Carter, Abigail

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 February 2015 25 February 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 establishes strong and effective partnerships with parents. This means there is a consistent approach to children's emotional well-being and their learning and development.  Children have a trusting relationship with the childminder. Consequently, they play confidently, enjoy learning and make good progress in their development.  Teaching is good as the childminder offers activities that are linked to their interests resulting in children who are eager to learn.  The childminder uses her teaching skills to develop children's communication and language effectively. She engages them in purposeful conversation and extends their vocabulary during their play.  Children are developing good levels of independence because the childminder encourages and supports them in managing tasks for themselves.  The childminder has clear expectations and encourages children to play together. Consequently, children behave well.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not always have everyday opportunities to explore their senses using materials, such as paint and glue.  The full range of resources is not always available to children in the outdoor environment. This means that children who prefer to learn outside have fewer choices.

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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 use of creative art materials to give children greater opportunities to explore and use their imaginations  increase the range of resources in the outdoor environment to allow children who prefer to learn outside more free choice in their play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder and children in both the indoor and outdoor environments.  The inspector looked at documentation including children's development records and a sample of policies and procedures.  The inspector took account of the views of parents who were spoken to on the day of the inspection.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides a board range of interesting activities to promote children's learning and development across the seven areas of learning. She understands that some children learn best while they play outside, However, the range of resources available in the outdoor environment do not cover all areas of learning. The childminder notices the children's interests and provides resources to extend their learning. For example, children were interested in filling containers so she provided a range of different sized scoops and spades. As a result, children are motivated to learn and concentrate well at their chosen activity. The childminder uses conversations well to introduce new vocabulary and to encourage the development of communication and language skills. This helps children to be ready for their next stage of learning and eventually for school. Children enjoy creative play, but art resources are not available on a daily basis. The childminder collects and

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who attend. This is good

shares with information with parents as children settle in. This helps her to establish and tailor experiences to children's individual needs.

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good

The childminder plans the settling-in visits with the parents. Settling-in arrangements are flexible to meet the individual needs of the children. As a result, children settle quickly. They feel confident, safe and secure in the childminder's care. The childminder provides an interesting indoor learning environment with a good range of age-appropriate resources. Children are encouraged and supported by the childminder to be very independent in their self-care. For example, they put on their own shoes and feed themselves. The childminder provides healthy snacks and meals and is aware of any dietary requirements or allergies so that children's health is well protected. The children frequently help themselves to their water bottles and have regular opportunities to get fresh air and enjoy physical exercise.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure knowledge of the learning and development requirements and how to keep children safe. The childminder has completed safeguarding training and knows what to do if she is concerned about a child in her care. She continues to adapt and improve her assessment and monitoring of children's progress. She regularly exchanges information with parents to ensure the changing needs of the children are met. Parents report that their children are very happy and they feel part of the family. The childminder is keen to improve her practice. She takes on board the views of parents and has recently reviewed and developed her policies and procedures.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY287185 Local authority Bath & NE Somerset Inspection number 847286 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 25 February 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2005. She lives in Peasedown St. John, near Bath. The childminder provides care from Monday to Friday 7am to 6.30pm. The childminder receives funding for the provision of free early education for two-, three- and four-year- olds. She holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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