Childminder in Milton Keynes

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 August 2015 1 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 is a sensitive and nurturing carer, with a warm and friendly disposition. She builds relationships with children and parents very quickly and understands how to meet their needs well.  The childminder is a skilled teacher and, overall, children make good progress in their development. They enjoy a range of activities and toys that promote all areas of learning.  The childminder has a clear understanding of local child protection procedures and understand what to do if concerned for children's safety. She takes all reasonable steps to make sure children are safe and secure in her care.  Children learn positive behaviour because the childminder is an excellent role model who manages behaviour well. She has good strategies in place to make sure rules and boundaries are understood.  The childminder strives to provide the best possible care. She actively seeks the views of others to make improvements that have a positive impact on children's learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder makes good assessments of children's learning and regularly shares their achievements with parents. However, she is not always proactive in working with parents as soon as she identifies possible gaps in children's learning to agree how they can further promote children's all-round learning and development from the earliest opportunity.

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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 further the good information sharing with parents to include them as early as possible in identifying any delays in their child's learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children's play activities in the childminder's home.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's records, planning and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.  The inspector met with a parent and took account of the written views of others.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder carries out thorough and accurate observations of the children's achievements and plans effectively to help them make good progress. She has a good range of resources that are appropriate to children's developmental stages, and plans different activities every day that promote all areas of learning. This means that children play with familiar resources and develop favourite choices, but are also motivated by new and interesting activities. The childminder sets realistic expectations of children, including their behaviour, which means they are appropriately challenged. Children are highly involved in their play and are well prepared for the next step on their learning. The childminder tends to take time to monitor any potential gaps in children's learning before raising these with parents. However, when she has identified a delay she shares with parents so that they can work together to plan to address these, seeking support from

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good

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children is good because the childminder helps children to develop a strong sense of belonging from the start. She uses her good knowledge of child development to make sure their routines and experiences are well matched to their development stage. Children are outwardly affectionate with the childminder and she is a sensitive, caring and responsive role model in return. The childminder helps children to learn to keep themselves safe; for example, she helps them learn to climb the stairs. They understand the rules and boundaries of her home because she makes this clear and she supervises play well. Therefore, children are very well-behaved. The childminder teaches children to share and take turns, for example, while building with blocks. She takes all necessary steps to reduce hazards in the home.

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provision is good

The childminder organises herself well and regularly reviews and reflects on the impact her service has. She asks parents to share their views and uses local groups to collaborate and share ideas with other childminders. She aspires to give excellent care and demonstrates she is capable of continuously improving her service following the advice or guidance from other professionals. Written comments from parents show that they value her support and professionalism. The childminder closely monitors children's overall development and is aware of support they may need to make good progress. She has a clear plan of action to support children who attend other settings or make take the step to the next level of learning, such as pre-school or school. This means the childminder understands how to best support children so they can thrive and achieve as they grow.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY411668 Local authority Milton Keynes Inspection number 831942 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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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2010 and holds a relevant childcare qualification. She lives in Downs Barn, in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. The childminder works every day, offering childcare from 7am until 6 pm. She is in receipt of funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years.

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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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