Childminder in Lincolnshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 August 2015 6 March 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

 The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how children learn. She successfully builds on their interests as they play and ensures activities are challenging and fun. Consequently, children are developing the skills and willingness to learn in preparation for their next stage of learning, such as pre-school.  The childminder effectively supports children's developing language. During children's play, she involves them in discussions and gives them time to think and respond. As a result, children are making excellent progress in their communication and language skills.  The childminder promotes children's physical development well. She provides a wide range of activities to promote children's movement and handling skills, both inside and outdoors.  Children behave well. They develop good manners and learn to share and take their turn. The childminder is a good role model with a firm but fair approach that children

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This provision is good

respond to positively.  The well-resourced garden enables children to play outdoors in all weathers and experience a variety of learning opportunities. For example, they explore the lifecycle of a butterfly and produce vegetables. Consequently, their understanding of the natural world is extremely good.  The childminder knows how to safeguard children and what steps to take if she has any concerns about a child in her care.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not focused her professional development on how she can further improve her teaching in order to provide outstanding learning experiences.

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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

 raise the overall quality of teaching to outstanding by targeting professional development on improving teaching skills so that children benefit from outstanding learning opportunities.

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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, a sample of policies and procedures and discussed the childminder's self-evaluation.  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 experienced childminder demonstrates good teaching techniques. She plans activities that promote children's development in all aspects of their learning. For example, she sparks children's imagination by introducing a sea themed activity using bubbles, tongs and whisking tools. Children are active, enthusiastic and well-motivated learners. The childminder knows the individual children well. She makes relevant observations about their development so that she knows exactly what they need to learn next. Children learn mathematical skills as the childminder encourages them to count objects and identify shapes as they play. The childminder interacts enthusiastically with children as they play. She promotes hand-to-eye coordination well, throwing and catching balls with the children. The childminder has strong partnerships with parents. They are well informed about their child's achievements and daily experiences. They view their child's

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who attend. This is good

developmental records on a regular basis and contribute comments about children's learning at home. This promotes continuity for children's learning and development.

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good

The childminder promotes children's well-being. She has good settling-in procedures. She finds out about children's likes and dislikes before they start. This helps children to settle quickly into her care. Children have very positive relationships with the childminder. Her praise and encouragement promotes their self-esteem and confidence. The childminder provides daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise in the garden and during visits to the local woods. Children benefit from regular trips to local childminder groups where they are supported to develop their social skills. The childminder teaches children good personal hygiene routines that help maintain their good health, such as using a tissue to wipe their noses and washing their hands before eating.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding about her role in meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She promotes children's safety and welfare well. This is because all the required policies and procedures are in place and successfully implemented. The childminder regularly tracks children's progress in their learning and development. She knows how children develop over time and is able to identify any gaps or delays in their learning. The childminder reflects on her practice and has made improvements since her last inspection, such as involving parents in their children's learning and development. She keeps up with essential training, such as first aid and safeguarding. However, while children enjoy good learning opportunities, the childminder does not always use questioning techniques effectively so that children make the best possible progress in their learning. This is because the childminder does not focus enough

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provision is good

on ways to improve her teaching skills so that children are supported to make outstanding progress. Nevertheless, parents report high levels of satisfaction with the care and learning their children receive.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY103183 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 869619 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 6 March 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2002 and lives in Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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