Childminder EY333294

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 July 2016 15 March 2013

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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 taken appropriate action to address the issue relating to safety and children's learning and development raised at the last inspection. As a result of this the gate at the front of her home is now secured with a padlock so children cannot leave unsupervised.  The childminder now provides visual aids within the environment to support children's awareness of patterns, numbers and shapes. Children choose from a wider variety of resources when playing outdoors to support their physical development.  Children's health and well-being are well supported. They learn about foods that are good for their bodies and are able to rest according to their needs in order to regain energy.  The childminder spends time supporting children to settle into her care. She gathers detailed information from parents which forms the basis of the care she provides, taking account of their individual needs. Daily discussion informs parents of their child's

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This provision is good

day and progress they are making.  Children develop the key skills that support their future learning. They become independent in everyday routines, develop confidence and make informed choices, leading their own play.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although the childminder completes mandatory training she has not looked at the broader professional development opportunities to enhance her knowledge and skills even further.  The childminder does not make best use of feedback and comments from parents to inform her self-evaluation process and build on the improvements to 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

 make the most of a broader range of professional development opportunities to extend and strengthen knowledge and skills and improve the quality of teaching further  take account of the views of parents as part of the self-evaluation process to help in identifying and determining areas for further improvement to enhance outcomes for children.

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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, her co-childminder and assistant.  The inspector took account of the written views provided by parents for the inspector about the service they receive.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has taken effective steps to make improvements since her last inspection. She works closely with her assistant and co-childminder to ensure that the needs of the children are known and met effectively and to monitor practice. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The safety of the children is paramount. The childminder is fully aware of her role in protecting children from abuse and neglect. Potential risks within the home and garden are identified and minimised. Security within the setting is good and parents and visitors can only enter when invited in by the childminder, her assistant or co- childminder. Policies and procedures that support the service are shared with parents. They access up-to-date information online about forthcoming dates for their diaries and see pictures reflecting their children involved and enjoying a wide variety of activities.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children happily say goodbye to their parents and settle quickly into their chosen activity. Resources are well maintained and easily accessible which enables children to make choices and lead their own play. The childminder engages children easily. She encourages children's emerging language and communication skills well. An example of this is asking questions, reinforcing new words and taking time to listen to what the children have to say. Children enjoy using malleable material. They roll, pat and manipulate it into different shapes, for example, making worms by rolling between their hands. Children learn about the living world and how things grow and develop. They are currently observing the changes that take place as caterpillars evolve into butterflies.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are active, enthusiastic and love spending time outdoors in the fresh air. They use a wide variety of resources to support their physical development and like to run, climb and explore the outdoors. Children learn to care for their friends, share and negotiate with favourite toys so they can all play with them. The childminder and her assistant support children's confidence and self-esteem. They acknowledge children's achievements and efforts which they share with parents. Children's dietary needs are well known by the childminder, her assistant and co-childminder and steps taken to ensure that these are adhered to. Mealtimes are relaxed social occasions. Children follow clear hygiene routines before and after eating.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and development. They make independent choices with regard to their play. Children have many opportunities to make marks and practise their early writing skills. The see print in the environment and enjoy books. The childminder supports children to gain the key skills needed in readiness for the move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY333294 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 1042910 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 5 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 11

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 15 March 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006. She lives in Daventry, Northamptonshire. She works with another childminder and an assistant. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.15pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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