Childminder in Swindon

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 May 2015 28 July 2011

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 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 supports children's next steps in learning and interests well. He understands how to ensure a good balance of children choosing and making decisions about their play and that which is guided by adults.  Children access a broad range of activities and resources which promotes the skills they need for school, such as independence and cooperation.  Children benefit from a welcoming, friendly home. The childminder develops positive relationships with the children. They show that they are comfortable in his care. Consequently, children's emotional well-being is effectively promoted.  Children benefit greatly from outdoor play every day. They play in the garden and frequently go out on trips to the local parks and woods. As a result, children have opportunities to exercise freely and they learn about the importance of fresh air.  The childminder safeguards children from harm effectively. He fully understands the

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This provision is good

signs and symptoms of abuse. He is also well aware of the procedure to follow if he has any concerns about a child in his care.  The childminder is committed to reflecting on and improving his practice. He has a good knowledge of the strengths of his provision and has identified ways to develop his service. Since the last inspection, he has completed a qualification in early years and childcare at level 3.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not promote children'sknowledge and understandingof measurement and comparison as well as their numeracy skills.

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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

 enhance children's mathematical progress by providing opportunities that support their knowledge and understanding of measurement and comparison.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities taking place in the home and garden.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector viewed the areas of the premises and garden used for childminding.  The inspector spoke to parents and also took account of their written views.  The inspector viewed documentation including the childminder's written self-evaluation, children's records and evidence of suitability.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder clearly enjoys working with children and their families. He uses his good knowledge of how children learn through play to promote their learning. They are active learners and acquire the necessary key skills for their future learning. Children enjoy spending time outdoors. Children explore different types of play dough. They experiment using different tools and this helps children to develop their hand-to-eye coordination and prepare them for writing. The childminder promotes children's numeracy and counting skills well. When children pretend to be shopkeepers, the childminder helps them to decide how much things cost and how much money they need to buy them. However, there are few resources to develop children's understanding of measurement and comparison. As a result, this area of children's mathematical learning is not well promoted.

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good

Children form secure relationships with the childminder, his co-childminder and each other. The childminder praises children and acknowledges their achievements, which builds their confidence and self-esteem, and strengthens their sense of belonging. Children make decisions throughout the day about whether they play inside or outdoors. Children develop a good understanding of a healthy lifestyle through regular outdoor and physical play. They use a wide variety of climbing equipment and wheeled toys that encourage them to be active. The childminder effectively promotes children's self-care skills as he encourages them to do things for themselves, such as getting their own drinks and managing their own coats and shoes. Good partnerships with the local pre-school and school ensure that children are prepared for their next stage of learning.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good awareness of the safeguarding and welfare, and learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Alongside his co- childminder, he has developed a range of policies and procedures which underpin and reinforce good practice. He carries out risk assessments of the home which help to promote children's safety and well-being. Parents are very happy with the care and the progress that their children make. Their written comments praise the very good range of activities and resources that the childminder provides to help their children make good progress. They also highly value the childminder's regular communication with them regarding all aspects of their children's care and learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY420446 Local authority Swindon Inspection number 845249 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 28 July 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011. He works alongside his partner as a co-childminder. They live in the Abbey Meads area of Swindon. The childminder offers childcare from 7am until 6.30pm all year round except for family holidays. He has a level 3 qualification in childcare and education.

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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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