Finn, Kay (Mrs)

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 March 2015 25 January 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 has a good knowledge of how children learn, and helps them to make progress as they play.  The childminder provides opportunities for babies to develop good physical skills, encouraging them as they crawl and begin to become more mobile.  Planning and assessment work well. The childminder makes precise observations of children and plans activities which meet their individual needs.  Children form close, affectionate relationships with the childminder. They feel safe and secure, and develop the confidence to explore the activities she provides.  The childminder works effectively in partnership with other settings children attend. This provides a consistent approach to their learning and care.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Resources are not well organised to encourage children to make independent choices. Toy boxes do not have clear labels to help children learn that words carry meaning and help them develop their early reading skills.  The childminder does not use books, games or growing activities to extend children's understanding of healthy eating.

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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

 organise resources so that children can choose freely and begin to read the labels, to encourage them to develop their early reading skills  develop more opportunities to raise children's interest and awareness of the importance of healthy eating.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder engaged in activities with children.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to on the day and of written comments.  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 provides a good range of activities to promote children's learning and development across all areas of learning. She supports very young children to develop essential skills for their development. For example, the childminder repeats children's language and introduces new words as children enjoy making sounds with musical instruments. The childminder provides activities which interest children and motivate them to learn. The childminder regularly shares information about children's achievements with parents. She welcomes their contributions to children's assessments that enable parents to support their child's learning and development at home. The childminder is a positive role model for children's behaviour. Consequently, they learn the skills they need to share and take turns, and behave well.

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good

The childminder's home is safe and welcoming. Children are happy and relaxed due to the childminder's positive interactions, praise and consistent reassurance. The childminder provides opportunities for children to be active and engage in physical play both in the garden and while on outings to the park. Children benefit from regular trips to toddler groups where they enjoy activities such as messy play. This gives them access to a wider range of learning experiences, and develops their confidence and social skills. Consequently, children are well prepared for the move to nursery or school.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure understanding of her responsibilities to safeguard children. She implements policies and takes sensible precautions around the home to promote children's health, safety and well-being. The childminder regularly seeks the views of parents and children so that she can continually improve her practice and is committed to providing good-quality provision. She attends training and reviews and researches activities and resources to ensure children benefit from fresh ideas and up-to-date knowledge. The childminder keeps a close check on how well the children are doing in their learning and shares this with parents. Effective systems for monitoring children's progress result in prompt and effective support for children who need additional help. Parents feel supported by the childminder and comment that they are fully informed about what the children have been doing and achieving. They appreciate her care and say that

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provision is good

children are treated as part of the family.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY233233 Local authority Devon Inspection number 832818 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 25 January 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder has been registered since 2003. She lives with her husband, adult son and daughter in Ivybridge, Devon.

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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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