Childminder in Lincolnshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 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

 The childminder regularly shares information with parents about the progress children make. She also shares daily diaries and there is ongoing communication so parents are well informed and able to guide their children's learning at home.  The childminder develops good relationships with children. She gets to know their individual personalities, interests and capabilities really well. Children are very settled and happy in her care.  The childminder has a good knowledge of how children learn. She accurately assesses their progress and plans effectively for their next steps in learning. She offers children interesting and stimulating activities that help them enjoy learning.  The childminder provides children with activities that help them make progress in all aspects of their learning and development. She makes sure that resources are readily accessible so children can help themselves and lead their own learning.

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This provision is good

 The childminder provides good support for children to do things for themselves. Children select their snacks and help to prepare their own fruit. They make decisions about their play and independently select the toys that they are interested in.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not thought enough about how she can improve her own knowledge and skills, in order to raise the good quality of her provision further.  The childminder does not take enough account of the views of parents to help her identify where the provision can be improved further.  The childminder does not give parents enough support and encouragement to share information about what their children know and can do when they first join the setting, in order to help inform the assessments of the starting points for children's learning.

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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

 focus professional development on enhancing knowledge and skills further, in order to increase the potential to achieve excellent outcomes for all children  involve parents more fully in helping to identify where the provision can be improved further  give parents the support and encouragement they need to be more fully involved in the assessment of the starting points for children's learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas used by the children.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self- evaluation and evidence of her suitability to care for children.  The inspector took account of the views of parents expressed in written testimonials.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder provides a safe environment and supervises children closely at all times. She has completed child protection training. The childminder is confident of the procedures to follow, in order to protect children from harm. She meets regularly with other childminders and uses this as an opportunity to keep her knowledge of current legislation up to date. The childminder regularly checks the suitability of the environment and equipment, in order to minimise potential hazards. She completes thorough risk assessments and practises emergency evacuation drills with children. The childminder regularly tracks the progress of children to help make sure any gaps in learning are identified and closed quickly. She offers extra support to help children catch up. Parents are complimentary about the progress their children make and say they value the high levels of care their children receive.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children have good opportunities to learn and develop. They benefit from the childminder's involvement in their play. The childminder promotes their learning through daily activities that are fun and interesting. She plans activities that are linked to children's interests. Children's communication and language skills are supported well. The childminder encourages children to share their experiences and use their developing language in everyday routines and activities. Young children who are learning more than one language are praised for their developing vocabulary in both languages and this gives them the confidence to express their ideas and needs. The childminder promotes early mathematical skills well. Children identify shapes and colours and use these in their creative activities. They use potatoes as printing blocks and make patterns on paper, blending colours and shapes.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are cared for in a stimulating environment where they can choose from a good range of toys and resources. Children show that they have a strong attachment to the childminder. They listen to her and approach her for cuddles and reassurance as they need it. Dietary needs are managed well. The childminder discusses specific needs with parents, and involves children and parents in making healthy choices about what to eat to help maintain a healthy lifestyle. Children have lots of opportunities to be physically active in the fresh air. They regularly go to parks or woods and walk to and from school. Children behave well and respond to the gentle reminders of the childminder, who supports them to learn right from wrong. Children learn about communities beyond their immediate experiences and celebrate the festivals of different faiths and beliefs.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making consistently good progress in all areas of their learning and development. They are acquiring suitable skills in readiness for the next stage of their learning and their eventual move on to school. Young children learn independence skills and show determination and positive attitudes towards learning and new experiences.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY482775 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 994583 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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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 Lincoln. She operates her provision during term time only from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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Telephone number

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