Childminder in Buckinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 July 2015 30 March 2011

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is outstanding

 The childminder is acutely aware of children's needs. This means she plans exciting activities that stimulate their curiosity and help them make excellent progress in their development.  The progress children make is clearly documented and assessed on a regular basis. This information is shared with parents so that they can keep in touch with their development.  The environment is welcoming and offers children lots of avenues to explore. Children are given appropriate challenges and an abundance of resources.  The childminder frequently plans trips and excursions to places of interest. This allows children to experience the wider world and to develop their social and communication skills extremely well.  The childminder collaborates with local childminders to share ideas and knowledge, and this enables her to reflect on her own provision and make improvements regularly. In addition, she undertakes regular training to keep her skills up to date.

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This provision is outstanding

 The childminder is well organised and demonstrates extremely good knowledge of what she is required to do. She has effective policies that reflect this, and she shares these with parents from the outset to make them clear on the procedures she follows.  The childminder has excellent knowledge of child protection issues and of how to recognise the signs that a child may be at risk of harm. She takes all the necessary steps to make sure children remain safe in her care.  The childminder is passionate about providing high-quality care and education. She continually reflects on her practice, is able to identify any aspects of her provision that could be even better, and acts quickly to improve them.

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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 children's literacy development further by increasing meaningful written information in all areas used by them.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home and in the garden.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's records, planning and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.

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who attend. This is outstanding

Children thrive in the childminder's care. They access an impressive range of activities that support their development. The childminder plans inspired events and experiences to enhance learning. For example, children regularly go on outings and trips that support their current interests. Parents understand how their children are progressing because information is shared very frequently in a range of ways, including through written reports. The childminder is mindful of what type of support each child needs, and is a very skilful teacher. For example, she uses questions to challenge thinking, draws attention to detail of living things and uses mathematical language as they play in the garden. Children chat confidently with the childminder and their friends, and learn that text carries meaning because they see how it is used within displays indoors. Children's experiences help them understand the change to routine as they prepare to move to a new setting. For example,

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who attend. This is outstanding

they visit shops that sell uniforms or discuss ideas about their new school.

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outstanding

The childminder skilfully strikes an excellent balance between the need to keep children safe while promoting their independence. For example, the childminder supervises hand washing routines well, but allows children to do it on their own. Children feel secure because the childminder provides a routine that is filled with challenges and excitement. For instance, children play with familiar resources and are then introduced to new ones that stimulate their curiosity about the world around them. The childminder makes sure that children receive fresh air and exercise daily, and have suitable supervision when on outings. She encourages positive social skills, such as being helpful, showing a respectful attitude and understanding others. Children become extremely self-confident.

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provision is outstanding

The childminder has a strong drive to provide excellent care at all times. She consults with others who provide her with professional support, and she finds inspiration in new ideas that they share. She is very responsive to the wishes of parents, who are actively encouraged to share any suggestions for improvements. She continually develops her practice by accessing regular training to keep her skills up to date. The childminder is proactive in reviewing her policies and procedures to ensure they take full account of children's individual needs. The childminder has a very secure understanding of how to protect children from harm, including what to do if she is concerned about their safety. Risk assessment is successfully used to help keep children safe in the home and on outings. The childminder's home is well organised to provide an environment that is highly conducive to children's learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY256983 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 833116 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 8 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 30 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2003 and holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3. She receives funding for the provision of free early education to children aged three and four years. She offers care all day 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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