Childminder in LincolnshireOfsted inspection, 22 Jun 2015

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 June 2015 15 May 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 develops warm and close relationships with the children. She is caring and listens to children when they speak, showing a genuine interest in what they say and do. As a result, they settle well, are happy in her care and feel confident to explore their surroundings.  Teaching is good. The qualified, experienced childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how children learn. She provides them with a variety of interesting activities and learning opportunities which support their all-round development. This helps children build a solid foundation for future learning, such as starting pre-school or school.  The childminder encourages a healthy lifestyle. Quality time is spent in the fresh air on daily walks and through physical play opportunities in the large garden. Older children help to plan, prepare and cook healthy meals. Children enjoy collecting eggs from the chickens, which are used in cooking activities, such as baking cakes.

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This provision is good

 The childminder knows and understands the different learning styles and development needs of the children she cares for. She uses this information to plan experiences that will support the next stages in their learning and provide suitable challenge in their play.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always exchange regular information with parents. For example, she does not yet share children's precise learning needs in order to help parents support 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

 share more precise information with parents about children's learning and development, giving more details about how their achievements can be supported at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used for childminding, observed her interaction with the children and discussed all aspects of her practice.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector reviewed children's records, planning documentation and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability of all adults living at the premises.

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who attend. This is good

Children are confident and capable individuals, as the childminder gives them good opportunities to explore their surroundings and make their own choices in their play. She is aware of children's individual interests and ensures her resources support these. Her good teaching skills help prepare children for school. The childminder is skilled at extending children's learning spontaneously. During lunch, she supports their understanding of mathematical concepts and simple calculation. For example, she encourages children to count their sandwiches and think about how many they will have left if they eat one. When building a tower, the childminder introduces words, such as 'balance' and 'cylinder', to strengthen children's vocabulary. The childminder shares daily information with parents regarding children's activities and their achievements. However, parents are not regularly informed of how they can provide further support to their

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who attend. This is good

children's learning at home, as precise next steps are not shared.

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good

Children's emotional security is given a high priority by the childminder, and bonds between the children and herself are strong. The childminder enables children to be independent. They manage their self-care needs well, such as washing and drying hands and taking off or putting on items of clothing. At snack time, children carefully use knives to cut their banana and learn to manage risks in activities. They practise how to leave the premises in an emergency so that they gain an understanding of how to keep themselves safe. The childminder is a positive role model to the children. She encourages polite behaviour and teaches them about sharing and taking turns in activities. Children respond well to her calm manner and praise for their achievements. Children spend quality time outdoors each day. The garden enables children to be very physically active, using a range of equipment, such as a swing and scooters.

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provision is good

The childminder tailors activities well to support children's individual needs and monitors their progress. The childminder is aware of her own strengths and areas to develop. She demonstrates a positive attitude to attending training that will enhance her knowledge and skills. She has recently completed training on the new allergens guidance and devised a new policy around supporting British values in her setting. These have a positive impact on the service she provides. Thank you cards written by parents when children leave show how much they value the childminder and the care she offers. The childminder works effectively with other settings children attend. She shares regular information about learning needs through a diary system, and finds out about topics or themes that can be continued in her care. The childminder assesses the risks in her home and on outings each day, so that children are able to play in a safe and suitable environment. She understands

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provision is good

the importance of following the correct procedures in the event of child protection concerns.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 208740 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 865568 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 14

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1997 and lives in Long Sutton, Lincolnshire. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a level 3 qualification.

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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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