Childminder EY489000

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 September 2016 20 January 2016

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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 observes children closely to help her plan effectively for their next steps in learning. She skilfully supports children's development, such as through using activities they enjoy. Children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder has warm and caring relationships with children and they develop high levels of independence. Children thrive in her care  Children behave well. They are polite and considerate to each other. They make good friendships and learn to play well together.  The childminder constantly reflects on her practice and makes changes that have a positive impact on outcomes for children. For instance, she regularly reviews her resources to help her provide for children's changing needs.  Parents have an active role in their children's learning. The childminder shares details of the children's learning and development with parents and helps them to build on this at

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always make the most of opportunities to encourage children to develop their early mathematical skills, such as by encouraging children to compare sizes and shapes to build on their understanding in different activities.  The childminder does not make the most of opportunities to further encourage children to explore, investigate and discover the natural world.

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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

 build on opportunities for younger children to explore and investigate the natural world  support children more effectively to develop their early mathematical skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at the areas of the home used for childminding.  The inspector observed the childminder playing and interacting with the children during a range of activities.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and checked evidence of the childminder's suitability and qualifications.  The inspector discussed activities with the childminder in relation to observations of the children's play, learning and progress.  The inspector took account of the views of parents expressed in their written comments.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of how to recognise any concerns about a child's welfare and she has detailed information about who to contact to report her concerns. She is well organised, professional and committed to improving her practice since her previous inspection. For example, she now has comprehensive learning records in place for each child . The childminder monitors children's progress and the activities closely to help her identify and close any gaps as quickly as possible. She continually develops her practice, such as by making good use of networking opportunities. The childminder regularly invites feedback from parents and welcomes their comments to help her improve her provision.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children develop good early reading and writing skills. For example, older children write letters to form their names and younger children use chalks outside for drawing. The childminder uses activities, such as the stories children choose, to extend children's learning throughout the day. For instance, she encourages children's creativity as they cut out paper porridge bowls and use glue, paint and porridge oats to decorate them. Children develop good communication and speaking skills. The childminder asks thought-provoking questions and gives children sufficient time to think and respond. She reinforces the correct pronunciation of words, such as repeating words to children while they play. Children develop good imaginative skills, for instance, they engage in role play using toy vehicles and figures of people from different cultural backgrounds.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder ensures that settling-in sessions are highly individual to help children feel secure very quickly. She helps children to develop high levels of self-confidence. For example, older children attend to their personal needs well and younger children choose and prepare their snacks. Children like to learn about other cultures, for instance, by sharing their experiences and learning about each other's traditions. Children develop good physical skills; they use the large fixed play equipment with care and skill. Children are extremely confident, happy and settled. Overall, they take part in a wide range of stimulating activities that interest them and motivate them to learn.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children play very well together. They learn to negotiate, share and take turns. They are highly independent, and make choices and decisions about their play. Children develop strong social skills and become confident communicators. They concentrate on activities well and are eager to learn. Children are well prepared for their future learning and for the eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY489000 Local authority Gloucestershire Inspection number 1057997 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 20 January 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. She provides care from Monday to Thursday, from 7.30am to 6pm, all year with the exception of familyholidays and bank holidays. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification at level 2.

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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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