Childminder in Windsor and Maidenhead

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 June 2015 22 January 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 quality of teaching is good. The childminder organises a range of activities based on the children's interests and next stages in learning. As a result, children are motivated and make good progress.  The childminder has good relationships with parents. She constantly shares information, which supports children's learning at home.  A warm and nurturing relationship with the children ensures children feel happy and emotionally secure.  The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibility to keep children safe. She uses effective risk assessments for all areas of her home and all outings, to help keep children safe.  The childminder consistently promotes an understanding of a healthy lifestyle. Children have well-balanced diets and follow good hygiene routines.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not always have the opportunity to make their own decisions or think for themselves during their play.  Children's early literacy skills are not always fully extended across the setting to fully enhance 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

 use questions to encourage and strengthen children's thinking skills  help children to extend their literacy skills across the learning environment.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector carried out a tour of the premises with the childminder.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about children's engagement in activities and their development and progress.  The inspector observed the childminder engage in a variety of learning experiences with the children.  The inspector looked at a selection of documentation, including children's learning journals, records and written policies.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the learning and development requirements. She focuses on the children's interests and stages of development and follows their lead to extend and challenge their learning as they play. Children develop a good mathematical awareness through activities related to number, shape and colour. They concentrate successfully in their chosen activities and learn new skills, such as completing jigsaw puzzles. Children enjoy painting activities, developing their creativity and early writing skills. The childminder shares regular information about children's achievements with parents and parents contribute to their children's ongoing assessments and progress records. As a result, parents keep up to date with the progress their children are making.

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good

The childminder is kind and caring. She acts as a positive role model, helping children to understand how to share and take turns. This ensures that they behave well. Furthermore, the childminder gives lots of praise and encouragement, which boosts children's self- esteem and confidence. Children demonstrate good levels of independence during snack time and learn the importance of healthy eating. They help to wash and cut up their own fruit, and gain an understanding of portion size. Children have daily opportunities to develop their physical skills as they enjoy outings to the park and play in the garden. Children regularly visit activity groups in the local community. This develops social skills, which prepares children for the move on to nursery or school.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She regularly updates her safeguarding policies and has a clear understanding of child protection procedures. The childminder is committed to continuous improvement and as a result, her practice has improved since her last inspection. She observes and assesses children's progress well, and as a result, supports their individual needs successfully. The childminder seeks the views of other childminders and accesses training regularly to help improve outcomes for children. For example, she has improved the quality of her teaching to promote children's mathematical development more effectively. The childminder has good working relationships with other professionals involved in children's care, which provides good continuity of care and learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY292158 Local authority Windsor & Maidenhead Inspection number 833818 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 22 January 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2004. She lives in the All Saint's area of Maidenhead, Berkshire. The provision operates Monday to Friday, from 8am to 5.30pm, all year round.

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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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