Childminder in Central Bedfordshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 January 2015 20 October 2010

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 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 very good understanding of how young children learn. She closely matches activities to children's interests. As a result, children are well-motivated and eager to learn.  The childminder listens carefully to children and supports their ideas as they play. For instance, when children pretend that the toy cars have broken down, she suggests that they fetch their toolkit. This effectively extends children's ideas as they enthusiastically find the toy hammer and drill to fix the toys.  The childminder sits on the floor with children so that she can engage with them at their own level. This promotes children's confidence and self-esteem as it shows them that they and their play are valued.  The childminder is clear about her role in safeguarding children and is aware of the action to take and whom to contact should she have any concerns regarding their welfare.  The childminder builds strong relationships with parents, enabling them to work in

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This provision is good

partnership to support children's well-being and care needs. Therefore, children settle quickly into her care and form secure attachments.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder is not always successful in involving parents in sharing more detailed information about their child's learning and development on entry, to support her in planning optimal learning experiences from the start.

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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

 strengthen the arrangements for involving parents in children's learning, for example, by encouraging them to share more detailed information about their child's development, in order to plan optimal learning experiences from the start.

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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 reviewed an activity with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents as provided through written questionnaires and feedback.  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 carries out regular observations of children's learning and development and keeps good records of their achievements. She uses this information to plan activities and experiences that will further support their progress. As a result, children make good progress in line with age-related expectations. When children start attending the childminder's setting, parents provide information about their child's interests and their likes and dislikes. However, this does not yet consistently include parents' observations of their child's stage of learning and development, so that activities can be even more closely matched to children's needs from the very start. The childminder provides a good range of age-appropriate resources and activities from which children can choose freely. The childminder uses everyday opportunities to teach children about colour and number. She also supports children as they begin to recognise and write their letters. This means that

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who attend. This is good

children's literacy skills are promoted and they are well prepared for the next stage of their education, such as nursery and school.

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good

The childminder provides a warm, homely environment, which enables the children to feel relaxed and emotionally secure. Her genuine care for the children is evident. She engages children in meaningful conversations about their interests and their activities. Children develop confidence and self-esteem as a result of the childminder following their interests and providing activities for them that are engaging and enjoyable. The childminder maintains a detailed daily diary for each child. She is a positive role model who talks to children in a respectful and gentle manner. Consequently, children are happy and their behaviour is excellent. Children receive plenty of fresh air and exercise as they play outside or visit the local park each day. This promotes their physical health and well-being. The childminder takes the children to group activities where they have the opportunity to play with a larger group of children. The childminder places a strong emphasis on helping

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good

children to become independent in preparation for school. She ensures that children have the practical skills they need at school, such as, being able to dress themselves and feed themselves at lunchtime. This means that children can approach their new settings with confidence because they can manage their own hygiene and personal needs.

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provision is good

The childminder works effectively alongside other settings that children attend. She shares information with relevant professionals so that children's learning is well supported. She finds out what children are learning at their other settings so that she can support this further with follow-up activities. The childminder is committed to providing a good quality service to the children and their parents. She completes a self-evaluation form and works with the local authority adviser to reflect upon and improve her practice. This means that her provision is continually improving.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY402295 Local authority Central Bedfordshire Inspection number 996761 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 20 October 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2009 and lives in Leighton Buzzard. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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