Childminder in Wokingham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 October 2015 5 May 2010

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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

 Children benefit from the warm, nurturing care the childminder provides. This enables them to become confident individuals.  Children's behaviour is good because the childminder sets out clear expectations and boundaries, which help them to be respectful towards others.  Children make good progress in all aspects of their learning, ready for future education. The childminder effectively follows the children's changing interests. They show good levels of independence and self-esteem.  The childminder plans, monitors and assesses children's learning well, enabling her to support children in the next stages of their learning and development.  The childminder has established effective partnerships with parents to promote children's continuity of care and learning. Parents are very positive about the childminder's service.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always encourage children to explore a range of musical experiences during their play to strengthen their creative skills further.  The childminder does not always make the most of opportunities to develop children's interest in books and their early reading skills.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 keep a written record of the safeguarding procedures to be followed, for the protection of children being cared for. 30/10/2015

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Due Date

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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Due Date

 increase opportunities for younger children to explore musical experiences during their play to develop their creativity further  strengthen children's enjoyment in books with a range of opportunities to support their early reading skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children playing and their interactions with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector held joint discussions with the childminder in relation to observations of the children's play, learning and progress.  The inspector checked evidence of the qualifications and suitability of the childminder and household members.  The inspector sampled written observations, and a selection of policies and children's records.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibilities in relation to the Early Years Foundation Stage. Since the last inspection, the childminder has improved how she assesses children's progress. This includes completing a progress check for children aged between two and three years. The childminder keeps herself up to date with changes in current practice. She makes good use of opportunities to discuss practice with other professionals, to research new ideas and check that her provision is meeting the needs of parents and children. Consequently, she is able to identify her strengths and areas for improvement. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder minimises any risks in her home and on outings and supervises children well. The childminder has a good knowledge of safeguarding matters and is confident about the procedures to take should she have a concern about a child in her care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good knowledge of how children learn. She uses this knowledge to encourage activities that reflect their interests and capabilities. The childminder models how to use resources and asks questions that encourage children to think as they develop skills for the future. For example, children are encouraged to use a range of equipment to help extend their writing skills. As a result, children are motivated, and participate in games and activities with enthusiasm. The childminder works closely with parents to identify what children need to do next and this complements their learning at home. The childminder has good procedures to work with other settings that children attend. The good partnership working helps promote continuity in children's care and learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder effectively supports children's emotional and physical well-being as she knows the children well. Children enjoy spending time with the childminder. The childminder is sensitive to the children's individual needs. She helps children to identify their feelings and learn appropriate behaviours. The childminder praises their achievements, for example, as they help to tidy up the toys. Children learn how to put on their own shoes and coats before going outdoors. Children develop good physical skills and regularly enjoy fresh air and exercise in the childminder's garden. They make regular visits in the local community where they develop their social skills, as they meet other adults and children. The childminder teaches children how to manage reasonable risks, such as road safety.

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Outcomes for children are good

Younger children make good progress in their learning and development. They develop good mathematical skills and learn to communicate effectively. This helps ensure that children are ready for the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 148403 Local authority Wokingham Inspection number 841813 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 3 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1995. She lives in Woodley, near Reading, Berkshire and operates her service from Monday to Thursday, all year round.

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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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