Henry, Claire Jayne

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 March 2015 11 May 2012

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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 uses purposeful teaching techniques. Her thoughtful planning means that she offers children a creative variety of play experiences. She interacts well with the children and supports them, so that they make good progress in their learning.  The childminder plans activities and resources that relate to children's interests. These capture children's attention and they are motivated and positive. This prepares them well for school and their future learning.  The childminder maintains good partnerships with parents. She successfully supports them in extending their children's learning. For example, she explains activities that children have enjoyed and offers practical ideas to build on these.  The childminder extends each child's learning as she makes games and resources according to their developmental needs. For example, children have fun and develop early reading and mathematical skills as they match simple cards.

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This provision is good

 The childminder is enthusiastic and continues to develop her childcare practice. She reads relevant journals and completes additional training. This has a positive effect on children as she ensures that her daily procedures support her in promoting their safety, welfare and development.  The childminder supports children well in understanding how to keep themselves safe. For example, they learn how to assess the risks when using large play equipment at the park or in the garden.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always make maximum use of information from parents about their children's progress at home, in order to enrich the activity planning.  The childminder does not always extend children's knowledge of the natural world to the optimum, for example, through the use of natural resources.

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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

 enhance the planning procedures by making greater use of updates from parents about their child's learning and development at home  extend children's opportunities to use a wider range of natural resources inside and outside and to investigate the natural world, for example, through digging and planting.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's house and viewed areas of the home used for childminding.  The inspector talked with the childminder and the children present and reviewed an activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning documentation, evidence of suitability of household members, the childminder's self-evaluation information and a range of other documentation, including the safeguarding procedures.  The inspector took account of the views of parents, as given in their written feedback to the childminder.

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who attend. This is good

Since her last inspection, the childminder has improved activity planning, in order to efficiently promote children's learning. During cooking activities, children learn to follow recipes, weigh ingredients and compare textures. The childminder observes children as they play and carefully assesses this information. She does not always make full use of parents' updates to fully inform the planning and promote children's development to the maximum. The childminder builds on children's interests to extend their learning. After noting that children enjoy puzzles, she offers them more complex ones. Children relish this challenge and the childminder extends it further by encouraging them to talk about the illustrations. Children gain an appropriate understanding of the natural world. They enjoy watching the birds and the childminder helps them to use the internet to research these. However, their knowledge of this area is not always promoted to the maximum, for

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who attend. This is good

example, through the use of natural resources. The childminder successfully supports children in working out new ways to do things. For example, children identifying written numerals on a keypad learn to count in sequence to help identify each number.

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good

The childminder gathers clear information, so that she fully understands each child and consistently meets their needs. This helps them to feel secure and they quickly build warm, trusting relationships with her. She promotes their confidence and supports them well in developing good social and communication skills. She offers sensitive support, so that children feel able to contribute to discussions and to express their views. These thoughtful interactions support children in developing a positive outlook and they are emotionally prepared for school and learning. The childminder is a good role model and demonstrates great care and respect for all. Children mirror this and show genuine concern and affection for each other. Older children actively include younger ones in their play and often stop to give them a gentle cuddle. Children have good opportunities to learn about healthy lifestyles. They enjoy daily exercise and talk about how this benefits

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She refreshes her safeguarding training, so that she fully understands how to identify and report any concerns about children in her care. The childminder's honest, robust evaluation of her practice leads to changes that improve the provision for children. For example, she ensures that the toys reflect children's current interests and are easily accessible, so that children make independent choices. The childminder continuously checks children's progress, enabling her to quickly identify any areas where they need further support. She works well with other childcare settings that the children attend. For example, she exchanges information with pre-schools, so that they can ensure children's care is consistent and their development is promoted.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY439121 Local authority Bedford Borough Inspection number 853977 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Wixams. She operates term time only from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank 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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