Childminder in Devon

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 June 2015 8 February 2010

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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 has a secure knowledge of how children learn through play. She provides a wide range of interesting activities which help children to make good progress.  The childminder uses effective teaching methods during activities to help children develop new skills. This supports them to become ready for the next steps in their learning and starting school.  Children follow good hygiene routines, and enjoy healthy snacks and meals, which promote their good health.  The childminder takes children on regular outings and they attend toddler groups. This gives children access to a wider range of resources and activities, and encourages them to socialise with others.  The childminder implements clear policies and procedures which she shares with parents. These include comprehensive safeguarding procedures to promote children's welfare and safety.  The childminder is reflective and regularly reviews her practice. She consults parents

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This provision is good

and children to help to identify improvements to the service she provides.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Overall, children develop skills in literacy and mathematics because the childminder helps them to say letter sounds and to count during play. However, there are fewer opportunities for children to see letters and numbers around them to reinforce and develop this aspect of 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

 provide more opportunities for children to see print in the environment during play so that they begin to recognise letters and numbers, and develop their literacy and numeracy skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children engaged in activities with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at planning and children's assessment records, and a range of other documentation including policies and procedures.  The inspector took account of the views of parents in written comments.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder promotes children's development across all areas of learning during routines and play activities. The childminder assesses children's needs by making regular observations of them as they play. This enables her to plan interesting activities. As a result, children are confident and become motivated to learn. Children concentrate for long periods of time as they pretend to make dinosaur food from play dough. This encourages their imaginative play and develops their fine motor skills in preparation for early writing. Children are able to choose to play inside or outside and are excited as they wash the ride-on cars, cooperating together and developing their physical skills. They discover how to make more bubbles, fostering their curiosity. The childminder interacts playfully, repeating what they say and introducing new vocabulary to promote their communication and language skills. Children develop good levels of confidence and self-

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who attend. This is good

esteem because the childminder is always nearby to give praise and support.

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good

The childminder's home is welcoming and resources are well-organised. She forms affectionate bonds with the children that promote their well-being and they enjoy exploring the activities on offer. The childminder is a good role model and promotes sharing and taking turns. Children are considerate and caring towards each other, and cooperate well during activities. The childminder gathers useful information from parents from the start and has regular conversations with them so she can follow their children's familiar routines. Children enjoy healthy snacks and are physically active. Consequently, they begin to understand the importance of healthy lifestyles.

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provision is good

The childminder completes comprehensive risk assessments and takes positive precautions to keep children safe. She updates her knowledge through training and research, and meets with other childminders for mutual support. As a result, children benefit from new play experiences. For example, they enjoy using newly made sensory materials which encourage exploration and develop creative skills. The childminder evaluates her practice successfully and she has addressed the recommendations from her previous inspection well. She monitors children's progress to identify and address any gaps in their learning. The childminder keeps parents well informed about their children's learning, helping them to promote learning at home. Partnerships working with other settings and schools children attend are effective. This shared approach supports children's development and well-being, promoting consistency in their care and learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY340288 Local authority Devon Inspection number 828366 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 8 February 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in a residential area of Ivybridge, Devon. She operates flexible hours throughout 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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