Childminder EY318273

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 June 2016 1 May 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

 Children enter a warm, welcoming environment. The childminder builds strong attachments with children. This helps to support children's emotional security.  The childminder uses her knowledge of how children learn and develop to provide a wide range of age-appropriate activities tailored to their individual needs.  The childminder gathers detailed information from parents about their child's needs. She regularly observes, assesses and plans for children's future learning needs.  The childminder is very caring and kind to the children and is a positive role model. Children behave well. They are confident in the daily routines and respond well to requests made of them.  The supervision of children is good. Detailed assessments of potential risks within the home, garden and when on outings are completed. The childminder takes appropriate steps to maintain a safe and secure environment.  Children develop their independence and become competent in their self-help skills.

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This provision is good

They understand good hygiene routines and learn to dress themselves in readiness for outdoor play.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not yet have robust systems in place for gathering the views of the children about the service they receive and using that to enhance her process for self-evaluation.

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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

 review procedures for seeking, evaluating and acting on the views of the children to enhance self-evaluation and drive continual improvement.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector observed an activity and discussed teaching methods with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self- evaluation and evidence of the suitability of adults within the home.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of her role in protecting children from abuse and neglect. The childminder demonstrates a good awareness of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. Clear records of children's attendance are maintained. The childminder works within required child ratios and current legislation. She works in close partnership with parents to ensure continuity of care, providing emergency care if necessary. The childminder is committed to continually developing her knowledge of good childcare. She uses information gained through training and current literature to provide good quality care. Parents speak highly of the care and learning she provides.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children successfully learn through play. The childminder knows the children well. The balance of adult-directed and child-initiated experiences is good. Observations, assessments and tracking of children's progress enable the childminder to quickly identify potential gaps in learning and take steps to reduce them. The childminder has worked hard to address the issues raised at her last inspection. Children have lots of opportunity to make marks and practise their early writing skills. The childminder supports children to write and sound out the letters in their names. She listens intently to what children have to say. The childminder skilfully asks questions and children recall past experiences and events. Children develop good hand-to-eye coordination. One example of this is when they scoop different coloured beads into different size containers. They identify different colours and pre-empt how many scoops of beads will be needed to fill a pot.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children settle well. Time is spent gradually getting to know the childminder, become familiar with her home environment and the other children. They demonstrate that they feel confident and secure. The childminder works closely with parents to ensure that children's individual needs are well met. Children are praised for trying their very best. They are supported to understand the value of sharing and taking turns. Children enjoy freshly prepared meals each day. Mealtimes are happy, relaxed occasions and the childminder encourages children to try different foods. Children develop independence and become confident in their self-help skills. The childminder promotes children's physical well-being effectively. Children get fresh air and are physically active every day. They learn about their own safety through play when outdoors. The childminder ensures safety is addressed, so children can access technology safely with her support.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress. They develop confidence and social skills that help to prepare them in readiness for starting nursery or school. Children enjoy involving the childminder in their play. They use their imagination through play to re-enact known experiences. One example of this is when they play at being doctors, using a stethoscope to listen to the heartbeats of their friends.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY318273 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 1043844 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 13 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 13

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2005 and lives in Broughton Astley, Leicestershire. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Sunday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years 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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