Childminder in Gloucestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 May 2015 28 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 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 is enthusiastic about her role and provides a homely, nurturing environment for young children. They are happy, enjoy their time at the setting, and relish the exciting play opportunities the childminder plans for them.  The childminder has a secure understanding of how children develop and learn. The quality of teaching is consistently good, and is outstanding for pre-school children. Consequently, children make good progress in all areas of learning, acquiring the skills they need to be ready for school.  The childminder is an excellent role model. Children receive lots of praise and encouragement for their good behaviour.  The childminder has a very good knowledge of safeguarding children. She helps them to develop an understanding of keeping safe, so they can confidently move around the environment and stay safe on regular local walks and visits.  Partnership working is good. Parents are very positive about the service provided and

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This provision is good

how their children are progressing.  The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to promoting high-quality provision. She has completed a formal childcare qualification since her last inspection, which has had a significant impact on the learning experiences she offers children. For instance, communication and language development is now a key focus.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not fully developed strategies to encourage parents to be involved in their children's learning at home.  At times, younger children have less choice when choosing the resources they wish to use to extend their own 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

 strengthen partnership with parents so that they discuss, agree and are involved in promoting their children's next steps in learning at home  increase opportunities for younger children to freely choose the resources they wish to use to extend their own learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and interactions between the childminder and the children in the main playroom, dining room, and on a local walk.  The inspector looked at children's information and development records, and discussed how the childminder shares information with parents, carers and shared providers.  The inspector had ongoing discussions with the childminder at convenient times throughout the inspection.  The inspector discussed the childminder's risk assessments, evaluation systems, and a range of policies and procedures.  The inspector took account of parents' views through messages and letters.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has high aspirations for children. She takes careful note of their particular interests when they have free choice play. From these interests she plans further learning opportunities and incorporates activities around the main theme. This keeps children interested and well motivated to learn. For example, following an interest in maps, children made a map of a walk, viewed it first on a computer, and discussed interesting points for learning on the route. For instance, words, letters, number sequences, wild birds, plants, road safety and danger signs. On their return they drew their own large wall map. This effective teaching supports children to make very good progress in their learning and development across all areas of learning. Parents receive detailed information about their child's progress and well-being each day. The childminder assesses children's starting points on entry. However, she does not always discuss these with parents to

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who attend. This is good

agree next steps in development and fully involve them in supporting their children's learning at home.

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good

The childminder provides a warm and secure environment for children, and her vigilant supervision of the children adds to their safety. This promotes children's emotional well- being effectively. The childminder encourages children to make choices and learn to manage personal tasks. This helps build children's independence and confidence. However, at times, younger children have few opportunities to choose the resources they wish to use to extend their own learning. Children benefit from lots of fresh air and exercise, making use of the local environment to extend their learning experiences. This promotes their health and physical development well.

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provision is good

The childminder demonstrates an excellent understanding regarding her responsibility in meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She is clear about what to do if she has any concerns about children in her care and the procedure she would follow. Recommendations following the last inspection have been met. There are very effective risk assessments in place to ensure the environment is always safe for children. There are clear processes in place for working with other providers and liaising with parents if the need arises. Consequently, children receive the support they need to achieve well according to their capabilities. The childminder continually reflects on her childminding service by using a recognised national quality assurance scheme which incorporates children's and parents' views. Examples of children's work, photographs and information in children's records, clearly demonstrate that she promotes learning well across all areas.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY372151 Local authority Gloucestershire Inspection number 829267 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 28 January 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008. She lives in the Elmbridge area of Gloucester. Care is provided on a full- or part-time basis throughout the year, from 7am to 6pm. The childminder has a relevant qualification at level 3. The childminder receives funding for the provision of free early education for children aged two, three and four years.

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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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