Childminder in Oxfordshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 October 2015 8 March 2011

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

p.1

This provision is good

 The quality of teaching is outstanding. The childminder has a superb understanding of how young children learn and plans extensive experiences.  Partnerships with parents are excellent. The childminder shares highly informative daily diaries and sharply focused assessments about their children's progress. She successfully encourages all parents to add their comments and suggestions regarding children's learning at home.  The childminder forms strong relationships with children and they settle into her provision quickly. She responds to their individual needs and knows how to provide a safe and welcoming environment for children to explore in confidence.  The childminder supports children's behaviour well. She constantly reminds them to share and take turns and she praises them for positive behaviours towards others.  The childminder shows a strong commitment to her ongoing professional development.

p.1

This provision is good

She makes good use of new learning and implements it very well to improve outcomes for children. For example, she has increased the range of experiences to challenge children's already strong early reading and writing skills.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always make use of every opportunity to develop children's independence fully.  The childminder does not always fully consider the opportunities in all areas of the environment when planning for the exciting activities that help children to learn about measuring, counting and shapes.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 consider opportunities in all areas of the environment when planning for the exciting activities that help children to learn about measurement, counting and shapes  provide even more opportunities for children to develop their independence.

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector conducted a tour of the premises during the inspection.  The inspector had a discussion with the children and the childminder.  The inspector observed children during activities indoors and outdoors.  The inspector sought the views from parents through written feedback.  The inspector looked at a range of relevant documentation relating to safeguarding, policies and procedures, and learning and development documents.

p.2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has a strong understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder attends regular child protection training. She has a clear understanding of what to do if she has a concern about a child's welfare. The childminder carries out thorough checks around her home and garden to minimise any risks to children. She helps them learn how to keep themselves safe. For example, she reminds them how to take care when challenging themselves on climbing frames. The childminder evaluates her provision and practice well. She uses her training to plan for children's interests and she takes account of comments from parents. This helps her to clearly identify her strengths and plan towards future improvements.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

The childminder's quality of teaching is inspiring. She has high expectations for each child and constantly challenges them. For example, she teaches young children how to use scissors with safety and make their own picture puzzles. The childminder displays children's names around her home and constantly encourages children to recognise and sound out letters. She successfully introduces technology into their play. For example, she gives children cameras to take photographs of things that interest them. The childminder develops children's understanding of the natural world exceptionally well through activities that engage children's interest and enthusiasm. For example, she encourages children to help her to fill bird feeders and they observe birds collecting the food, and children plant vegetables and fruits. The childminder provides excellent opportunities for children to learn new vocabulary and to explore materials using all their senses. For example, she

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

encourages children to collect natural items such as conkers and leaves from outside and to smell, feel and describe them.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder offers a calm, stimulating and welcoming environment. She helps children to understand the feelings of others and learn to respect each other's differences well. The childminder promotes children's healthy lifestyles well. She offers fruits in addition to their lunches provided by parents. The childminder offers children plenty of outdoor play in her garden. In addition to this, she takes children on regular walks and to local parks. Children get lots of exercise and fresh air as they extend their physical skills. The childminder forms strong links with other provisions. She shares plenty of information with other professionals to build continuity in children's learning.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress in all areas of learning. They are keen and active learners, developing well towards their next stages in learning, including their moves to school.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY414640 Local authority Oxfordshire Inspection number 832184 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

p.4

Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 8 March 2011

p.4

Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Carterton, Oxfordshire. She operates her service on weekdays all year round. The childminder has a qualification at level 3 in childcare. She is in receipt of funding for the provision of free early education for children aged three and four years old.

p.4

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.

p.4

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.

p.4

Telephone number

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/, write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk .

p.5

Telephone number

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our website for news, information and updates at www.ofsted.gov.uk/user.

p.5

Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

p.5