Childminder in Kent

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 July 2015 20 April 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

 Children benefit from a stimulating environment where they are able to choose activities and resources independently. This enables them to take the lead in their play.  The childminder is effective in identifying her strengths and areas to improve. She evaluates her provision and obtains the views of parents to support her to move her practice forward.  The childminder interacts well with children and gives them good attention and support when needed. Consequently, children's behaviour is good.  The childminder is a positive role model and sets clear rules and boundaries. Therefore, children learn how to share and take turns due to the consistent messages they receive from the childminder.  The childminder demonstrates a good awareness of how to safeguard children and the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about children in her care. This supports children's welfare effectively.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to support children moving on to

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This provision is good

schools and nurseries. Consequently, children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder provides the children with fewer opportunities to see the written word in the outdoor environment. This does not further extend their understanding that print carries meaning.  The childminder occasionally misses some opportunities in daily routines to extend children's learning and enable them to develop their independence further.

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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

 extend children's opportunity to learn that print carries meaning  provide children with more opportunities to further develop their independence and extend their learning during everyday routines.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the daily routine and practice, and discussed the organisation and managing of the childminding service with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's learning journeys, including assessment documents and next steps, and some policies and procedures relevant to the inspection.  The inspector looked at areas of the home used by children in relation to their health and safety.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder of her co-minder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to on the day and letters of recommendation.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the areas of learning and development. She provides the children with good quality resources, which engage and excite them; for example, exploring shells and seaweed in the rock pool sand pit, to learn about the world around them. The childminder uses observations and assessments of children to identify their achievements and what they need to learn next. Children choose their favourite story to have read. The childminder encourages children to predict what will happen next in the story. She reinforces words with objects to extend their vocabulary and promote their language skills. The childminder provides children with a range of equipment, including a large chalkboard and clipboards, to practise their early writing skills. Therefore, children develop an interest in literacy. Children routinely meet with friends at a variety of groups, to support their personal, social and emotional development. Consequently, all children

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who attend. This is good

make good progress from their initial starting points because of the good quality of teaching they receive from the childminder.

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good

The childminder works closely with parents to help children settle well. She gathers information that enables her to get to know children's routines and meet their individual needs effectively. Children form good emotional bonds with the childminder They approach her for cuddles and help, showing that they feel safe when with her. Children are very happy and content with the childminder. They enjoy her interaction with them in their play, which develops their confidence. The childminder actively promotes children's good health by providing nutritious meals. Children benefit from plenty of exercise and outdoor play. The childminder plans outings within the immediate areas, which enable children to gain a good awareness of their local community. As a result, children have good opportunities to learn about how to have a healthy lifestyle.

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provision is good

The childminder confidently meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She works in partnership with her co-minder to provide a continuity of care and learning for all children. She evaluates her provision effectively and has addressed recommendations set at the previous inspection. This shows a strong commitment to improve the service she provides. She updates her own practice by identifying relevant training courses to complete and by completing research. This enables her to continually improve children's welfare and learning outcomes. Relationships with other professionals are good. This helps the childminder to provide a consistent approach to supporting children's learning and welfare needs. Parents comment that they enjoy the daily contact they have with the childminder and feel very supported in their children's learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY276483 Local authority Kent Inspection number 833457 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 20 April 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Sittingbourne, Kent. She works with a co- minder. The childminder is in receipt of funding for the provision of free early education for 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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