Johnson, Lynsey

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 February 2016 16 June 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

 The childminder supports children's learning and development effectively, across all ages and stages of development. Children make good progress towards the early learning goals. They are well prepared for new learning challenges as they move on to other settings and school.  Children's well-being is strongly nurtured. They form close emotional bonds with the childminder. She is very responsive to their needs throughout the day.  Children behave well. They learn to share and take care of resources. The childminder promotes good relationships, which supports children's social development, helping them to establish good friendships with each other.  Parents praise the standards of care and learning opportunities offered by the childminder. They are confident their children are safe and happy when they attend the childminder's setting.  The childminder carefully monitors children's achievements over time to ensure that

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This provision is good

any gaps in learning are quickly identified. She puts plans in place to close the gaps, so that children can continue to make good progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Opportunities for children who prefer to learn outside are not maximised.  Parents are not yet fully involved in shaping future improvements as part of the childminder's evaluation of her setting.

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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

 enhance opportunities for those children who prefer to learn outside  develop systems for self-evaluation that more fully involve parents and use their views to help shape future improvements.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at written testimonials and spoke to a small selection of parents during the inspection to gain their views.  The inspector looked at documentation, for example, the childminder's self-evaluation and evidence of her suitability to work with children.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder regularly evaluates how well she is meeting the needs of children who attend. She has high expectations and is continually improving the existing good service provided. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has robust policies and procedures in place that she implements to help ensure a safe environment for children. She knows the signs that may cause her concern about a child's welfare and the appropriate actions to follow. The childminder has a secure understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She has a relevant childcare qualification. The childminder accesses regular training events to enhance her knowledge and teaching skills. She has also established partnerships with other professionals and seeks additional advice and support, when required.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows children's different interests well, through her observations and interactions with them. Her teaching skills are strong. She incorporates children's interests effectively when planning activities across the areas of learning. Children's early literacy skills are very well supported and the childminder regularly shares stories with them. They enjoy non-fiction books and artefacts that help teach them about how people live in other parts of the world. Children's communication skills are very well supported. The childminder plays with the children and encourages them to talk about their learning, including things they are finding difficult. Parents are kept well informed about their children's progress over time. Information is shared about children's achievements and this provides valuable opportunities to enhance children's learning and development.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

There are flexible induction arrangements, to meet the needs of different children. The childminder gives children time to settle and become familiar with the setting. Children know they are welcome. The daily routines help children feel secure, which supports their well-being effectively. Resources are stimulating and accessible to all children, supporting their growing independence. Children are encouraged to play and explore. The childminder sensitively joins in with their play and praises the effort they put into their learning. This builds children's confidence and self-esteem, helping them to see themselves as competent learners. Children learn about healthy lifestyles through the nutritious snacks and meals provided. They have opportunities to be physically active.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points. This includes children who require additional support to close any gaps in their learning. They are developing key skills and attitudes so they are ready for new challenges and the move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY402234 Local authority North Lincolnshire Inspection number 850419 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 16 June 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2009 and lives in Crowle, North Lincolnshire. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 2.

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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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