Childminder in Oxfordshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 November 2015 9 March 2011

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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 promotes children's literacy development very well. She constantly encourages children to share stories with one another. Children practise writing their own names to label their pieces of artwork.  The childminder skilfully encourages positive behaviour and sensitively intervenes when children need support to understand the impact of their actions on others.  There is a strong two-way flow of communication with other provisions children attend. The childminder meets with other professionals regularly to share children's achievements and next stages in learning. Children make good progress in all areas of development.  The childminder and her co-childminder evaluate the service they provide accurately and effectively. The childminder takes into account the views and suggestions of parents and children to make positive improvements.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always make good use of every opportunity to encourage children to share their own thoughts and ideas in depth.  Children are not always challenged to extend their mathematical skills during their play.

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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

 make better use of good teaching skills to build on children's knowledge and interests as they play  strengthen the opportunities for children to extend their mathematical skills during their play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector conducted a tour of the premises during the inspection.  The inspector had a discussion with the children, the childminder and her co- childminder.  The inspector observed children during activities indoors.  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.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder shows good knowledge and understanding of keeping children safe. She updates her safeguarding training regularly. She is aware of the signs that may cause concern about a child's welfare and the correct reporting procedures. The childminder thoroughly assesses her home and garden to minimise any risks so that children can explore safely. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder attends regular training to help improve the outcomes for children. For example, she has improved the outdoor learning opportunities for those who prefer to learn outdoors.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how to meet children's care and learning needs. She plans effectively towards each child's individual interests and needs. The childminder encourages children to make choices in their play. Children engage in their chosen activities for long periods of time. For example, children take part in imaginative play together. They pretend to care for baby dolls as they put them down for a nap. The childminder observes and assesses children's progress accurately to help to identify any areas for further support and challenge. She works in close partnership with parents to help to build continuity of learning and care for children. For example, she consistently writes about and shares children's daily achievements and interests with parents.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a welcoming home from home environment for children to play and learn in. Children are happy and form secure attachments with her. The childminder provides plenty of opportunities for children to develop their independence. For example, she encourages children to dress and use the toilet themselves. The childminder promotes children's physical development and healthy lifestyles well. For example, children go on daily walks with the childminder and she offers them daily outdoor play in her garden. The childminder encourages parents to provide healthy and nutritious lunches and snacks. Children learn to respect each other's differences as they play and take part in activities that promote all aspects of diversity.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They learn a range of skills that prepare them for future learning and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 133938 Local authority Oxfordshire Inspection number 841023 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 9 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1993. She lives in Bicester, Oxfordshire and operates from Mondays to Fridays, all year round. Her daughter is also a registered childminder and they work together.

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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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