Childminder in Oxfordshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 January 2015 14 January 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. As a result, children engage in a range of interesting experiences which meet their individual needs and interests.  The childminder's calm and child-centred approach helps children enjoy their time in her provision. They are happy, content and settle easily due to the very close bond and secure relationships established with the childminder and each other.  The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of how to safeguard the children in her care. Her home is safe and secure; she is aware of signs of abuse and knows how to protect children.  Strong relationships with parents ensure they are fully engaged in their children's learning. Their contributions are valued and effectively contribute to the planning and assessment of their children's progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder over-relies on pre-prepared art activities, without giving children good opportunities to express their own ideas and creativity.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 extend the opportunities for children to explore their own ideas and creativity independently by reducing the amount of adult direction during art and craft activities.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents from letters they had supplied prior to the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's records, planning documentation, and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides a varied educational programme that offers interest and challenge across most of the seven areas of learning well. Children show that they can solve problems, make predictions and think critically. For example, a child selects puzzle pieces by looking carefully at the pictures on each piece before fitting them together. A baby snuggles up to the childminder, to enjoy a story, gaining an interest in books from an early age. Children access a varied range of experiences throughout the day which help them learn through active participation. The childminder, through her interaction, gives children the opportunity to think, recall past events and order their thoughts before replying to her good questioning. The childminder completes accurate assessments of children's achievements and interests. She uses this information well to inform future planning and to successfully prepare children for school.

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good

Children settle well. The environment is child-friendly and children can help themselves to the plentiful resources, to initiate and extend their play. The childminder is vigilant in her supervision of the children. She helps children to learn about how to use equipment and resources in a safe way. This positively contributes to children developing a sense of danger and how to keep themselves safe. Children's good health is actively promoted as they enjoy regular outdoor play opportunities. They take part in physical exercise, visit local parks and enjoy healthy and nutritious snacks. The childminder supports children to develop good self-care skills and hygiene practices. Children are calm, independent and display good behaviour. They follow instructions and understand that rules are in place for their own safety. As a result, children display high levels of self-esteem as they play, they talk about what they would like to do and confidently express their needs.

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provision is good

The childminder implements a comprehensive range of procedures to protect children from harm. She promotes children's learning and development well. She identifies and addresses any gaps in children's learning and development as they emerge. There is a good focus on self-evaluation. The childminder accurately identifies the strengths in her provision, as well as areas for further development. She has followed recommendations made at her last inspection and completes regular training to improve her skills. The childminder communicates effectively with everyone involved in children's care and education to promote consistency of care and learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 134582 Local authority Oxfordshire Inspection number 841078 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 January 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1998. She lives with her husband and two older children, in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. The family has a pet dog.

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Telephone number

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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Telephone number

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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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

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