Childminder in Gloucestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 April 2015 14 January 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 Outstanding 1

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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 helps children to form exceptionally secure attachments with her. She meets children's individual needs extremely well so they are very happy and settled.  The childminder skilfully adds further challenge in each activity, offering helpful comments and questions so children progress well in all areas of learning.  Children play in a highly stimulating environment in and out of doors, which promotes their confidence and interest in learning. The childminder makes very good use of local resources, such as a library for children to research their individual interests.  The childminder has a strong commitment to safeguarding children and knows what to do in the event of a concern.  The childminder works well in partnership to keep parents well informed about their children's achievements and development. She liaises closely with other providers so that she offers complementary activities to interest children.

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This provision is good

 The childminder makes good use of a wide range of training and in-depth reflection to evaluate and improve her provision for children's well-being.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently give children time to answer and decide things for themselves to enhance their involvement in learning.  The childminder does not gather some valuable information from parents when children first start to find out more about children's stages of development to get them off to a flying start.

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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 children's learning further by enhancing teaching techniques, including through giving children more time to think, answer and decide things for themselves  gain more detailed information from parents when children first start to assess what they can already do and identify their starting points more precisely.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas where childminding takes place, including the toys, equipment and resources children use, and observed the childminder engage in indoor and outdoor learning activities with children.  The inspector had discussions with the childminder, includingthe use of outdoors, evaluation methods, working in partnership, assessment and planning methods, safeguarding policies and procedures, and a specific activity she supported.  The inspector took account of information in surveys of children's and parents' views, and in letters from parents.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation including the childminder's self- evaluation, children's records and training records.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder's teaching supports children well in all areas of learning. She and parents share much information about children's achievements and interests. This approach helps to promotes children's development and learning effectively. Overall, the childminder challenges children well to think and make links in their learning. For example, children pretend in play with sand as they count their 'Christmas pies' and find these numbers on display. They develop physically as they carefully pour water down tubes, for example. The childminder encourages children to enjoy lengthy conversations to learn new words. She teaches children early reading and writing skills successfully and encourages them to be creative with stimulating materials. The childminder observes children effectively to plan activities that promote their future development. She balances children's choice of play skilfully with varied adult-led activities so they are motivated to learn and

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outstanding

The childminder is extremely effective at helping children feel safe and secure. She forms highly positive relationships with children, always adjusting her praise and reassurance to meet their individual emotional needs. Children develop an excellent understanding of healthy lifestyles. They eagerly sing about washing germs away and learn about nutrition as they help prepare fruit for eating. Children are very active in the garden and on outings to play parks. The childminder provides a very calm and safe environment in which children behave in mature, responsible ways for their ages. They assess risks of situations under supervision, such as when to cross roads. Excellent positive behaviour strategies based on clear explanations help children manage their behaviour well. Children rapidly develop the self-help skills and attitudes they need for their next stage in learning.

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provision is good

The childminder provides good quality care and education. Her accurate assessments lead to focused support to enhance children's learning and address any concerns. The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding and creates environments inside and outside the home that are secure, safe and stimulating. The childminder sets challenging targets for improvement and values views of parents and children as she reflects on her service. As a result, the changes she makes are practical, relevant and effective. She plans to give children even more choices of play activities outdoors. The childminder addressed issues arising from the previous inspection promptly and now, overall, works well in partnership. Parents are highly involved in their children's learning and are strongly appreciative of the provision. The childminder shares much information with other early years settings children attend to promote their well-being.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY263996 Local authority Gloucestershire Inspection number 837278 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 January 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in the Churchdown area of Gloucester. The childminder offers care all day, Monday to Friday. She receives funding for free early education for two-, three- and four-year- old children. The childminder holds a relevant childcare 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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