Goodacre Marie

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 June 2015 9 March 2011

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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 prepares children well for school and they all make good progress in their learning. She focuses on promoting children's communication and language skills, and their physical, personal, social and emotional development.  The childminder is committed to improving her knowledge and understanding of practice. Since the last inspection, she has completed a degree in Early Childhood Studies. As a result, this has had a positive impact on her teaching that often shows elements of outstanding.  The childminder is kind and caring towards the children. Children spontaneously give her hugs and she reciprocates warmly. This means children's well-being is supported.  Children's behaviour is good and the childminder has consistent routines and boundaries in place. She offers lots of praise and encouragement when children share and take turns.  The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of the local child protection

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This provision is good

procedures. She knows what signs to look out for and what to do if she has concerns about a child in her care. Consequently, the childminder keeps children safe from harm.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children are not consistently supported to play and explore independently.  The childminder does not fully enhance children's understanding of diversity and the wider world.

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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

 provide more opportunities for children to be independent and lead their own play, for example, by reviewing the quantity and organisation of resources available  extend opportunities for all children to develop an understanding of diversity and the wider world, for example, by providing pictures and resources in the play environment that reflect different cultures and diversity.

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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 plans interesting and challenging activities that encourage children to play and explore. She makes good use of information gained from observations to identify the next steps in their learning. The childminder makes sure that activities challenge all children according to their age. For instance, babies engage in a fruit tasting activity, while older children practise using a knife to cut up fruit. As a result, younger children demonstrate a willingness to try new food and older children's physical skills are challenged. Consequently, children are acquiring key skills for future learning. Children are beginning to gain awareness of cultural festivals through discussions with the childminder and some resources are available. However, children do not have enough opportunities to see images that support their developing awareness of race and non-stereotypical gender roles. Children develop their imaginative skills as they enjoy dressing up in character

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good

Children settle quickly in the care of the childminder. This is because she finds out important information about them when they start. In addition, the flexible settling-in sessions promote children's self-confidence and self-esteem. The childminder teaches the children how to keep themselves safe. For instance, she reminds children how to walk with scissors, keeping the point facing down. Children have access to a wealth of toys, games and resources. However, they occasionally become overwhelmed with the choice, which means they rely on the childminder for their play rather than playing and exploring independently. Children benefit from daily physical activity. For example, they create an obstacle course, climb and slide on the play equipment. The childminder emotionally prepares children for starting school. She supports them to have self-care skills, such as getting dressed and undressed independently. In addition, the childminder reads books

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provision is good

The childminder understands and effectively implements the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She shares her good practice with colleagues who are new to childminding and those seeking to achieve a good judgement. Children play in a safe and secure environment as clear risk assessments of her home and garden are used effectively. The childminder seeks the views of parents and children in order to identify the strengths and weaknesses of her practice. Her plans for improvement are clear and enhance an understanding of how to support and promote children's achievements. For instance, the childminder's development plan is to develop her outdoor space with more natural equipment. The childminder successfully monitors the educational programme to ensure all children make good progress. Parents are highly complementary about the childminder and her service. They comment, 'My child has learned things I know I have

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Setting details

Unique reference number 208542 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 871176 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 24

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 9 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1991 and lives in Bicker, near Boston, Lincolnshire. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. With prior arrangement, the childminder also offers care on a Saturday. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. The childminder holds an early years degree.

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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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