Docksey, Donna Marie

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 May 2015 25 November 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

 Teaching is good because the childminder understands how children learn and develop. She plans a challenging range of activities and experiences based on children's individual interests to promote their learning.  The childminder provides children with gentle reminders during play, to help them understand about being kind to each other and taking turns. As a result, children are confident and behaviour is good.  Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder effectively shares information about their child's learning and development. This means children receive consistency in their care and learning.  The childminder reviews her practice and evaluates her setting well so that children continue to receive a good standard of learning and care. Since the last inspection, children now learn about the diverse world around them as they explore other cultures and engage in a variety of activities to learn about different celebrations.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder does not give children enough time to consider and answer her questions during play, to help them develop their own ideas and extend their language.  The organisation of the environment means that children are not always able to choose writing materials and creative resources independently.

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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

 give children more time to answer questions about what they see, think and feel during activities  improve the organisation of the environment to provide more opportunities for children to develop their early writing skills and access a broader range of creative and writing materials independently during play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the downstairs play areas.  The inspector sampled a range of documents, including children's information and learning records, safeguarding procedures, qualifications and training certificates, self- evaluation and a selection of policies and procedures.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector took account of written views of parents provided on the day.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how to engage and capture children's interests. She observes and assesses children's development regularly, to identify and plan for their next steps in learning. The childminder provides effective support for children to develop their communication and language skills. At the inspection, the childminder asked children what snacks a tiger would like to eat if it came for tea. She asked what colour stickers they would like when they made their own tigers. Children develop a very good understanding of number and shape through daily routines and play. For example, they add, subtract, and count everyday objects in their surroundings. As a result, children develop the skills they need for their future learning at school.

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good

The childminder has developed close bonds with children. This means that children demonstrate good levels of belonging and self-esteem. The childminder supports children's developing independence during daily activities and routines. For example, children have good access to most toys and resources. The childminder provides children with a variety of nutritious snacks. They learn about good hygiene practices through planned activities, such as baking. Children have daily opportunities to be out in the fresh air in the garden, local arboretum or at the park. This contributes to fostering their physical development and understanding about keeping healthy.

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provision is good

The childminder is fully aware of her role and responsibility in protecting children in her care. She understands the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child. The childminder has good knowledge of the learning and development requirements and monitors her assessments and planning to ensure children continually make good progress. The childminder actively seeks further training to continue to develop her knowledge and skills. For example, she has attended phonics training at the local school. This means that she is able to improve her practice continuously, for the benefit of children in her care. The childminder has developed good professional working relationships with other providers. She liaises with teachers and local pre-schools on a daily basis. This contributes to supporting all children's progress.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY392785 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 830448 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 25 November 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in June 2009. She lives in Malmesbury, Wiltshire. The setting is open from 8am to 6pm, all year, except family holidays.

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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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