Childminder in Lincolnshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 April 2015 6 August 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

 The quality of teaching and learning is good. Children develop good speaking and listening skills and make good progress in all aspects of their learning in readiness for school. They show good levels of confidence and independence as they make choices about the toys and resources they would like to play with.  The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibilities to protect children in her care and keep them safe. She is clear about the procedures to follow in the event of a concern about a child. This promotes children's safety and welfare.  Children benefit from being cared for in a welcoming, family home where they feel safe and secure. The childminder builds strong bonds with the children in her care and this promotes their emotional well-being very effectively.  The childminder is a good role model. Children behave well because she gives them clear guidance about how to behave, and teaches them to share and to take turns.

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This provision is good

 Children's good health is successfully promoted. They learn about hygiene practices, enjoy healthy snacks and participate in a variety of physical activities, both inside and outdoors.  The childminder has strong partnerships with parents. She is committed to working together with them to ensure continuity of care for children. Parents are kept well informed through daily, verbal communication and they are very happy with the service provided.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children occasionally lack opportunities to further extend their curiosity, explore and investigate the natural world.  The outdoor area is not as stimulating and engaging as indoors. There are fewer opportunities for children to develop their interests and skills in all areas of learning outdoors.

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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 opportunities for children to build on their curiosity to explore and investigate the natural world, for example, by expanding the range of resources on offer to include more natural objects.  provide more opportunities for children to follow their interests and build on their learning when they play outdoors, for example, by extending the range of resources to cover all areas of learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the home that are used for childminding.  The inspector observed children engaged in a variety of activities.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.  The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's training and the suitability of all adults in the household.  The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to on the day of inspection.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder's teaching is good and has a positive effect on the progress children make. Indoors, she provides a suitable range of resources that reflect the children's interests and stages of development, to enable them to extend their knowledge and skills across all areas of learning. However, when children prefer to play and learn outdoors, the garden area is not so well planned and resourced, to promote children's learning. Children enjoy activities that develop their mathematical skills and physical development, for example, engaging in sewing and painting activities. Children are interested in numbers because the childminder and her assistant use opportunities to count and recognise numbers in stories and games. The childminder and her assistant regularly observe the children and use this information to effectively monitor progress and plan next steps in learning. Parents are kept informed of their child's progress and are encouraged to share

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who attend. This is good

information before they start at the setting.

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good

Children are given lots of opportunities to be independent. They get their own drinks, use the toilet by themselves, and tidy away toys. The children follow good hygiene procedures, for example, they wash their hands at appropriate times during the day. The childminder ensures that children have the practical skills they will need at school. Children learn how to behave and develop good manners, for example, they say 'please' and 'thank you' appropriately. Resources are plentiful, and the children have access to them to make choices about their play. However, children occasionally lack opportunities to build on their curiosity, explore and investigate the natural world. Children benefit from regular trips to toddler groups to develop their social skills and confidence. Children have plenty of fresh air and exercise as they play outside or visit the local parks regularly. This promotes their physical skills and encourages them to live a healthy lifestyle.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She monitors children's progress, so that any gaps in development are quickly identified and addressed. The childminder has built good partnerships with other settings children attend and effectively shares information, so that every child is supported well in their learning. The childminder effectively identifies any areas to improve her setting, in order to benefit the children in her care. She has procedures in place to monitor the performance of her assistant to ensure there is a consistency in practice. The childminder links with other childminders to gain ideas and share good practice. She completes mandatory qualifications to ensure she keeps up to date with safeguarding and first-aid requirements and practice. The childminder has positive relationships with parents. In written references, parents highly praise the childminder's service.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 209006 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 865590 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 16

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 6 August 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2000. She lives in Lincolnshire. The provision operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant.

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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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