Childminder EY484591

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 August 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 has embraced her role with enthusiasm and dedication. She uses self- evaluation diligently to reflect on her work, and establishes how best to provide children with supportive and memorable early years experiences. Parents' views are sought and this helps to cement the strong partnerships necessary to benefit all children.  Planning and assessment of children's progress is good. The childminder knows children well and activities are carefully considered to ensure each child is engaged and their individual learning needs accommodated. Children make good progress and are developing a keenness to learn.  The childminder has a good understanding of child development and uses her knowledge effectively to guide and support children's appropriate behaviours. When necessary, she uses timely, age-appropriate ways to distract or refocus young children, helping them to share or take turns successfully.

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This provision is good

 Children form strong emotional bonds with the childminder. They feel safe and secure in her care and confidently move around the home, independently choosing their own playthings.  The childminder provides a good range of toys and resources, both inside and out in the garden. Children's all-round development is further enhanced by visits to local groups, where they learn to socialise with a wider group of friends and become accustomed to different environments.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although friendly contact has been made, information about children's progress has yet to be regularly shared with other providers where children also attend. This means that there is potential for learning opportunities to be missed.

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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

 strengthen partnerships with other providers where children also attend to share information and promote a coordinated approach to children's care and development.

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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 discussed a planned activity with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. She looked at relevant documentation, such as self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of household members.  The inspector read letters from parents and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder understands the importance of her role and the need to continually develop her own practice. She attends training and links closely with childminding colleagues to help her improve further. Children's progress is monitored diligently and appropriate assessments, such as the progress check at age two are carried out within the required timescales. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of local procedures for reporting her concerns, and has a suitable awareness of the most recent changes to national safeguarding requirements. Within the home, children are safe due to the effective procedures for assessing potential risks and hazards. The childminder also helps children to consider their own safety and that of their friends as they play. For example, the childminder gently reminds children about safe ways to carry large toy trucks to prevent bumps to others.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children are inquisitive and enjoy exploring both inside and out. They particularly delight in feeding the pet guinea pigs with carrots, and proudly remember the names of each one. Children learn to carry out the routine safely and in doing so, show great consideration and caring. Children's communication skills are good according to their stage of development. They ask questions and confidently convey their thoughts to the childminder and friends alike. During planned activities, such as dough making, children show good levels of concentration and are keen to take part. They learn about the ingredients and enthusiastically count the spoons full of oil added to the mixture. Children make choices about the colour of their dough and show creativity as they request sparkles to be added. Children's physical development is promoted effectively, as they learn to combine the ingredients and subsequently flatten, shape and role the finished product.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are settled and happy with the childminder. They know the routines well and are beginning to develop greater independence in their self-care. For example, the childminder encourages children to put on their own shoes, and wash their hands before meals or when returning from outside play. Healthy foods are encouraged along with fresh air and exercise. Mealtimes provide ideal opportunities for children to learn good manners and chat with the childminder about their day. Afterwards, children understand the need to rest and regain their energy after a busy morning.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are developing the skills, knowledge and attitudes needed for their eventual move to pre-school or nursery. They are able to sustain their concentration on activities that interest them and are keen to investigate. Children's good progress is assured by the high level of teaching demonstrated by the childminder and the stimulating, exciting learning opportunities she provides.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY484591 Local authority Rutland Inspection number 1000833 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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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 2014 and lives in Oakham, Rutland. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Tuesday 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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Telephone number

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