Childminder in North Somerset

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 July 2015 7 January 2010

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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 well-qualified childminder evaluates her provision thoroughly, which enables her to identify what she can do to bring about continuous improvement.  The childminder's teaching is good. She knows the children very well and tracks their progress carefully. As a result, children make good progress in all areas of learning, given their starting points and abilities.  The childminder has developed good relationships with the children and their families. She effectively shares information, which helps to promote consistency and continuity in the support the children receive.  Children are settled and happy, showing that they feel secure and develop a strong sense of belonging. They are confident and motivated in their learning, friendly, talkative and their behaviour is very good. This all prepares them well for school.  The childminder provides a safe environment for children. She successfully uses her

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This provision is good

policies to manage her provision and monitor risks to help keep children safe. She has a good understanding of safeguarding procedures. This means that children are safe and secure while in her care and she effectively promotes children's well-being.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder asks children good questions to encourage them to think, but sometimes she answers for them without giving them time to work it out and solve problems.  Occasionally, the childminder does not make the best of opportunities to develop children's already good literacy skills by encouraging them to write about what interests them during their play.

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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

 strengthen children's thinking and learning further by allowing children time to process their thoughts and solve problems independently  extend the already good practice in teaching children early literacy skills by providing further opportunities for children to write for a purpose during their play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors.  The inspector examined a range of documents including planning, assessments, policies and procedures, and discussed these with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector viewed the rooms used for childcare purposes.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder's effective teaching supports children's good progress. She completes regular, detailed assessments of their achievements to identify children's next steps in learning and meet their individual needs. She provides children with a good balance of child-led and planned activities. Children thoroughly enjoy the range of stimulating experiences available, which excite them to learn. The childminder encourages them to count and sort during their play with shells and beads. She skilfully introduces colours and shapes during routine activities, such as choosing plates and bowls. The childminder models language well and the children's speech and language is good because of this. She gives clear explanations of activities so children understand the expectations and she enthusiastically joins in children's play.

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good

The childminder has a friendly, welcoming approach and provides children with a homely learning environment. They form strong attachments with her and develop friendships as they play happily together. The childminder helps children to understand their feelings and they learn to respect each other's views. Children attend groups and outings in the local area. This helps to develop their confidence and allows them to socialise with a wide range of children and adults, which parents highly value. The childminder provides nutritious snacks and meals, and drinks of fresh water. She ensures children get lots of fresh air and regular exercise in an exciting and challenging outdoor environment. Children make their own choices about their play and develop their independence, becoming keen learners who are confident to try out new activities. They learn to take manageable risks by using the climbing frame and have a good knowledge of the rules when using the

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good

trampoline. This promotes their understanding of how to keep themselves safe.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. She updates her knowledge and skills by attending training, using the internet and receiving regular updates about current developments in early years. This ensures that she continues to provide good-quality teaching for the children. The childminder values the opinions of parents and children to consider what she does well and the ways she can improve. This ensures that her service continues to improve and promote children's achievements. Parents are kept well informed about their children's day through discussions and learning records. They work closely with the childminder to plan their children's next steps for development. This promotes continuity of care for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY263894 Local authority North Somerset Inspection number 837276 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 7 January 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset. She works Mondays to Thursdays, all year round. She holds a suitable level 3 qualification and accepts early education funding for children age two-, three- and four-years-old.

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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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