Childminder in Windsor and Maidenhead

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 June 2015 27 July 2009

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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

 The childminder's practice is based on a secure knowledge and understanding of how to promote the learning and development of young children, and what they can achieve. As a result, the children are motivated to learn, have fun and participate in a good range of challenging activities.  Children's learning is enhanced through the use of high-quality and well-maintained toys. The childminder completes detailed risk assessments to ensure children are kept safe in and out of the home.  The childminder manages children's behaviour effectively. She talks to them about taking turns and sharing the toys. This helps to ensure that children respect each other's needs during play.  The childminder forms secure attachments with children, which effectively promote their emotional well-being. As a result, they are happy and settled in her care, and are making good progress in their learning and development.  The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding and how to promote the

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This provision is good

health and safety of children in her care. She has assessed the risks to her premises well and has minimised these, so children are able to use all areas safely.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always provide as many opportunities as possible for children to look at examples of their past work, so that they can enjoy talking about it and see for themselves the progress they are making.

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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

 find more ways for children to look at examples of their past work, so that they can enjoy talking about it and see for themselves the progress they are making.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector toured the premises.  The inspector observed the children and childminder during their routines and activities.  The inspector took into account the written and spoken views of the parents.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and the children at appropriate times during their activities.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation including suitability checks, children's records and assessments, policies and procedures.

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who attend. This is good

Children make good progress in their learning and development in preparation for the next stage in their learning. The childminder completes accurate observations of children and successfully uses this information to plan activities that develop their interests and meet their needs. She joins in children's play and asks them questions. This encourages children to respond. Children are provided with puzzles and given the time to work out how to fit the pieces together; they concentrate well and demonstrate pride in their achievements. The childminder provides opportunities for children to see words written down and she supports their early reading skills. She plans activities, such as visits to the allotment, which the children thoroughly enjoy. She supports children to appreciate the natural environment and to learn about caring for plants. The childminder plans activities well. She captures children's interest in growing things to develop their early mathematics skills,

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who attend. This is good

such as in measuring and making comparisons. For example, the children are highly engaged as they explore the different sized watering cans available to water their plants and they measure out the space needed between their seedlings.

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good

The childminder welcomes children and families into her home, and takes the time to get to know the children on entry. This ensures children's well-being and development is promoted at all times. Children behave well as the childminder provides a calm environment and acts as a good role model. She praises and reassures children during their play and routine activities, building their confidence and self-esteem. Children learn about healthy lifestyles as they grow fruit and vegetables at the allotment. Here, they have daily opportunities to be physically active in the fresh air. Children learn to handle simple tools and use more physically challenging apparatus at the park, such as the climbing frame and slide. Children learn how to manage risks well; for example, they learn about road safety on their daily walks to the allotment.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She regularly reviews the risks in the environment to ensure her premises are safe. The childminder has a good understanding of the procedures to follow if she has a concern about a child's welfare. The monitoring of children's progress is effective and is used to identify children's next steps in learning, and highlight their interests. The childminder regularly seeks the views of parents. Their feedback about the service, care and learning provided is very positive. Partnerships with the other settings that children attend are strong. Information sharing supports continuity in children's learning experiences.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY333612 Local authority Windsor & Maidenhead Inspection number 979065 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 27 July 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives in the Dedworth area of Windsor. The childminder operates flexible hours all year round, except for 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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