Childminder in Swindon

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 May 2016 2 September 2014

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 high expectations for children. She is eager for them to progress well and provides a good range of learning experiences. Children are stimulated and engaged. They make good progress from their initial starting points.  The childminder is a very good role model to children. She teaches them to understand boundaries and expectations. Children listen, follow instructions and are kind, tolerant and learning to share.  The childminder regularly takes children on outings and they have daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. Children show willingness to try new activities and test their physical skills, such as when they play in the garden and climb apparatus at the local park.  The childminder has worked hard to address the recommendations from the previous inspection. She now exchanges regular information with parents about children's progress, and encourages them to tell her what their children enjoy and can do at

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This provision is good

home. Parents comment that they value the care and support the childminder provides.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder occasionally interrupts children's opportunities to make their own decisions about their learning and enjoy good periods of child-initiated play.  The childminder does not critically review her provision and practice as effectively as possible, in order to target the highest-quality improvements.

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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

 allow children more time for uninterrupted play and to become more deeply involved in activities of their choosing  extend the ways to reflect on and evaluate practice and provision, in order to make continuous improvements in the strive towards excellence.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this had on children's learning.  The inspector sampled a range of documents, including children's information and learning records, safeguarding procedures, qualifications and training certificates, self- evaluation, attendance registers and a selection of policies and procedures.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and jointly evaluated an activity. The inspector spoke with children at appropriate times through the inspection.  The inspector took into account the parents' views from written feedback provided on the day of inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is fully aware of the procedure to follow if any concerns arise about children's welfare. In addition, she carefully assesses her premises to help ensure the environment is safe for children's use. The childminder knows the children well and understands their individual needs securely. For example, she closely monitors their progress and uses a tracking system to help assess their development and identify any gaps in their learning. The qualified childminder has a focused approach to her professional development and maintaining children's good outcomes. For example, she undertakes a wide range of training to help develop and update her knowledge and teaching skills. The childminder understands the importance of working in partnerships with other settings, such as local schools, to help ensure children's ongoing needs and progress are supported.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses her observations and assessments of children to assess their learning and to help plan effectively for the next stages in their development. The childminder supports children's communication and language skills well. For example, she uses appropriate questions and explanations to support children's developing understanding, and models new words, such as 'tickle' and 'squidgy'. Children enjoy taking part in creative activities; for example, they use a selection of materials to make their own musical instruments. Children show an interest in programmable toys. For example, they excitedly press buttons to make sounds and enjoy moving their bodies in time to the music. Children develop an early interest in reading. For example, they listen to stories, and show an interest in the words and illustrations on the page.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children demonstrate good levels of emotional well-being and have formed close and trusting relationships with the childminder. She recognises when they need time to rest and sleep, so that they are ready to play and learn. The childminder supports children in their personal-care skills and helps them understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle. For example, they independently wash their hands and eat healthy snacks and meals. The childminder teaches children to appreciate and celebrate each other's differences and similarities. She does this, for example, by celebrating a variety of relevant festivals.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop the key skills they need to prepare them for the next stages in their learning. They have good social skills, are confident and keen to explore. Children use very good early mathematical skills. They confidently count objects and organise their cars into colour groups.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY383416 Local authority Swindon Inspection number 1049184 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 1 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 2 September 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Swindon, Wiltshire. She operates her service all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant 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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