Childminder in Central Bedfordshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 August 2015 8 November 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

 Warm and caring relationships between the childminder and children are evident. Even children who have only been attending for a short time are secure and contented in the setting. They approach the childminder confidently and snuggle up to her for comfort.  The childminder promotes children's language development. She consistently talks to them, introducing new words and ideas. Young children eagerly turn the pages of their book and point excitedly at pictures. The childminder listens carefully to the sounds they are making and models the words they are trying to say.  The childminder provides a good range of accessible resources and equipment. This offers a stimulating learning environment for the children. Children have regular opportunities to explore, investigate and become active learners. The development of these skills ready the children for their future learning at pre-school and school.

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This provision is good

 The childminder promotes children's understanding of the natural world. Children visit many local places of interest, including farms, zoos and museums. They build dens and 'fairy houses' and collect natural objects to take home to make collages and collections.  The childminder demonstrates a good understanding about how to keep children safe in her care. She knows how to report any safeguarding issues and where she can access extra support if she needs to.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently encourage parents to share information with her about their children's ongoing development at home. This means that she may not always be fully up to date with their latest achievements or changing interests when planning their next steps in learning.

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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 opportunities for parents to exchange ongoing information about their children's continuing learning and development at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home and reviewed them jointly with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning documentation, evidence of suitability of household members and a range of other documentation, including the safeguarding procedures.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents as provided through written feedback.  The inspector reviewed the childminder's evidence of self-evaluation.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote the learning and development of young children. She talks confidently about children's starting points in learning and demonstrates that she knows the children and their families well. She discusses the progress that children make while in her care. The childminder keeps good records of children's achievements and uses approved guidance to track their progress. She uses this information to effectively identify children's interests and to plan their next steps in learning. The childminder completes a daily diary that tells parents what their children have been doing and learning. She shares her records of children's development with parents on a regular basis. However, there are fewer opportunities for parents to share information about what their children are learning at home to enable the childminder to fully enhance children's learning and development. The childminder has

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who attend. This is good

links with other settings that children attend. She finds out what children are learning and plans further activities to enhance their progress.

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good

The childminder has a good settling-in procedure. She obtains information from parents regarding children's interests and care needs and then incorporates these into her individual planning for each child. This supports children to settle quickly and without distress. Children's understanding of risk and how to keep themselves safe is well promoted. The childminder explains to them how to cross the road safely and not to talk to strangers when outside the home. The childminder assesses all areas of her home to check that it is safe. She has procedures in place, such as daily safety checks to support this aspect. She also carries out risk assessments for trips and outings. Care practices are good. Children learn about the importance of good hygiene and self-care. They benefit from fresh air and exercise as they play in her garden, local parks and play areas. The childminder helps children to learn the practical skills they need at school, such as being

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good

able to dress themselves and put on their own shoes.

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provision is good

The well-qualified childminder carefully monitors children's development to ensure that all areas of learning are covered and that children are making good progress. She has good procedures in place to support the ongoing evaluation of her work. She completes a detailed self-evaluation form and invites feedback from parents and children. She accurately identifies her strengths and areas for development. The childminder is committed to her professional development and seeks out further training and networking opportunities. She has thoroughly addressed the recommendation from her previous inspection and now provides a good range of multicultural resources, images and books. Feedback from parents demonstrates that they are appreciative of the service that the childminder provides and that their children love to attend.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY425715 Local authority Central Bedfordshire Inspection number 852613 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 8 November 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2001 and lives in Luton. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare 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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