Childminder in Lincolnshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 July 2015 15 January 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

 Relationships between the childminder and the children are good. She supports children's well-being and they form strong emotional attachments with her.  The childminder has a good understanding of the skills children need for school and helps them to gain these skills through the daily routine. She encourages children to join in with small group activities to develop their listening and attention skills.  The childminder gives the children lots of praise and encouragement for good behaviour. She has clear boundaries and invites children to think about resolutions to minor conflicts. As a result, children behave well and learn to play harmoniously together.  The childminder engages parents in their children's learning and development exceptionally well in the setting and at home. The computer system the childminder uses means the parents can regularly see what their child has achieved. They can

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This provision is good

instantly share achievements and interests from home.  The childminder is committed to developing and extending her knowledge and understanding of how children learn. Since the last inspection, she has begun studying towards a childcare qualification. This has supported her to keep up to date and extend her knowledge, which has a positive impact for the children in her care.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder occasionally interrupts children's play in order to ask them questions or give them information.  Children do not have opportunities to increase their awareness of people with similarities and differences.

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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

 give children more opportunities to think for themselves and talk to each other during play  extend opportunities for children to develop their understanding of similarities and differences.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas used by the children.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents expressed in written testimonials.  The inspector looked at children's records and assessments, the childminder's self- evaluation document and a sample of policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and members of her household.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder supports children to make good progress because she provides a broad range of interesting activities. In addition, the childminder uses information from observations and assessments to plan suitably challenging next steps for children. Children use their imagination and engage in firefighting role play. The childminder encourages them to think about what they would do if there were a real fire. Outdoors, the children fill and empty their buckets, putting out pretend fires. The childminder is enthusiastic and joins in with children's pretend play. However, children do not always benefit from opportunities to use their own imagination and talk among themselves. Children enjoy daily physical activity. For example, they climb and slide on the large equipment and play with balls and ride-on toys in the garden.

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good

The childminder supports children to have an understanding of healthy practices. For instance, the children spontaneously sing the washing hands song as they wash their hands before snack. The childminder encourages parents to provide healthy choices in their snack box. Children tell the childminder, 'I choose something healthy'. Children develop a basic understanding of equality and diversity because the childminder ensures they gain awareness of some festivals and celebrations. However, children do not have enough opportunities to find out about different cultures and the diversity of the wider world. The childminder supports children to develop their social skills. They have an understanding of people and communities and visit a number of groups outside the setting. The childminder supports children with a smooth transition as they move to school. This is because she ensures they have the necessary skills, such as independence,

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provision is good

The childminder understands and implements the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage well, which means she effectively meets the individual needs of children. The childminder monitors children's progress so she can identify any gaps in their learning and put specific support in place. The childminder regularly refreshes her safeguarding training. As a result, she has a good understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures, and how to report any concerns about children in her care. The childminder shares information with other providers where children also attend. This ensures children benefit from continuity in their care and learning. Partnerships with parents are excellent. The informative, monthly newsletter tells parents everything they need to know. Parents speak highly of the care their children receive from the childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY236302 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 872550 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 15 January 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2002 and lives in Tattershall, Lincolnshire. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year- old children.

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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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