Childminder in North Somerset

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 August 2015 15 December 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

 Older children are confident communicators and motivated to learn. The childminder is very good at engaging children in conversations, expanding their vocabulary and questioning their understanding. This means she prepares children well for their move on to school.  The childminder makes effective use of training and research to develop the outdoor environment and promote children's love for outdoors, exercise and nature. She effectively encourages children to explore, investigate and assess risk within the local environment and further afield.  Strong partnerships with parents enable the childminder to gain a good knowledge of the children and meet their individual needs. Parents actively share their observations of children's learning at home to influence future planning. Shared strategies to manage children's behaviour ensure a consistent approach.  The childminder supports children's emotional well-being effectively. Children make

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This provision is good

secure attachments and demonstrate that they are happy and settled in the homely, well-resourced environment.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder assesses children's progress well, overall. However, she does not consistently track their progress alongside their typical stages of development to monitor how gaps are closing.  Although children see letters and words in books and on jigsaws, the childminder does not extend the older children further in their early reading skills and recognition of numerals, for example, through more labelling in the environment.

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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 the systems for monitoring children's progress over time and identifying any gaps in learning  extend children's awareness of numbers, letters and words to develop their early reading skills further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children playing inside and outdoors.  The inspector spoke with the childminder about children's learning and her understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation including self-evaluation, learning diaries, and policies and procedures.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder makes detailed observations of children's play, identifying their next steps in learning effectively. She uses her knowledge and early years qualification well to plan an exciting range of experiences, especially in promoting outdoor play. Teaching is good, especially in encouraging children's imagination, creativity and problem-solving skills. Children are well motivated to learn and receive positive support from the childminder, who promotes their self-esteem effectively. During the inspection, the childminder scribed as children used their imagination well to tell the story of the pirate, Calico Jack. Children used excellent descriptions, such as 'there was a giant snake almost as big as the sea'. Children form strong relationships with the childminder and invite her into their play. They shared the treasure map they had made to help the childminder find the treasure. They used language well to explain that the

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who attend. This is good

compass shows the direction and 'X marks the spot'. The childminder supports children further, using language to describe position and movement. The range of activities and learning experiences prepare children well for the next stage in their learning.

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good

The childminder provides a well-organised learning environment with an abundant range of carefully selected resources. The childminder provides clear explanations to help children understand the importance of blowing their noses, disposing of tissues carefully, and washing their hands to minimise the spread of germs. The childminder provides good opportunities for children to learn about nature and how things grow. For example, children help themselves to blueberries and create miniature gardens. The childminder ensures the outdoor environment and regular outings encourage children to explore nature and be physically active. Children enjoy creating perfumes in the mud kitchen using petals from the garden.

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provision is good

The childminder has good understanding of her responsibility to report any safeguarding concerns she has about a child. She provides a safe and secure environment, which is thoroughly risk assessed. Parents comment positively about the 'exceptional safety' arrangements. The childminder uses self- evaluation well to drive improvement. She has addressed previous issues competently, such as obtaining prior written consent from parents to administer medication. The childminder has a positive attitude to her professional development, using her skills to challenge children further. There are good partnerships with professionals to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY349028 Local authority North Somerset Inspection number 837876 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 15 December 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2007. She lives in Portishead, North Somerset. The childminding service operates throughout the year from 9am until 6pm daily. The childminder supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She is in receipt of funding for the provision of free early education for children aged two, three and four years. She has an early years qualification at level 3.

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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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