Childminder in Luton

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 March 2015 27 February 2012

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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

 The childminder effectively uses a variety of teaching methods in the activities she provides for children. For example, she introduces shape and size while children play with a selection of dried cereals.  The childminder takes every opportunity to reinforce learning. For example, children are encouraged to develop their mathematical skills as they cut their bananas into four pieces when preparing a snack.  The childminder works in close partnership with parents. She makes sure she talks to parents about their children's progress and uses daily diaries for the younger children. As a result, parents know how key routines, such as, sleeping, nappy changes and mealtimes, have been managed.  The childminder regularly updates her already good knowledge and understanding of how children learn by attending training courses and workshops. She enthusiastically introduces different ways for children to learn, such as uninterrupted play with natural

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This provision is good

objects. Consequently, children quickly learn about the world around them.  Children feel happy and emotionally secure in the childminder's care as she quickly builds up a trusting relationship with them. They seek reassurance and support from the childminder as they play. Consequently, children actively explore and make good progress as they learn.  The childminder has good partnerships with other settings that children attend. She shares information about children's individual progress to ensure there is continuity of learning for them.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On some occasions, the childminder does not target activities to focus more precisely on the very specific next steps in children's individual learning.

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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

 focus even more precisely on children's next steps in learning through the already good interactions and activities provided.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's house and talked with the childminder and children.  The inspector viewed the areas of the premises and garden used for childminding.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning information, evidence of the suitability of household members, and a range of other documentation including the safeguarding procedures.  The inspector took into account the views of parents as recorded in written questionnaires.  The inspector read the childminder's self-evaluation form.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a very good understanding of how children learn. Consequently, children consistently move to the next stage in their development. The childminder confidently offers challenge in children's learning, such as encouraging them to add detail to their sentences as they add new words to describe texture and size. For example, children stroke stone eggs and sponges before they describe how they feel on their skin. Activities and resources cover all areas of development enabling children to actively learn and make good progress in their development. However, the childminder does not always focus precisely on children's very specific next steps to ensure the most targeted learning constantly takes place. The childminder makes sure that children have the skills they need to help them at school or nursery. She teaches them to use a pencil, cut with scissors and recognise numbers and letters.

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good

The childminder encourages parents to bring their children to play for short periods before they start to regularly attend the provision. Through this, children begin to form a strong relationship with the childminder, and are familiar with the house and garden before they are left for long periods. Consequently, children settle very quickly and feel secure in the childminder's care. The childminder gently reminds them to share and take turns and to be kind to each other. As a result, children behave very well. Children enjoy helping to sweep the playroom floor after they have finished a messy activity. They also learn to wash their hands and put on their shoes and coats. Consequently, the childminder supports them to quickly develop skills to become independent. The childminder supports them to make healthy lifestyle choices. This includes taking regular exercise, playing in fresh air and eating a balanced and nutritious diet. For example, children enjoy jumping

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good

up and hopping around, as they sing one of their favourite action songs. Through this, children strengthen their muscles and keep fit.

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provision is good

The childminder regularly reviews her robust safeguarding procedures. She understands how to effectively keep children safe from harm. The childminder knows how to report any concerns she has about children's welfare, and is clear about her role and responsibilities to safeguard children. The childminder checks her home and garden every day to ensure that any hazards are minimised. Consequently, children play and learn in a safe, secure environment. The childminder effectively reflects on the care and education she provides through self-evaluation. She regularly asks parents to complete satisfaction questionnaires and finds out from older children which activities and outings they enjoy. The childminder also attends network meetings with other childminders. Through these, the she can share best practice and further enhance her own service. The childminder accurately tracks the progress children make in her care. Consequently, any gaps in development are quickly

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provision is good

identified and addressed, reducing the possibility of significant delay in children's learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY427089 Local authority Luton Inspection number 874500 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 27 February 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011. She lives in Luton. She operates from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder holds a qualification at level 4.

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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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