Childminder in Buckinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 June 2016 Not applicable

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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 regularly observes children and accurately tracks their development. She plans a range of challenging activities and extends child-initiated play, effectively supporting children's next steps in learning. This contributes to the good progress children make.  Children are eager to join in with activities and they approach their play with enthusiasm. They enjoy making safe and independent choices from the activities available to them. The childminder successfully follows children's lead when joining in with their play. She provides a safe and secure environment which children are confident to explore.  The childminder provides a warm, welcoming and homely environment. Toys and resources are easily accessible to children and they make choices about their own play.  The childminder has a good understanding of her roles and responsibilities with regard to safeguarding children's welfare. She has attended training on child protection to

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This provision is good

secure her knowledge.  The childminder has high expectations for behaviour which are appropriate for the age of children who attend. She manages behaviour effectively to help children develop an understanding of what is expected of them. Children are kind, friendly and are learning to take turns.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not use every opportunity to enable children to consolidate and extend their speaking and thinking skills.  The childminder does not routinely seek the views of parents as part of her self- evaluation to raise the quality of the provision to a higher level.

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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

 give children more opportunities to consolidate and extend their speaking and thinking skills, especially when talking to them and asking them questions  include the views of parents as part of rigorous evaluation to help identify further developments which have a positive impact on raising the quality of the provision even higher.

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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 was given a tour of the areas of the home used for childminding purposes.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's evidence of her suitability and that of other adults in the household.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, risk assessments and a sample of policies.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder is well qualified and uses her knowledge to improve outcomes for children. She attends all mandatory training as well as workshops to update her skills and knowledge further. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of the action to take should she have any concerns about the welfare of a child in her care. She manages risks to children so that the possibility of accidents is minimised. The childminder monitors children's development accurately, showing how much progress they have made across the different areas of learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

When children first attend the setting, parents contribute to initial assessments. The childminder closely monitors children's learning and development. She quickly identifies any gaps in learning, using children's interests to focus on the areas in which they need support. Children are provided with a well-organised environment where they can access age-appropriate resources to support their learning. They enjoy choosing toys for themselves and this helps to enhance their independence and confidence. Children make good progress from their starting points. The childminder displays good teaching skills. She sits and plays with the children, talking to them about taking turns. This helps develop their social skills. The childminder supports children's imaginative development well. For example, she uses role play resources to encourage children to engage in pretend play.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder organises settling-in visits to help children become comfortable in her setting. These visits enable the childminder to gain information from parents about the care, learning and development of their child. For example, she asks about any special dietary needs and what their child can already do independently. Children are learning about healthy lifestyles and have regular access to physical exercise in the garden or on outings in the local environment. The childminder helps children learn how to keep themselves safe through positive care practices, daily routines and activities. She supports children to develop their independence skills, helping to prepare them well for their future learning. She offers consistent praise and encouragement to children, helping to support their confidence and self-esteem. The childminder is a good role model, demonstrating good manners. She supports children to learn social skills, such as sharing and taking

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are motivated and determined. They make good progress because the childminder knows how to promote their learning and development successfully. Children are very happy in the childminder's home. They have built strong relationships with the childminder. They are able to confidently communicate their needs and are learning to independently manage their care needs. Children show they can attend to tasks and concentrate on things that interest them. They are developing the appropriate skills and attitudes in readiness for their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY458424 Local authority Ealing Inspection number 1040117 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 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2013 and lives in Acton in the London Borough of Ealing. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. She 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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Telephone number

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