Childminder EY443884

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 March 2016 11 October 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 has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She provides a range of learning experiences to help children make good progress. Resources are reviewed regularly to ensure they provide appropriate challenges and meet the individual learning needs and interests of children in all areas of learning.  Children's social and emotional skills are well promoted. The childminder teaches them to take turns, share their toys and respect each other during their play. She teaches children right from wrong and encourages them to be kind and caring towards each other.  Children learn in a bright, homely and welcoming environment that is thoughtfully set out to encourage them to explore and investigate. The childminder provides a wide range of resources that stimulates children's curiosity and motivates them to learn.  Children's good health is successfully promoted. They learn about sensible hygiene

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This provision is good

practices, enjoy healthy snacks and get plenty of fresh air, participating in physical activities in the garden and out in the community.  New children settle quickly as the childminder provides gradual settling-in sessions to help them to adjust. Children demonstrate that they are comfortable in the childminder's care as they seek her out for comfort and reassurance.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although children make good progress in their literacy skills, there are not enough opportunities for them to see the written word in print.  Parents are not given enough opportunities to be actively involved in evaluating the childminder's practice so that future improvements reflect the views of those who use the 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

 provide more opportunities for children to see different types of print to further advance their literacy skills  devise ways of involving parents in evaluating the provision and take account of their views to continually drive-up standards and improve outcomes for the children who attend.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas used by the children.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self- evaluation and evidence of the suitability of the childminder and members of her household.  The inspector spoke to a small selection of parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands her role in meeting all of her legal responsibilities. She knows how to recognise signs and symptoms of abuse and who to contact should she have any concerns about children's welfare. The childminder has made positive progress in addressing the recommendations since the last inspection. She reviews the quality of her provision regularly to identify where improvements can be made. The childminder attends regular training to build on her teaching and assessment skills. Effective partnerships have been established with other settings that children attend. This enables children to enjoy continuity in their learning. A daily diary is shared with parents and the childminder uses this to maintain a good two- way flow of information about activities and routines. Ideas are also provided to help parents continue their children's learning at home.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children are provided with a wide range of interesting activities and challenging experiences. This broadens their horizons and supports them to be confident learners. Information about children's starting points is effectively gathered from parents. This helps the childminder to build on what children already know and can do well. The childminder regularly assesses their progress and has a good understanding of how children typically learn. She uses questions skilfully to help children think for themselves and engage fully in their learning. The childminder plans activities that meet children's individual learning needs, while captivating their interest. She has a good focus on developing communication and mathematics skills in particular. For example, children roll dice and count the number of places they move. They successfully identify the correct number displayed on the dice and move their counters with minimum amount of support.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are settled and happy. They demonstrate a strong sense of belonging. They have developed secure attachments to the childminder, who is very caring and attentive. As a result, children develop confidence and a positive sense of themselves. Children make independent choices about their play and quickly become familiar with daily routines. Behaviour is good as the childminder talks calmly and quietly, demonstrating how to interact positively with others. Children are provided with opportunities to take manageable risks and learn how to keep themselves safe.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points and are motivated and keen to learn. They are confident in their own abilities and are developing good social skills as they play cooperatively together. They gain the skills needed for their next steps in learning, including the eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY443884 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 1037143 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 11 October 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Sleaford. She operates from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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