Childminder in Herefordshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 June 2015 29 April 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

 Children are making good progress in their learning and development. This is because the childminder uses a wide range of teaching strategies and completes regular observations of children playing.  Children have warm, close relationships with the childminder. Consequently, they are happy, well settled and have growing levels of independence.  The childminder has a very good knowledge and understanding of her role and responsibilities in protecting children. She is aware of the procedure to follow should she have concerns about a child's welfare or well-being.  Children benefit from the effective partnerships that exist between the childminder and their parents. This ensures children's individual routines and specific needs are monitored closely.  The childminder monitors and evaluates her childminding practice effectively.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not thought of different ways to regularly share children's next steps with parents.  Children do not always have enough opportunities to practise their writing skills outdoors.

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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

 extend partnership working with parents so that there is a more effective method of sharing information about children's next steps, in order to support their child's learning at home  enhance opportunities for children to develop their early writing skills in the outdoor area.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder engaging with children in a range of learning activities.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and engaged with children during the inspection.  The inspector looked at documentation, including a selection of policies and procedures and children's learning records. She also checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and the suitability of all persons in the household aged over 16 years.  The inspector looked at and discussed the childminder's improvement plans and self- evaluation form.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a clear understanding of how children learn. She uses her knowledge well to observe, teach and effectively plan for all children's learning needs. As a result, children make good progress in their development and are acquiring the skills needed to prepare them for school and their future learning. The childminder seeks relevant information from parents regarding children's starting points. She speaks to them before children start attending, asking about each child's likes and interests. As a result, children settle quickly into her home because she can provide activities that interest them. A wide range of toys are available to support their learning. However, children do not have sufficient opportunities to develop their mark-making skills while outdoors to support their early writing skills. Children's communication skills are promoted well. The childminder engages them in meaningful conversations throughout the day. She takes an active role in

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who attend. This is good

children's play and asks questions to keep them engaged and extend their conversations.

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good

The childminder provides a safe, welcoming and homely environment. Children have formed strong bonds with the childminder and have a good sense of emotional well-being. The childminder manages the settling-in process well. She offers gradual visits, which promote children's emotional well-being and security. Children are happy and confident in the childminder's care. The childminder follows good hygiene procedures to ensure that children's good health is assured. Their physical development is further promoted as they benefit from regular fresh air and exercise in the childminder's garden. Children behave well because the childminder gives them gentle reminders about acceptable behaviour. Children learn to share and take turns. They also develop their social skills and confidence as they make new friendships through visiting local toddler groups.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She regularly assesses what children are learning. As a result, any gaps in learning can be identified and acted on. The childminder observes children and identifies priorities for the next steps in their learning. However, this information is not always regularly shared with parents so that they can support their child's learning at home. The childminder has developed effective relationships with other settings, including the local primary school. This helps to promote the continuity of children's care and learning. The childminder takes positive steps to enhance her and her assistant's knowledge and undertakes training. She regularly meets with other childminders to share good practice. The childminder assesses her own practice, identifying her strengths and areas for development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 223303 Local authority Herefordshire Inspection number 866078 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 29 April 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1997 and lives in Brimfield, North Herefordshire. The childminder occasionally works with an assistant. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and 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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