Cuff, Deona

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 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

 Children settle easily to play because the childminder provides a warm welcome and is attentive to their needs.  The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She plans enjoyable experiences that help children make good progress.  The childminder has a positive approach to developing her practice. She regularly updates her knowledge and skills through training and sharing ideas for good practice. This helps her improve experiences for children.  The childminder maintains meticulous records, which provide her with the information she needs to support children's welfare and development effectively.  Children's safety is prioritised by the childminder. She provides a safe and secure play environment. She understands the safeguarding policy and the steps to follow should she have a concern about a child.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The children have few opportunities to freely explore and create with a range of natural things.

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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

 extend opportunities for children to freely explore and create with a wide range of media and natural materials.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder interacting with the children during activities.  The inspector viewed the areas of the property used by the children and the toys, resources and equipment available for their use.  The inspector looked at a range of documents, including children's records and the childminder's improvement plan.  The inspector read written feedback provided by the parents.  The inspector spoke with the childminder about childcare practice at appropriate times during the inspection.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder gets to know children well and has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She liaises well with parents and shares information about children's activities and their interests. She uses this information to plan effectively for children's progress and to promote learning at home. The childminder provides a wide range of activities that links to children's interests and supports their learning. For example, she encourages children to think about what they use their eyes and ears for as they construct a large outline of themselves. The childminder successfully promotes children's developing speech; repeating and reinforcing words, and introducing more vocabulary. Children are keen to play outside and learn to keep safe and take turns when using the slide. They play skittles with their friends, carefully re-balancing the pins. However, the childminder currently provides few natural objects, such as pebbles and shells, to further extend

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who attend. This is good

children's imagination and creativity. As a result, children's learning experiences are not always as rich as possible. Nevertheless, the quality of teaching is good.

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good

The childminder praises children and builds their self-esteem. This prepares them well for their future learning. Children behave well. They increasingly learn to manage their personal needs independently, for example, when putting their shoes and socks on to go outside. Children benefit from plenty of outdoor play. This helps to prepare them for leading an active and healthy life. The childminder's home is very clean and children learn good hygiene routines when they wash their hands before they eat. The childminder encourages children to try the fruit that their parents provide. This develops children's understanding of healthy eating. Overall, the learning environment supports children's development in all areas.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She takes effective steps to evaluate the provision and secure improvement. She regularly assesses the children's development and the progress they make. The childminder attends regular training and is currently completing a childcare qualification. This training helps her to further extend her skills in childcare and support children's learning. The childminder has developed very good relationships with parents and other providers, and shares her very clear records of children's development with them. This supports continuity in children's care, learning and development. Parents appreciate the support they receive for their children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY421188 Local authority Swindon Inspection number 894705 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 4 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 registered in 2011. She lives in the Sparcells area of Swindon. She offers care Monday to Friday, 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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