.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 The childminder does not make full use of resources to support children's early reading skills and awareness of print in the environment.  The childminder has not fully developed effective systems of gathering information from parents about children's achievements at home, to help enhance her planning for children's learning and development.

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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 children's assessment records, planning documentation and a selection of policies and procedures.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector talked to the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents from written feedback.  The inspector observed children during play and activities.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2010. She lives in the village of Biddestone, Chippenham, with her husband and two children. Most of the house is available for childminding and there is a downstairs toilet for children to use. The childminder has a back garden for outdoor play; she also takes children to the local park and on country walks. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She currently has six children in the early years age range on roll. The family have three kennel dogs, two ferrets and some chickens.

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

 strengthen the information collected from parents about children's on-going achievements at home, to inform the planning of activities and experiences for children's next steps in learning

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

 extend learning opportunities for literacy within the play areas to fully support children's developing awareness that print and symbols carry meaning.

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who attend

Children make good progress in their learning and development because the childminder plans a range of activities that meet their individual needs and interests. She makes careful observations of children during play and activities, and uses this information effectively to identify children's next steps in their learning. During the induction process, the childminder gathers initial information from parents about their child's care and learning needs. However, she is not consistent in gathering information from parents about children's achievements at home to inform her planning of activities and experiences to extend children's learning further. Nevertheless, a well-balanced mix of child-led and adult-initiated play ensures children are gaining the most from every learning experience. In addition, the enthusiastic interactions of the childminder help to keep children engaged and stimulated. For example, the childminder used voices and different

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who attend

tones for characters during small-world play. She supports children's language development and imagination well by encouraging them to engage in storylines and to think about what their characters may say or do.

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who attend

Children are developing an understanding of the world they live in and the different jobs that people do. For example, the childminder uses toys as props to talk with the children about how the lollypop person helps children to cross the road safely and how post people deliver the mail. The childminder further extends this by exploring different forms of transport, the colours of traffic lights and what each of them means. Children develop social skills as they learn to cooperate and share, such as while building the small-world town. Children develop physical skills as they use small-muscle movements to piece together the large train track.

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who attend

Children develop mathematical skills, such as shape and size through puzzles, and engage in counting for a purpose as they sing rhymes. The childminder further supports children's critical thinking using rhymes and action songs. For example, she asked them to think about how many monkeys are left, after each one has disappeared. Children smiled with pride as they gave the correct answers and the childminder rewarded them with praise. This effectively supports children's confidence and developing self-esteem.

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who attend

Children are beginning to develop skills in literacy. The childminder provides books in a low-level box, and reads stories to the children daily. However, she does not incorporate print into other areas of the environment, such as labels on resources. Consequently, this does not maximise children's early reading skills and awareness of print in the environment.

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

Children demonstrate they feel safe and happy with the childminder, who provides good support for the children and ensures she meets all their welfare needs. The childminder follows home-care routines, such as nap and meal times, which provide continuity of care and supports the well-being of children. Strong and trusting relationships enable children to settle well and to develop confidently. Children's behaviour is good due to the positive interactions of the childminder. She uses clear explanations and guidelines for the children to follow. Children receive consistent praise for their achievements, which supports their personal, social and emotional well-being and helps them to feel good about themselves.

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

The childminder promotes children's independence effectively by encouraging them to make choices about activities and resources. She supports them in developing self-care skills to prepare them for school, such as putting on their own coats and shoes, and taking themselves to the toilet. The childminder teaches children how to keep themselves safe and healthy, for example, by washing their hands and reminding them to be careful when climbing on furniture. The childminder keeps her home and reviews her risk assessment regularly. In addition, the childminder completes regular fire drills with the children so all children develop an understanding of how to evacuate the house safely in the event of an emergency.

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

The childminder supports children's understanding of healthy eating and healthy lifestyles effectively. She provides children with a choice of healthy meals and snacks, including a good range of fresh fruit and vegetables. She provides drinks regularly to ensure children stay hydrated and encourages the social aspects of sharing a meal as the children sit together at the table. The children benefit from, and enjoy, outdoor time daily in the fresh air, which promotes their well-being and physical development.

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provision

The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibilities to meet and maintain the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She is aware of the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk, and the procedures to follow should she have child protection concerns. The childminder has first-aid training and clear procedures for administering medication. Risk assessments are in place to ensure children remain safe in the home and when on outings, promoting the well-being of all children in her care. The childminder retains all the required records and documents and keeps an accurate record of the children's attendance. The childminder provides parents with a good range of policies and procedures including information about how to make a complaint should the need arise.

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provision

The childminder evaluates her practice and thinks about the positive changes that she can make to improve outcomes for children. For example, she has recently embarked on a diploma in childcare and is eager to begin to apply this new learning material into her day- to-day practice. Parents share their views through verbal feedback and through regular questionnaires. The childminder uses this information effectively to help improve the service that she provides. Additionally, the childminder has regular contact with the local childminding officer who helps to assess her practice, highlight areas of focus and to help maintain good standards of care.

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provision

Children receive consistency of care as the childminder shares information daily through using diaries and discussions. She invites parents to view their children's learning journal at any time, which keeps them informed about their children's developmental progress along with the required progress checks for two-year-old children. Written feedback from parents states they are 'happy with the care their children receive' and 'the range of activities they take part in'.

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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 EY406874 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 844977 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 6

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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

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

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