Childminder 105433

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 March 2016 15 November 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 provides good teaching and an interesting range of activities that are well suited to children's interests and needs. Children make good progress in their learning and development.  The childminder has a good system for observing and assessing children's learning. She gains an accurate view of their different starting points and uses the information well to plan their next steps of learning.  Children's personal and emotional development is promoted well. Children are happy and secure in the childminder's care. They grow in confidence and self-esteem. Children show respect for others and are well behaved.  The childminder establishes strong partnerships with parents and the local community. Parents are kept well informed about their children's progress.  The childminder continually reviews her practice and takes positive action to make any needed improvements.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder's assessments and recording of children's achievement are less strong towards the end of the early years phase.  Children's opportunities to engage in creative activities are not as strong as in other areas of learning.

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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

 continue the good assessment and recording of achievement after children start in the Reception Class at school  strengthen opportunities for children to engage in creative activities.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held discussions with the childminder and observed learning activities.  The inspector and the childminder evaluated the effectiveness of some activities together.  The inspector examined a range of documentation, including children's learning records, policy statements and documents relating to safeguarding.  The inspector took account of parents' views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The experienced childminder is fully aware of her responsibility in meeting the needs of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She continually reflects on her practice and uses her experience and training to maintain a good quality service. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of child protection and safeguarding matters. She carries out thorough risk assessments to help ensure that children are safe in the setting and on outings. She is fully aware of the action to take should she have any concerns about a child's well-being.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has high expectations of what children can achieve and she provides challenging activities that engage and motivate them. The childminder asks probing questions. She engages well in discussions with children. Children have good opportunities to explore and investigate. For example, a child had fun testing the strength of different magnets and discovering how bar magnets attracted and repelled each other.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a stimulating environment where children learn and flourish. She has established a positive and warm relationship with children. Children are successfully encouraged to explore and to be independent learners. They are taught good manners and to have respect for others. Healthy lifestyles are promoted well. Children are taught the importance of healthy eating and regular exercise.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their different starting points in their learning and development. They show an enthusiasm for learning and the activities provided. The childminder successfully develops children's communication and language skills. For example, she introduces new vocabulary. Children acquire and apply language, mathematical and investigative skills well. They are well behaved and show consideration and respect for others. Children are well prepared for the next stage of their learning, including the move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 105433 Local authority Slough Inspection number 845879 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 15 November 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1983 and lives in Slough, Berkshire. She provides childcare on weekdays throughout the year.

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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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