Mrs Lesley Mary Bishop

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 March 2015 10 June 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

 Children have good learning experiences because the childminder knows them well and tailors her planning to their learning needs.  The childminder works very well with parents, engaging them in children's learning so that they are helped to progress at home and with the childminder.  Children learn to be confident individuals because their relationships with others are strong and their social skills are well developed.  The childminder organises her service in line with legal requirements and implements good practices, which is having a positive impact on her service and outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not fully developed all spaces to support learning and development in a way that allows children to move between environments and access resources easily.

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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

 develop the use of all spaces to increase access for children so they can choose to play, and extend their learning further, in lots of different environments.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children's play and learning in the living area throughout the inspection.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation including: development records, key policies and procedures, training certificates, self-evaluation document and records related to suitability.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of parents' views through discussions and through their letters.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder is confident in her teaching skills. She understands how children learn and where they are in terms of their development. The childminder keeps parents and others informed, working together with them to plan activities across the different areas of learning. She provides activities to follow children's interests and extend what they know so that they are keen to learn and make good progress. The childminder is friendly and encourages children to participate in activities. Children enjoy the interactions they have with her and sit for sustained periods looking at pictures, cutting, and sticking onto a collage. The childminder promotes their communication and language skills well and helps children develop their vocabulary through her ongoing conversations with them. Children are physically active, strengthening hand and wrist muscles and building balance and coordination as they play.

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good

The childminder builds on children's confidence and self-assurance by being a positive role model. She shows them how to behave, to use manners, and befriend other children. They are learning to share and take turns during their games. Children are learning to do tasks for themselves and make their own decisions, which increases their independence. The childminder successfully promotes their good health and safety through her routines and good practice. Consequently, children are learning to eat healthily, be active and to stay safe. The childminder provides a safe and welcoming environment. She makes sure children are emotionally ready to manage change and move between settings; this enables them to develop the skills they need for school.

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provision is good

The childminder has good monitoring and assessments systems in place. This means she is well informed and can guide learning effectively. She has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements and maintains children's welfare and safety well. The childminder reflects on the service she offers and seeks parents' views to help her identify what she needs to do to improve. She maintains her knowledge and skills through training and seeking the support of other childminders, to move forward with ideas. She has a good understanding of safeguarding issues, including suitability issues. She implements policies and procedures that help her maintain good practice. Her strong partnerships with parents and others help to support children emotionally and in all areas of their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 141604 Local authority Milton Keynes Inspection number 841482 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 10 June 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1996. She lives in Olney, Buckinghamshire. The childminder operates five full days a week, including before and after school. She has a home-based 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

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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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