Gardner, Louise Martine

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 June 2015 5 November 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 provides children with plenty of opportunities to make choices and initiate their own play. As a result, children engage in play for long periods and build good concentration skills.  Children make good progress in all areas. The childminder makes good use of the environments to plan interesting activities and resources.  Children develop their speech confidently. The childminder consistently models language, which helps them to build a strong vocabulary.  Children behave very well. The childminder uses good methods to help them learn to share and take turns.  The childminder helps children to prepare themselves emotionally for their move to school. She develops strong links with local schools and visits them regularly with the children. This helps them to develop a good awareness of the school premises and meet new teachers.  The childminder accesses training to continue to develop her knowledge and

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This provision is good

understanding in childcare. She implements her new learning into her practice to help to improve the outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are limited opportunities for children to explore resources and take part in activities that reflect individual differences and diversity.  The childminder does not always provide activities for children to extend their understanding of mathematical concepts, with particular regards to measurement.

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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

 explore ways to bring even more diversity into children's learning and play, with particular regards to disabilities  increase the opportunities for children to extend their mathematical language and concepts in play, with particular regards to measurement.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector conducted a tour of the premises during the inspection.  The inspector had a discussion with the children and the childminder.  The inspector observed children during activities indoors and outdoors.  The inspector sought the views from parents through written feedback.  The inspector looked at a range of relevant documentation relating to safeguarding, policies and procedures and learning and development documents.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a strong understanding of how children learn. She consistently follows children's interests and provides well-resourced and stimulating environments. As a result, children explore her home with interest and are keen to learn. For example, when children find feathers in the garden the childminder shows them how to use the feathers as a writing tool. They dip the feathers in water and draw letters on the pavement. The childminder repeats the sounds of each letter children write. This helps to extend their early literacy skills. The childminder promotes children's physical development well. She provides equipment and resources to encourage them to move and coordinate their bodies. In addition, she provides them with further challenges at the local park by using even more equipment, such as climbing frames. The childminder provides lots of programmable toys and resources. This helps children begin to use technology.

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good

The childminder is welcoming and children arrive happily, quickly settling into activities of their choice. The childminder helps children to learn about living healthy lifestyles. She takes them on outings to pick their own fruits, such as strawberries. They enjoy eating them the following day as they recall their trip. The childminder offers regular access to her garden so that children get plenty of fresh air and exercise. Children develop their independence as the childminder encourages them to try things for themselves. For example, children learn how to climb the steps in the garden safely. The childminder observes them closely and offers support and guidance when necessary. She works closely with other professionals, such as play therapists. This helps her to share information and promptly support any gaps in children's learning.

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provision is good

The childminder uses observations of children's achievements to accurately monitor and plan next steps in their learning. She completes precise assessments and encourages parents to add their views and suggestions to provide continuity in teaching and care. Parents speak highly of the childminder saying that she is 'Very supportive' and 'offers a secure environment for their children'. The childminder has a good understanding of the procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child's welfare. She risk assesses her home and minimises possible hazards. This helps to keep children safe. The childminder uses her training effectively to reflect on her own practice and make improvements to help meet the needs of each individual child. She carries out evaluations regularly to help to identify her strengths and areas for future improvements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY222976 Local authority Oxfordshire Inspection number 842615 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 5 November 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2002 and lives in a village close to Bicester, Oxfordshire. She works from Tuesday to Fridays, 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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