Childminder in Lincolnshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 February 2015 8 March 2012

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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 provides a stimulating and well-resourced playroom where children can play and explore independently. As a result, children remain inspired to learn.  The childminder demonstrates good teaching techniques. She appreciates that children learn at their own rates and in their own ways.  The childminder prepares children well for starting school. She encourages independence and develops children's confidence skills as part of her daily routine.  The childminder visits clubs and groups in the local environment to develop children's appreciation of people and communities. In addition, these interactions in social situations support children's personal, social and emotional development well.  The childminder is committed to continuing her professional development to improve her knowledge and understanding of good practice. She is working towards a level 3 qualification in childcare.  The childminder keeps children safe and has completed safeguarding training. As a

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This provision is good

result, she is confident in identifying the signs and symptoms of abuse. In addition, she knows what to do if she has concerns about a child in her care.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Partnerships with other settings children attend are not always successful in ensuring there is a cohesive approach to children's learning and development.  The childminder does not always support parents effectively to share information about their child's achievements at home.

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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

 build further on partnerships with other settings children attend so that information about children's progress is consistently shared in order to develop a cohesive approach to their learning and development  support parents more effectively to share information about their child's achievements at home, in order to establish a clear overview of what children already know and can do.

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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 good

The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements. She expertly models being a thinker. Children respond positively to the childminder suggesting she does not know an answer. For instance, the childminder says, 'I'm not sure what a triangle looks like, can you show me?' Activities provided by the childminder inspire children to explore and investigate. They fill and empty pots and recognise numbers in the innovative 'spacescape'. This develops children's physical handling skills and mathematical development in readiness for school. Children demonstrate a love of books and reading as they pick a popular story and read alongside the childminder. Children laugh when the childminder uses an animated voice to engage them. Parents see their own child's records on the childminder's interactive computer system. However, they are not supported well enough to contribute information about what their child is achieving at home. This means

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who attend. This is good

that the childminder does not have a full picture of what children already know and can do, on which to base her planning for their future progress.

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good

Children demonstrate close emotional attachments with the childminder, as they snuggle into her for stories. Children behave well because the childminder is a good role model. During the settling-in session the childminder talks to the parents about her healthy eating ethos. As a result, children's lunch boxes are filled with healthy choices. The childminder has a good relationship with the local school. She takes the younger children to open days and assemblies. This means that children have an early introduction to the school environment. As a result, their eventual move to school is smooth and stress free. The childminder uses routine play to teach children about safety measures. For instance, when role playing the childminder says, 'Be careful, your oven might be hot'. Children get fresh air daily because they can choose to play inside or outdoors. In addition, the outdoor space gives children the opportunity to develop their physical well-being.

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provision is good

Effective planning ensures that the activities provided by the childminder cover all the seven areas of learning. The childminder uses an online computer system to effectively manage the running of her business. For instance, policies and procedures are reviewed and updated regularly. This means that children's safety and welfare remain of utmost importance. The childminder regularly reflects on her service and subsequently sets action plans. A recent project included developing a selection of role-play bags to enhance children's play and learning. These bags are shared with parents to enhance learning at home. There is a wealth of childcare information available for parents on the childminder's noticeboard. Overall, the childminder liaises well with other settings children attend. However, partnerships with some key people have not been developed. This means that information about children's learning and development is not always shared and children

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provision is good

do not benefit from a fully cohesive approach to their learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY422130 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 870157 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 8 March 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in North Hykeham, near Lincoln. Her provision operates all year round from 7am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holiday.

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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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