Baker, Beverley

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 June 2015 22 September 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 very well organised and meets children's needs effectively. Therefore, children demonstrate confidence and independence as they try new activities and experiences.  The childminder is very caring and gives children her full attention while also providing a secure and nurturing atmosphere. Children demonstrate that they are extremely happy and settled in this interesting environment.  Children benefit from the childminder's natural ability to interact and encourage learning.  Children are developing good communication and language skills. They are articulate and confident as they play alongside their friends and in their interactions with the childminder.  The childminder organises activities which are varied and often follow children's interests. As a result, children are interested in their learning and make good progress in all areas.  Children are helpful, kind and develop good social skills.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently gather in-depth information from parents about children's learning and development when they first start at her setting, to extend children's achievements.  The childminder encourages children to be safe and healthy. However, she does not always give them clear explanations about why certain precautions are necessary, to fully develop their 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 the two-way flow of information with parents, to consistently gather more in-depth information about each child's experiences at home when children first start, in order to fully involve them in their children's learning and development  improve interactions with children during routine activities to further promote their learning about ways to keep healthy and safe.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's learning records, planning documentation, the self- evaluation form and a selection of policies and procedures.  The inspector took account of the views of many parents who left testimonials seen by the inspector on the day.  The inspector observed the childminder interacting with the children.  The inspector read reports from the local authority advisers.

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who attend. This is good

The quality of teaching is good. As a result of the sensitive support they receive from the childminder, children become involved in their play and learning, and develop good concentration skills. The childminder interacts extremely well with children, stimulating all areas of their learning. She encourages children to count and talk about numbers and letters, shapes and sizes during activities. She provides opportunities for children to develop their physical skills when they attend groups or visit the park. The childminder provides forms for parents to complete before their children start and gains some information from them about children's routines. The childminder makes good quality observations and gets to know children well. Regular exchanges of information about children's achievements and frequent discussions with parents contribute to children's assessments and support their learning at home. This enables the childminder to set

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who attend. This is good

targets for each child to make sure that they maintain good progress.

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good

The childminder's home is safe and welcoming. She uses frequent praise and encouragement, and children behave very well. They learn to share and take turns and to care for younger children. Older children learn to play together and form good friendships. Children develop positive attitudes to others as they play with resources to encourage learning about differences. They benefit from trips to local groups where they develop their social skills and confidence. These experiences prepare them for the next step in their life, such as starting at pre-school or school.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure knowledge of the learning and development requirements, and how to safeguard children. She is aware of the signs that may cause her to be concerned about a child's welfare. She reviews risks in the environment and involves children in keeping the home safe and tidy. Effective record keeping and the implementation of clear policies and procedures underpin the childminder's good practice. She has good systems in place to plan and review her implementation of the learning and development requirements, to ensure that children are making good progress. She is reflective and has successfully evaluated what is working and what needs to improve. She identifies and seeks out future training opportunities and makes improvements to her practice which benefits all children in her care. Good partnerships with parents, and other professionals and settings, provide consistency in care and learning for all children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 144775 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 846641 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 22 September 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1994. She lives near the centre of Salisbury, Wiltshire. She offers care each weekday throughout most of the year.

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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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