Childminder in Buckinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 September 2015 16 February 2012

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder provides a range of exciting and appealing activities, and carefully plans daily routines, so that all children are well motivated to learn. This encourages children to enjoy learning and become actively involved in their play, and they make good progress in their learning.  The childminder completes good assessments of children's development and shares these regularly with parents. She understands what support children need to close any gaps in learning and to maintain typical progress for their age. Therefore, she gives a good level of support to children and they develop well.  The childminder conducts regular reviews of her practice and sets goals to expand her good skills, knowledge and practice. This includes reviewing her teaching skills to identify where it would be beneficial to improve her knowledge. As a result, teaching is consistently strong.  The childminder gives clear messages about rules and boundaries. She uses praise and

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This provision is good

positive reinforcement to encourage good behaviour. As a result, children become confident learners and behave well.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder values the differences between children's families and others, however, does not explore ways to use these enhance their understanding of the world and their place in it.  The childminder does not make the most of all opportunities to enhance children's understanding of risk and how to keep themselves safe. For example, she does not regularly involve them in learning how to evacuate the premises in an emergency.

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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

 promote further children's understanding of the differences between each other and their families during their daily play and activities  provide activities that extend children's awareness of how to keep themselves safe.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector reviewed a range of documents, including policies and procedures and children's records.  The inspector observed children's play activities in the childminder's home.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder manages her provision well. She regularly asks parents for their opinions of her service, using their comments to evaluate her performance. In doing so, she improves the quality of her teaching. Children make good progress in their learning. The childminder works well with other settings to make sure children receive a consistently high level of support to develop. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibilities to raise concerns about children's welfare and safety, and is aware of the process to follow regarding local child protection procedures.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder works with parents to build an initial assessment of children's development. She uses this information to form starting points and then monitors children's progress as an ongoing process. She uses her monitoring to make sure children are steadily improving their skills. Children participate in a variety of activities. For example, they explore the texture and movement of sensory materials, such as play dough. Children learn about quantity and use simple mathematical language in their play, and learn new skills during everyday routines. The childminder introduces new activities to broaden children's play experiences, and helps children develop the physical, social and communication skills they need for their next stage of learning. She makes sure expectations of children's abilities are appropriate to them, so they always receive a good level of challenge in the tasks she sets.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children form secure attachments to the childminder. They trust her, and in turn she fosters their curiosity and self-assurance. The childminder has created a warm and welcoming environment, with resources that promote children's skills well. Children are able to choose whether they wish to play indoors or out, and receive plenty of fresh air and exercise. The childminder promotes healthy eating and makes sure children have access to drinks throughout the day. Children learn to master different equipment, such as using utensils at snack time, and choose activities and resources for themselves. This encourages their independence and builds their confidence. The childminder provides children with a range of experiences that allows them to learn about the people and cultures beyond their own experiences. This helps promote a healthy and respectful attitude towards others and diversity.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning from their initial starting points and they are well prepared with the skills needed for the next stage of their learning, such as school. As a result, children's outcomes are good.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY435204 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 824052 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 16 February 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. She holds a relevant level 3 qualification. She offers care all year round, from 7.45am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.

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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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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