Childminder in Luton

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 March 2015 31 January 2011

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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

 Teaching is good because the childminder provides a language-rich environment for children. She consistently models language, giving children explanations and introducing them to new words and ideas. This promotes children's own emerging language and communication skills well.  Children have good opportunities to get fresh air and exercise in the well-resourced, spacious garden. For example, they play on the slide, balance on small stilts, make pretend cups of tea in the playhouse and twirl coloured ribbons in the wind. This means that all areas of learning are effectively promoted in the outdoor area.  The childminder teaches children mathematical and literacy skills in fun, practical ways. For example, they learn that print carries meaning as they follow a recipe to make cakes. They also learn to count as they measure and spoon out their ingredients. These skills prepare children well for their next stage in learning.

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This provision is good

 The childminder is warm and supportive towards the children in her care. She knows the children well and is skilful and patient in supporting their needs. As a result, children are comfortable in her presence and their well-being is promoted.  The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding. Robust policies and procedures are in place to protect children. This means children's safety is given the highest priority.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasion, the childminder does not sufficiently promote children's own interests by enabling them to develop their own ideas and lead their own learning.  The childminder does not consistently promote children's understanding of good hygiene practices, for example, by explaining to them the reasons for washing their hands before cooking and eating activities.

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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

 provide more consistent opportunities for children to choose activities where they can develop their own ideas and lead their own learning  enhance children's understanding of good hygiene procedures, for example, by explaining more consistently the reasons for washing their hands before eating.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home and discussed them with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents as provided through written questionnaires and feedback.  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 wide range of adult-led activities that promote children's development across all areas of learning. However, occasionally there are fewer opportunities for children to develop their own ideas and lead their own learning. The childminder carries out regular observations of children's learning and development and keeps good records of their achievements. She uses this information to plan activities and experiences that will further support children's progress. As a result, children make good progress in line with age-related expectations. The childminder interacts well with the children. She uses a variety of teaching techniques, such as questioning, explaining and demonstrating to foster children's learning. Children practise their small muscle skills by rolling out and cutting shapes from malleable dough and by mixing and spooning out ingredients. Children choose pictures of familiar characters from nursery rhymes to

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who attend. This is good

indicate which song they want to sing. This promotes their communication and language skills well.

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good

The childminder places high priority on encouraging children's positive behaviour. She teaches children to share toys and resources and to be respectful towards each other and her home. She rewards good behaviour with frequent praise. As a result, children are calm and well-behaved. The childminder provides daily feedback to parents. She shares information regarding learning and care needs in a timely fashion to support effective partnership working. The childminder teaches children about stranger danger and road safety when they go outside the home. Children's independence is promoted as they dress themselves to go outdoors and chop their own fruit at snack-time. The childminder reminds children to wash their hands before eating or taking part in cooking activities. However, she sometimes misses opportunities to promotes children's understanding of good hygiene practices by explaining to them the reasons for doing this.

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provision is good

The childminder monitors each child's progress and tracks their development so that she can identify their strengths and any areas for development. She carries out regular risk assessments on her home and when she takes the children on outings. This minimises any potential hazards to children and means they can play in safety. The childminder attends her local children's centre and local toddler groups. This enables children to socialise with a larger group and have access to an even wider range of learning opportunities. The childminder attends regular training to update her knowledge and skills. She is committed to her professional development and to ongoing improvement and welcomes professional advice from her local authority adviser. The childminder has good self-evaluation processes in place, where she includes the views of children and parents. Parents clearly value the high quality service that they and their children receive and say that they would

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY231330 Local authority Luton Inspection number 869938 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 31 January 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2002 and lives in Luton. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family 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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