Childminder in Lincolnshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 April 2015 Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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 plans an interesting range of activities that are specific to each child's learning needs. The children make good progress, as the activities are fun and engaging.  The children are encouraged to be fair to one another and have respect for other people's feelings. They behave very well and their emotional development is strongly fostered.  Children are safeguarded because the childminder has an in-depth knowledge and understanding of child protection and the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child in her care.  The childminder works closely in partnership with parents and carers for the benefit of children's care and education.  The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to providing a good quality provision. She has completed a formal qualification, which has a positive impact on the learning experiences for the children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are times when the childminder misses cues from the children that would enable her to enhance their ideas and promote their individual learning even further.

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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

 refine observation skills and strategies to ensure that even more focus is given to identifying and developing children's own ideas in their play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's lounge, kitchen and garden.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at a range of records including children's details, learning information, written policies, the self-evaluation form and a selection of other documents.  The inspector checked evidence of all household members' suitability and the qualifications of the childminder.  The inspector took into account the views of parents through written documentation.

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who attend. This is good

The broad range of exciting and well-planned activities support all children in making good progress. Observation, assessment and planning systems are used effectively to tailor activities to children's individual learning needs. Early literacy skills are developing as stories are read throughout the day and props are used to enable the children to fully interact with them. They are able to engage in mark-making activities, both indoors and out, using a range of materials, such as crayons, chalks and paints. Their communication and language skills are developing as the childminder asks questions that support the children to think and answer in full sentences, explaining and describing what they are doing. The childminder shows that she will follow the children's lead in their play. However, there are times when the childminder misses cues from children that would enable them to direct and develop their play further. For example, a child suggests that

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who attend. This is good

they know what could happen next, but the childminder continues on with the current play. The children learn about the world around them as they grow and plant a range of foods and flowers. All seven areas of learning are covered and children are well prepared, both academically and emotionally, for moving on to pre-school and school.

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good

Young children are cuddled, which supports them in making firm attachments with the childminder. Their individual care routines are followed, ensuring their personal, social and emotional development is fostered. They learn to share and take turns as the childminder is a positive role model and explains what is expected of them. They are respected and are encouraged to make their own choices and decisions in play and to be independent in their self-care skills. Healthy lifestyles are being developed as the children have grown their own fruits and vegetables. They make foods, such as vegetable soup, and are encouraged to try new tastes and textures. The outdoor area is stimulating and offers the children a wide range of physical experiences, including climbing, planting, digging, mark making and water play.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She attends training that ensures children's welfare is safeguarded, such as first aid and child protection. She is well qualified and uses her knowledge to plan and provide an educational programme that meets the learning needs of the children attending. The childminder evaluates the provision well and takes account of the progress children make, to identify where she needs to make changes. This ensures that any identified gaps in the educational provision or learning needs are addressed quickly. The environment is organised to enable children to play safely, because thorough risk assessments support children's welfare. The children are involved in keeping themselves safe through the daily routines. Effective partnerships with the parents, local pre-school and school help to maintain continuity of care.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY458721 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 925139 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 Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2013 and lives in West Rasen, Lincolnshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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