Childminder in Bedford

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 September 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

 Since registering, the childminder has continued to develop her practice. She completes training and exchanges information with other childminders, using any new knowledge to benefit children. For example, children enjoy an extended variety of craft activities that helps develop their creativity.  The childminder uses her practical teaching skills to offer children interesting activities that reflect their needs and capture their attention. Children demonstrate a positive attitude and enjoy learning new skills as they play. This prepares them well for school.  Children develop a practical appreciation of diversity. They frequently use local facilities, such as toddler groups and the library. This helps them to feel that they are a part of their community. It also supports their growing awareness of differences and their ability to participate in society.  The childminder checks children's progress and acts promptly to address any weaker

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This provision is good

areas. For example, the introduction of further activities and the use of sign language support younger children's early communication skills.  The childminder works well with parents. She offers them practical ways of informing her about their children's interests and achievements at home. She also provides information about activities and lends resources that support parents in extending their children's development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On some occasions, the childminder does not make the most of opportunities to support children in fully developing their skills in thinking and solving problems for themselves.  The childminder does not always offer as many outdoor learning opportunities, in order to fully extend the development of younger children who prefer to learn outside.

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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

 extend the opportunities for children to think critically and solve problems they may encounter during daily activities and discussions  enhance the use of the outdoor area to offer younger children who prefer to learn outside further play and learning opportunities.

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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 reviewed an activity with the childminder and talked with her at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning documentation and evidence of the suitability of household members. She viewed the childminder's self- evaluation information and a range of other documentation, including the safeguarding procedures.  The inspector took account of the views of parents, as given in their written feedback to the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder regularly refreshes her training in this area, so that she is up to date with local procedures and knows how to report any concerns about children's welfare. The childminder conscientiously evaluates her practice, seeking feedback from parents and other professionals to inform this. She makes relevant changes that improve her childcare provision. For example, improved storage enables children to more easily access indoor resources and make further choices about their play. The childminder has practical procedures to support her in exchanging information with other childcare providers that children attend, so their care is consistent.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans activities well. She observes children as they play and offers further resources. This is one of the ways in which she encourages children to explore. For example, children playing with water enjoy exploring ice cubes containing toy animals. However, the childminder misses some opportunities to encourage children to think in more depth and solve problems as they encounter them. The childminder considers activities carefully, ensuring that children actively participate in these. The simultaneous use of tables of varying sizes means that children of different ages enjoy exploring water and bubbles. They eagerly babble to each other and access the range of cups, scoops and sieves. The childminder takes note of children's interests and uses these as a way of building on their learning. Children's interest in animals is extended as they visit a farm, read associated books and play with toy farm vehicles. Activities, such as these, support

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

children in developing their early reading skills and their understanding of the natural world.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder builds professional partnerships with parents, so that she understands their children's needs and helps them to settle and feel secure. Children respond positively to the childminder's praise and encouragement. Even very young children enthusiastically celebrate their own achievements and those of their peers. This builds children's self- esteem and helps them to develop the emotional stability that supports them when they start school. The childminder helps children to understand their emotions and behaviour, so that they learn to manage these. She makes good use of mealtimes to talk with children about the importance of a healthy diet. Children enjoy activities that support their physical development. They learn to climb and balance safely as they use large-play equipment, such as slides and climbing frames.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are making good progress. They are eager to learn and show a confident approach when faced with new experiences. They are developing the essential skills that support them as they learn and prepare for the move to school. The childminder provides opportunities that encourage children to work together and offers them sensitive support in this. For example, young children work together to plant vegetable seeds.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY482821 Local authority Bedford Borough Inspection number 993731 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 4 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 Bedford. She operates all year round from 7.15am to 5.15pm, on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 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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