Golley-Male, Victoria Anne

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 March 2015 20 December 2010

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is outstanding

 The childminder demonstrates outstanding teaching during her interactions with the children. She knows children extremely well as individuals and provides exceptional support while they take part in the rich range of activities she plans for them.  All children are making rapid progress in their learning because the childminder recognises what they can already do and continually considers how to extend their progress by building on their interests.  The highly effective partnerships with parents means that children receive a very consistent approach to their care and learning. The childminder gathers comprehensive information from parents about their child's interests and achievements at home and uses this well to inform her future planning. Parents report highly positive comments about the care and learning that is provided for their child.  Children are safe because the childminder maintains close supervision during their play.

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This provision is outstanding

She has a strong understanding of the procedures to follow in the event of any safeguarding concerns and she has completed refresher training in this area.  Children are extremely well supported with their developing communication and language skills. The childminder talks to them about what they are doing and reflects their language back to them which helps to consolidate their learning.  Children's personal, social and emotional development is sensitively promoted by the childminder. She continually enables children to share, take turns and to think of others. She skilfully explains to children about how their actions can impact positively or negatively on others and this enables them to understand feelings and make friendships with their peers.  Children have time to play and experiment for extended periods which means they develop skills for their future learning to ensure they are very well prepared for the

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This provision is outstanding

eventual next stage of learning or into school.

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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 already excellent opportunities for children to explore nature and the natural world, for example, by considering ways to explore woodland activities.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the living room, play room and in the childminder's garden.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of parents opinions through written feedback provided.  The inspector looked at children's records, a sample of the policies and procedures and the childminders self-evaluation document and improvement plan.

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who attend. This is outstanding

The childminder demonstrates an exceptional knowledge of how to sensitively support each child to achieve the best they can. Her strong teaching skills enable them to make rapid progress in their learning. She spends time with them playing and exploring the resources, always having new and exciting variations that extend their experiences. For example, children look at displays of animal shapes, which prompts them to choose a book that has pictures of the animals. They then go to the interest table to search for models of the animals. Children initiate many activities themselves. The childminder effectively picks up on these interests and considers how she can extend them further through her planning. She recognises each child's unique learning style and accommodates these most effectively. Children are excited to play in the garden and they are keen to try out all the activities. The childminder has identified different ways to

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who attend. This is outstanding

strengthen children's awareness of the natural world even further through more outdoor activities. Precise assessment of progress is used to finely tune the planning of further activities for each child.

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outstanding

Children build very strong attachments to the childminder. She knows them very well and skilfully anticipates their need for food, rest or changes to the activities. Children approach her for cuddles and reassurance, climbing onto her lap, to which she warmly responds. The childminder is an excellent role model and this significantly contributes to children's understanding of the expectations for behaviour. She speaks clearly and calmly to the children, giving lots of praise through words and positive facial expressions. Children are learning to share and take turns. They are becoming increasingly independent. They know where their coats and shoes are, and they choose their own play materials from the abundant array in the play room. Children are rapidly learning about safety. The childminder helps them learn how to negotiate the step down into the garden and to climb off the trampoline on their tummy, feet first. The childminder meets individual dietary

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outstanding

needs and works very closely with parents on issues such as weaning and toilet training.

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provision is outstanding

The childminder successfully implements the learning and development requirements for each child in her care. She has significantly increased her knowledge of how children learn and progress because she has completed a level 3 qualification. Her increased understanding and confidence has a highly positive impact on her teaching skills. She now plans in a sharply focused way for the children's different learning styles. She knows how all the areas of learning come together through the rich range of activities which motivate children to be curious and interested. The childminder has a strong understanding of safeguarding and of assessing and minimising risks. She regularly updates her policies and this underpins the professional approach to her work with the children and their parents.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY413862 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 851455 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 20 December 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in the Gleneagles area of Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. She operates all year round, from 7.45am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday, except bank holidays. She holds an early years 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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