Childminder 136273

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 April 2015 15 September 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 confidently enter the welcoming environment and make choices about their play. They form strong attachments with the childminder and demonstrate that they feel safe and secure in her care.  The childminder's positive interactions support children's learning effectively. She asks questions and provides good commentary and explanations to extend children's thinking and communication skills.  The childminder has developed strong systems to assess children's progress effectively since her last inspection. This means she has good knowledge of children's interests, learning styles and capabilities. Therefore, she is able to plan an exciting range of stimulating experiences.  The childminder monitors her provision accurately to drive continuous improvement. She evaluates her professional development well, accessing relevant training, such as to support children's mathematical skills, to promote good outcomes for all children.

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This provision is good

 Children develop good self-care skills in readiness for their next stage of learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Storage of resources does not always allow children to extend their early writing skills in self-chosen play.  The childminder does not consistently provide children with a clear explanation of possible consequences to enhance their understanding of safe practices.

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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

 make writing materials more accessible for children to use in their self-initiated play  provide children with further explanation of possible consequences to help their understanding of how to keep themselves safe.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children playing, inside and outside.  The inspector had discussions with parents, children and the childminder at convenient times during the inspection.  The inspector considered the written views of parents.  The inspector sampled documentation including children's assessment records, self- evaluation, policies and procedures.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder is skilled at understanding when to step back and let children explore and experiment with the stimulating range of activities independently. She knows when to intervene and maximise learning. For example, children were curious about nature as the childminder took time to talk to them about the insects they found. They were encouraged to investigate further using magnifying glasses, collection pots and tweezers. Children demonstrated good understanding as they talked about their findings, such as, 'I look through the glass to make it big'. The childminder extended their vocabulary well. Parents comment favourably on the childminder's ability to encourage curiosity and their 'vocal confidence'. Children are very interested in exploring homemade alphabet cards prepared following recent training. They identified familiar letters stating, 'That's in my name'. The childminder interacted well to extend children's learning as she identified the letters and

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who attend. This is good

sounds. Children persevere well in tasks, such as completing jigsaws and solving problems independently.

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good

The childminder provides a wide range of activities and toys that entice children to make decisions about their play. Most resources are easily accessible. However, children are not able to reach writing materials so they can use them during role-play. Children have good opportunities to develop their physical skills outside. They negotiated space very well on the scooters. They are confident to take risks as the childminder closely supervises their activities, encourages them to think about their safety and consistently praises their achievements. This develops high self-esteem. The childminder positively supports children's independent skills in readiness for their future learning. Children used knives safely to prepare their healthy mid-morning snack. The childminder reminds children of safe practices, such as to sit down while they are eating. However, she does not fully extend children's understanding by explaining that this is important so they do not choke.

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provision is good

The childminder carries out regular risk assessments of her home and garden to maintain children's welfare. She has good understanding of her responsibilities to report any concerns she has about a child in her care to safeguard their welfare. From accurate self- evaluation and effective monitoring of children's achievements, the childminder identifies key areas for improvement, such as developing children's interests by providing a raised bed for digging and exploration, and extending technological toys. Partnerships with parents are strong and the childminder has good systems for encouraging their involvement in children's care and learning from the beginning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 136273 Local authority South Gloucestershire Inspection number 841167 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 15 September 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1995. She lives in Filton, South Gloucestershire. Childminding takes place on weekdays throughout the year.

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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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