Stephanie Dawn Venables

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 June 2015 5 May 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 takes every opportunity to develop children's language and communication by actively engaging children in conversation and introducing new words and sounds.  The childminder provides an exciting range of indoor activities and outings which motivate children to learn through their interests and achieve their goals.  The childminder regularly reviews methods of communication with parents and tailors this to ensure effective information sharing.  The childminder offers a safe and secure environment for children of all ages to play and explore together.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Some of the resources in the well-stocked playroom are difficult for children to see and choose independently.  Although children enjoy regular outings, they do not have regular access to the garden which limits their spontaneous outdoor learning and development opportunities.

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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

 increase the range of resources available to the children by making toys in the playroom more visible and easy to access  develop the garden area to increase the opportunity for children to play and learn outside.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder's interactions with children and observed their play and learning.  The inspector sampled documentation including suitability checks, the safeguarding policy and children's development records.  The inspector talked to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides a wide range of exciting opportunities to meet children's interests and promote their development in all areas. During the inspection the children enjoyed playing with a plentiful selection of small toy vehicles. The childminder fully engaged and encouraged the children to talk about the vehicles, moving them in different ways, and consequently developing their language and physical skills. The childminder has a thorough understanding of child development and regularly observes children to help her identify their next steps of development. The play room is well resourced and children are able to access some toys independently. The childminder regularly shares information with parents about children's developmental achievements, including her observations and photographs of them as they play and learn.

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good

The childminder effectively encourages children to join in with routines, such as tidying up and getting ready for outings. The childminder is enthusiastic and encourages children to persevere when trying new challenges and to make their own decisions, such as choosing when to eat snacks. Children are consistently encouraged to make healthy food choices and enjoy fruit. The childminder gives children the opportunity to take risks and takes time to explain potential outcomes, so they learn to stay safe. The children are happy and secure in the homely environment and also enjoy the regular opportunities to go on outings, including a local music group and the play park. The childminder has a good knowledge of child protection and has a thorough understanding of her responsibility to safeguard children.

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provision is good

The childminder monitors all aspects of children's development well and plans the next steps in their learning to ensure they make good progress. The childminder has undertaken additional training which has enhanced her knowledge of food allergies and enabled her to provide safe food choices for children with special dietary requirements. The childminder evaluates her practice well and identifies and addresses areas for improvement. This has included a recent change to information sharing with parents which is more tailored to their individual needs. Since her last inspection, the childminder has communicated well with local pre-schools and is currently linking some of her activities to their themes. This promotes consistency in children's learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY386461 Local authority Devon Inspection number 830004 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 1

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Blackawton, a small village outside Totnes.

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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

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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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