Butler Wendy Marie

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 June 2015 11 August 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 knows the children in her care well and offers an informal, relaxed approach to learning. This allows children to be spontaneous in their choice of activities. Consequently, children learn to be independent, eager to explore and highly motivated to learn, so make good progress.  The childminder provides a welcoming, family environment where children learn through play. They are happy and settled and share warm relationships with the childminder. As a result, their emotional well-being is effectively promoted.  Children are safeguarded well because the childminder has a good understanding of her responsibilities to keep children safe. She attends child protection training and effectively minimises risks to children in her home and on outings.  The childminder takes the children to group activities and on outings, where they have the opportunity to develop their confidence and independence in a larger group.

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This provision is good

Children regularly visit the nursery as they accompany the childminder to collect older children, so are familiar with the environment. This prepares children well for the next stage in their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not gather precise information from parents about children's learning when they first start, to enable her to sharpen her starting points for assessment.  The childminder has not thought creatively about how she can communicate and involve parents even more, so they can extend further their children's learning at home.

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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

 enhance strategies for parents to provide more information to strengthen arrangements for identifying children's starting points  extend the partnership working with parents, sharing more precise information about children's next steps in learning, to promote this learning further at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the rooms where children play and in the garden.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection and carried out a focused observation.  The inspector looked at activity planning, records of children's learning and a selection of policies and records.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and viewed her self-evaluation and improvement plan.  The inspector took account of the views of parents provided through written testimonials.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a secure understanding of how children learn. She focuses on making learning fun, through planned activities on interesting topics or child-led play as they select toys that capture their attention. She makes good use of children's interests to extend their learning. For example, children are encouraged to look for numbered lolly sticks hidden in the sand pit, place these in number order and count how many sticks they have. The childminder enthusiastically praises children, so they are very proud of their achievements. As a result, children flourish and make good progress. The childminder observes children as they play and discusses children's achievements with their parents every day. However, there is scope to share even more information with parents, so they can be fully involved in supporting children's learning at home. The childminder promotes children's communication and language skills well. She joins in conversations with older

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who attend. This is good

children and expands younger children's vocabulary by repeating new words. The childminder involves children in varied arts and crafts to develop their design and making skills. She provides opportunities for children to develop pencil control and practise their writing. As a result, children are well prepared for school entry.

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good

The childminder makes good use of information from parents, so that she understands children's care needs. As a result, children settle well and build a strong bond with her. However, parents are not always asked about what children already know and can do on entry to the childminder's setting, to help her assess their starting points. The childminder is a good role model. Her calm and consistent approach helps children understand positive ways to behave and gain a mutual respect for each other. Consistent reminders and clear explanations ensure that children are fully aware of how to keep themselves healthy and safe. They demonstrate a clear sense of responsibility as they independently take themselves to the toilet and follow learnt hygiene practices. Children thoroughly enjoy playing outdoors in the fresh air and learn that exercise is fun.

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provision is good

The childminder's good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage supports her in consistently meeting all requirements. She is a well qualified and experienced childminder who links closely with other childcare practitioners, to share ideas and best practice for the benefit of the children attending. The childminder evaluates her practice and monitors the educational programmes. Since her last inspection, the childminder has improved her outdoor provision, which is used well to promote all areas of children's learning. The childminder works effectively with other childcare settings. She shares information efficiently and offers children activities that complement those they participate in at nursery or school, thereby extending and reinforcing their learning. Parents provide very positive comments about the service that the childminder provides and the progress their children are making while in her care.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 255952 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 866986 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 11 August 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1993 and lives in Wymondham, Norfolk. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year- old children. She holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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