Stafford, Lynne

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 June 2015 21 March 2012

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Met 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

 Teaching is good because the childminder understands how to promote children's development during play. As a result, children make good progress in their learning.  Children form good attachments with the childminder, who is very caring and attentive to their needs. This enables the children to explore the environment with confidence.  The childminder strongly promotes the children's well-being. The flexible settling-in routines and shared information with parents help her to plan effectively to meet children's needs.  Children's learning is consistent because the childminder makes sure that she works closely with other settings that they attend to help ensure children's progress is continuous.  Partnerships with parents are very good and ensure children's individual needs are identified from the beginning and well supported. The childminder regularly reflects on her practice and seeks the opinions of parents to consider how she can continually

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This provision is good

improve outcomes for children.  The childminder works effectively to create a welcoming environment where children feel safe and secure. She clearly understands her responsibility in delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage. She knows what to do if she has any concerns about the welfare of a child in her care.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Resources in the garden do not always provide young children with as many highly stimulating experiences to extend their investigations, inventiveness, curiosity and exploration skills as there are indoors.

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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 opportunities to support children's imaginations outdoors by encouraging their inventiveness and curiosity through a range of easily accessible resources that encourages investigation, exploration and can be used in a variety of ways.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and children at play throughout the inspection.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector sampled written observations, planning documentation and a selection of policies and children's records.  The inspector took account of the views of parents and carers through their written comments.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation processes and plans for improvement.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder questions children effectively. She ensures they have free access to a range of toys and resources which are of interest to them. For example, young children are excited to press buttons on toys, look at books and pour water into various containers. The childminder uses play as an opportunity for children to learn about the environment, to practise many physical skills, to make patterns with chalk or to look at books in the cosy tent. These activities make children's learning fun. However, on occasion, the childminder does not always extend opportunities outside to promote children's curiosity, investigations and imaginations to the highest level, through exploring a wider range of materials. The childminder regularly observes and assesses children's learning to plan activities that build on their achievements. She shares these assessments with parents to help promote continuity in children's learning. Children develop persistence because the

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who attend. This is good

childminder supports them to make choices and try things for themselves.

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good

Children have positive relationships with the childminder; they enjoy cuddles, praise and consistent reassurance. The childminder ensures she prepares children for their future learning by giving them many opportunities to be independent and to develop good self- help skills. For example, young children are shown how to operate the tap when washing their hands and are encouraged to place their wet paper towels in the bin. The childminder meets children's individual dietary needs as she encourages children to choose fruit from the fruit bowl at snack time and she provides a variety of healthy meals. Children benefit from an active lifestyle. They visit parks, farms and regular trips to toddler groups to develop their social skills and confidence. The indoor environment is well resourced and welcoming to children. The childminder makes use of simple instructions and is very clear in her expectations. Therefore, children respond well and are keen to

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure knowledge of how to keep children safe and to protect their welfare. She regularly reviews risks in the environment and on outings. She continually renews her safeguarding training. She has organised documentation that underpins and supports children's learning and well-being. The childminder is committed to promoting good-quality provision for children and their parents. She effectively evaluates what is working and what needs to improve. The childminder regularly seeks the views of parents through questionnaires and uses these to further reflect on her good practice.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY357819 Local authority West Berkshire (Newbury) Inspection number 892744 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 21 March 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2007. She lives in Thatcham, Berkshire. She operates Monday to Friday, 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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