Childminder in Lincolnshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 February 2015 19 April 2012

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is outstanding

 Teaching is outstanding because the childminder has an excellent knowledge of each child's learning and development needs. She plans rich and varied activities that incorporate children's interests and next steps. This inspires children to play and explore.  Children make rapid progress in their communication and language skills in readiness for school. This is because the childminder introduces new vocabulary, reinforces words and provides a narrative as she plays alongside children.  Children clearly relish the time they spend with the childminder. They demonstrate they are extremely confident and self-assured by displaying friendly and sociable traits towards visitors.  The childminder has an excellent understanding of the importance of keeping children safe from harm, and of the safeguarding procedures. Therefore, she is able to clearly explain what actions to take if she has any concerns about children's care, safety and

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This provision is outstanding

welfare.  The childminder is highly qualified and the evidence of this is apparent in her first-class teaching techniques. In addition, the childminder is passionate about continuing her professional development to increase her already first-rate understanding and practice.  The childminder places utmost priority on supporting children with an understanding of healthy practices. Outdoor play is part of the everyday routine, whether in the park or a nature walk around the local area. In addition, these superb outdoor trips contribute to children's physical well-being.

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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

 continue to develop innovative ways to enhance the excellent partnership working with parents to build on the already effective shared approach to helping children to make the best progress possible.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas used by the children.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took into account the views of parents from their written comments.  The inspector looked at children's records and assessments, the childminder's self- evaluation document and a sample of policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and her household.

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who attend. This is outstanding

The childminder has an excellent understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She knows that children learn best through play and first-hand experiences. Monitoring of children's progress is rigorous; therefore, the childminder can track the rapid progress that the children make. She regularly shares children's learning records with the parents. The childminder is eager to develop strategies to include parents even more in the sharing of information from home. This is to ensure she continues to respond to children at all times. The childminder is highly skilled in recognising children's individual interests and providing further enhancements to support their play. For instance, she introduces water to bath a doll for children who enjoy transferring liquid between pots. The childminder significantly enhances children's interest in stories by using an animated voice to engage and enthral

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who attend. This is outstanding

children as she reads a book. Children become deeply involved in role play. This is because the childminder recognises the importance of allowing children the time and freedom to play.

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outstanding

Children behave impeccably because the childminder is an excellent role model. Children experience a wealth of opportunities to visit clubs and groups in the local community. This supports their personal, social and emotional development extremely well. The childminder knows individual children thoroughly and she responds to their emotional needs and routines exceedingly well. As children become tired, the childminder takes them to rest and gently sings a lullaby that instantly soothes them to sleep. Relationships with the local school are excellent. Consequently, children's move to a new setting is a natural progression. In addition, the childminder supports children with excellent strategies to start school, such as independence and self-confidence, to make their move smooth.

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provision is outstanding

The childminder assesses risks and hazards in her home and garden and this ensures children remain safe from harm. Highly effective partnerships with other settings that children attend supports cohesive working exceedingly well. Through planning and assessment the childminder ensures she presents children with a rich and varied programme of activities that cover all the seven areas of learning. Parents comment positively on the service they receive, 'she is very interested in our girls as individuals and genuinely cares for them'. In addition, the childminder reflects extremely successfully on her business and has made excellent progress since the last inspection. She seeks the views and opinions of the parents. Recent changes have included the opportunity for young children to complete their homework when they return from school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY433484 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 870474 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 19 April 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Washingborough near Lincoln. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds Qualified Teacher Status.

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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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