Childminder in Luton

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 July 2016 7 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

 The childminder has successfully addressed the actions raised at her last inspection. She has developed her systems of observation, assessment and planning to consistently work on children's next steps in learning.  The well-qualified childminder knows the children well and is clear about what each child can achieve. She ably promotes the learning and development of all groups of children to support their continued good progress.  Children are skilful communicators who learn new words rapidly and adopt the use of phrases in their play. The childminder is fluent in several languages and translates words as needed to promote children's language development. Children with limited communication demonstrate their understanding by pointing in response to questions.  The childminder promotes children's emotional well-being. She is sensitive in her attempts to involve children in activities through comfort and reassurance, and skilfully

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This provision is good

judges these times to minimise any episodes of upset or distress.  The childminder works closely with other agencies to provide targeted activities that help children in need of additional support. For example, she welcomes weekly visits from a speech therapist. In addition, she is building relationships with the other settings children attend to promote continuity for each child.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Planned activities are not always organised to minimise nearby distractions and maintain children's focus.  The childminder is not always successful in seeking the ongoing views of all parents and carers to review in the evaluation of her practice.

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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 the organisation of planned activities to make the most of all available space and minimise distractions to children's focused attention  find further ways to gather and evaluate the ongoing views of parents and carers in order to inform the evaluation of practice.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children's activities indoors and outdoors. She talked to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector observed adult-led activities and jointly discussed the intentions and learning outcomes of these with the childminder.  The inspector viewed the childminder's documentation, including policies, a self- evaluation form, training certificates and children's learning journals.  The inspector spoke with a parent during the inspection and took account of the views of other parents through recently completed questionnaires.  The inspector saw evidence of the suitability of all persons living or working on the premises and other documentation in relation to the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child at risk of harm. She robustly monitors any incidents and is aware of the correct procedures to follow in the event of a concern. The childminder reviews children's overall progress through regular assessments of their skills. As part of her continued professional development, she attends regular courses to enhance her teaching practice. The childminder is not currently using her assistant. On the occasions when she does, she monitors his practice and identifies where he may need further support. The childminder regularly evaluates the service she provides to identify her strengths and areas for development. However, she does not always actively seek and reflect on the views of all parents to help her implement change even more swiftly.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children are eager to play and choose from a wide range of resources. The childminder notes children's interests and current levels of development to plan interesting activities. Children engage in completing a selection of vibrant puzzles with the childminder. She helps them to develop their problem-solving skills by encouraging them to carefully look at the shape of each piece and turn it to fit into the correct space. Children enjoy these interactions and are proud of their achievements. However, on occasion, children momentarily experience interruptions to their attention as older children nearby engage in lively, competitive games. The childminder uses timely moments to extend children's learning and is knowledgeable on how to further develop each activity.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder gathers detailed information from parents when children start. This contributes to their initial assessments and helps ensure their care needs are consistently met. The childminder provides children with clear guidance on her expectations. Children behave well and show respect for others. They know to walk when indoors and follow boundaries. For instance, they take turns to ensure they do not exceed the number of children allowed on the trampoline. Children have many opportunities to enjoy fresh air and exercise. They visit local attractions where they move freely with confidence as they run up and down hills to observe the aeroplanes overhead. They collect flowers and weeds to feed the childminder's tortoises. The childminder makes arrangements to meet with other childminders and their children. This helps children to develop their social skills and learn how different relationships work.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make at least typical progress given their starting points. Young children are keen learners who squeal with delight when challenged with new tasks. Older children make decisions about their day and demonstrate their independence as they help themselves to drinks and healthy snacks. They develop close relationships, try to help when others are in distress and show kindness and patience with the younger or less-able children. Children become familiar with the daily routines and gain the essential skills that they require to help prepare them for future learning and, where relevant, school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY380662 Local authority Luton Inspection number 1043860 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 18

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Luton. Her usual hours of operation are from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. She also provides weekend or overnight care as required. The childminder holds a qualification at level 3 and works very occasionally with an assistant.

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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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