Hardie, Nicola

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 August 2015 14 June 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

 The childminder monitors children's progress regularly. She makes effective use of the information she gathers to ensure children are developing as expected. Consequently, all children make good progress.  The childminder's home is spacious and welcoming and provides children with free flow access to the outdoor area. As a result, children are relaxed and confident and make independent choices about what they would like to do.  Partnerships with parents and other providers are good. A two-way flow of information ensures children benefit from continuity in their care and learning between the different settings they attend.  The childminder shows a commitment to her professional development. She has attended a number of training courses, which help her to have a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.  The childminder builds strong bonds with the children, who often remain in her care for

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This provision is good

many years. They settle well, and feel safe and happy, which has a positive impact on their well-being.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not the make use of all opportunities to promote children's awareness of print in the play environment.  The childminder does not provide children with consistent opportunities to raise their awareness of a diverse world.

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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

 increase opportunities for children to see writing and words in their play environment, to develop their early literacy skills further  extend opportunities for children to develop their awareness of diversity in the world.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder at convenient times.  The inspector observed children engaged in activities and the childminder's interaction with them.  The inspector sampled relevant documentation, including some policies, procedures, training certificates and planning for children's learning, and discussed these with the childminder.  The inspector viewed all areas of the house that children use, and the toys and resources available.  The inspector took into account the written and verbal views of parents.

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who attend. This is good

Teaching is good because the childminder monitors children's interests and developmental stages with the use of observations and assessments. This enables her to plan challenging activities based on children's next steps in their learning. For example, children become excited to take part in a creative activity that involved different kinds of pasta, glue, scissors and other materials. The childminder interacts skilfully to introduce other aspects of learning, including early mathematics and pre-reading skills, which helps to prepare children well for school. The childminder supports children's language and communication effectively by talking with them during activities and asking questions to make children think. She helps to guide children's learning further by encouraging them to consider the outcome of certain situations for themselves.

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good

The childminder manages children's behaviour well, as she uses a calm and consistent approach to reinforce the boundaries and expectations. As a result, children play cooperatively together and learn to be kind and polite. The children benefit from a well- resourced and child-orientated playroom, which supports their independence. The childminder works closely with parents to make sure that settling-in procedures are flexible. She ensures she follows children's home care routines, which helps children to feel secure and safe, and enables them to settle quickly. Children learn good hygiene practices, such as washing their hands before eating. The childminder promotes children's understanding of healthy lifestyles. For example, she ensures they have plenty of opportunities to benefit from fresh air and exercise.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She makes good use of her observation and assessment procedures and monitors children's progress effectively to identify and close any gaps in their learning. She has a sound knowledge of how to protect children from harm and what action to take if she has concerns about their welfare. The childminder shows a good commitment to continuous improvement. She carries out a formal self-evaluation which helps her to reflect upon her practice. Consequently, she is able to identify where she is most effective and areas she would like to improve. She has addressed all recommendations from the last inspection.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY234962 Local authority Swindon Inspection number 832849 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 14 June 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives in Swindon, Wiltshire. The childminder offers care all day, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday all year round, except for family holidays. The childminder holds a recognised level 3 qualification in childcare.

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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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