Childminder in Lincolnshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 April 2015 16 March 2011

p.1

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

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

p.1

This provision is good

 The childminder provides playful learning experiences in meaningful situations. She uses a variety of good teaching skills. As a result, children are engaged and motivated in their learning.  The childminder supports and extends children's vocabulary and communication skills during daily routines and play activities. She actively listens to what they are saying to her and as a result, children are confident communicators.  The childminder provides a stimulating, well-resourced and welcoming environment. Children actively explore a variety of activities outside, where they are encouraged to discover the environment and develop their movement and physical skills.  The children are very comfortable with the childminder because she is sensitive to their emotional needs. Consequently, children have formed strong bonds with her which supports their emotional well-being.  The childminder provides a safe and secure environment. She is attentive to all aspects

p.1

This provision is good

of children's safety and has a good understanding of what action she would take if she had concerns about a child's welfare. This means that children are kept safe at all times.  The childminder shares information about children's progress with other providers where the children also attend, for example, teachers at the local school. This helps to meet children's individual needs and prepares them for their move to school.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently encourage parents to share enough information about their children's development when they first begin to attend her provision.  Children sometimes do not have sufficient time to develop their own ideas and to think for themselves as the childminder occasionally over directs their play.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 review the initial information collected from parents, so that it includes what children already know and can do, to further support accurate assessments of children's starting points  make sure that children are given more time and opportunities to develop their ideas and critical-thinking skills during their self-initiated play.

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and interactions between the childminder and children in the kitchen, conservatory and garden.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection and discussed children's learning opportunities with the childminder.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at a selection of policies and procedures which included safeguarding and behaviour, and evidence of suitability checks.

p.2

who attend. This is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She observes children to find out where they are in their development and how and where they learn best. Consequently, she successfully offers relevant next steps in planned and spontaneous learning. The childminder skilfully adapts her teaching style so that children of different ages are all making good progress in their learning. She promotes children's communication by listening to what children have to say and responds well to develop their conversation. The childminder uses good questioning during planned learning activities, which helps children to think about possible answers. However, she occasionally joins in too quickly so that children are not able to fully develop their own ideas. The childminder regularly shares information with parents about their children's learning. She does not, however, gather enough information about what children know and can already

p.3

who attend. This is good

do when they first join her. Children are well supported in all areas of learning. For example, when tasting different fruits, they are asked to recall which fruits they have tried so far. They sort and share the fruit, explore the different colours and textures and count how many pieces they have. The childminder challenges them to see if there is enough left in the bowl for them all to have another piece. These skills will support future learning.

p.3

good

Children are extremely comfortable and well settled with the childminder. The well organised indoor and outdoor environments promote both independence and learning. Independence is further fostered as children competently manage their own personal needs. The childminder talks to the children about a new child that has recently started to attend but is not there that day. This skilfully integrates the child into the family of children that attend. Children remember that she is only small and talk about keeping her safe. The childminder is calm and consistent. Good relationships with parents mean that she is aware of any changes that may affect behaviour, for example, children that have not slept well the night before. Consequently, behaviour is good and children are emotionally prepared for learning.

p.3

provision is good

The childminder has a good knowledge of the learning and development requirements and how to keep children safe. She completes statutory assessments and effectively monitors children's progress. The childminder reviews and reflects on her practice and the environment as she is keen to improve her provision. She takes positive steps to enhance her knowledge and undertake training. The childminder meets with other early years professionals and keeps up to date with recent guidance and new initiatives.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number 208928 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 865580 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

p.4

Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 16 March 2011

p.4

Telephone number

The childminder was registered 1991 and lives in Lincoln. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

p.4

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.

p.4

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.

p.4

Telephone number

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way. To receive regular email alerts about new publications, including survey reports and school inspection reports, please visit our website and go to ‘Subscribe’.

p.5

Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

p.5