Childminder EY473915

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 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 has a good awareness of how young children learn and develop and plans activities that interest and excite them.  The childminder carries out regular observations and assessments of children's progress. This helps her to identify and address any gaps in their learning.  Partnership with parents are good. Parents are well informed about the progress their children are making and how they can extend their learning at home.  Children form close emotional bonds with the childminder. She is kind, caring and responds well to their individual needs. Gradual settling-in sessions are used to introduce new children to the setting. This helps them to settle quickly, raises their self- confidence and makes sure that they are ready to learn.  The childminder is passionate about providing good quality care and learning opportunities for all children. She regularly attends training and applies her knowledge

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This provision is good

and skills to support her good practice.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder's evaluation of her practice does not focus well enough on where the quality of teaching could be built upon in order to help children achieve outstanding progress in their learning.  The childminder does not gather enough information from parents about what their children already know and can do when they first start at the setting.

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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

 improve the focus of the evaluation of the setting in order to raise the already good standard of teaching to the highest level  seek more detailed information from parents about children's current capabilities when children first start in order to precisely identify their learning and development needs from the outset.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder engaging with children in a range of learning activities.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and engaged with children during the inspection.  The inspector looked at documentation, including a selection of policies and procedures and children's learning records.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and the suitability of all persons in the household aged over 16 years.  The inspector looked at and discussed the childminder's improvement plans and self- evaluation form.  The inspector jointly observed and evaluated an activity with the childminder.  The inspector considered parents' views through reading written comments and speaking to one parent.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder ensures that she regularly attends child protection training. She is confident of the procedure to follow to report concerns in line with Local Safeguarding Board guidelines. The childminder maintains a safe and secure environment and she supervises children well. She has made links with local childminders and seeks the advice of other professionals in order to identify areas of practice to improve upon. The childminder is very organised and efficient. She regularly shares her policies with parents which ensures that they are knowledgeable about the service she provides.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a stimulating environment for children to explore. Toys and resources are readily accessible for children to select independently. This enables them to play at their own pace. The childminder uses observations of children during play to help her plan for their next steps of learning. Children's communication and language skills are promoted very well. The childminder extends their vocabulary by introducing new words as they play. She also values babies efforts when using new words as she repeats their attempts and praises them for their newly acquired skills. The childminder promotes early mathematical skills for children. For example, she introduces counting as children use spoons to fill containers with sand. Children's physical skills are given good consideration. The childminder encourages them to learn new skills, such as climbing the steps to the slide. She actively gets involved in children's play. Children squeal with delight as she

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

repeatedly pretends to hide during a game of peek-a-boo.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and confident in the childminder's welcoming, family home. Parents speak fondly about the childminder and are happy with the way she has helped their children to settle into her care. Children are learning about the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle. The childminder encourages them to wash their hands before mealtimes. She provides children with a variety of healthy meals and snacks and they access the outdoor area every day. Children are encouraged to become independent. The childminder praises them for their attempts when using a spoon to eat their yoghurt. Children develop positive behaviours and attitudes that promote tolerance and mutual respect. The childminder is a good role model. She encourages children to use good manners and reinforces the need to say please and thank you at appropriate times.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are enthusiastic learners who enjoy the time they spend with the childminder. They learn to listen and follow instructions very well, helping to tidy away the toys before moving on to the next activity. All children make good progress in their development. They are well prepared for their next stage of learning and for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY473915 Local authority Herefordshire Inspection number 988776 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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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 Hereford. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She also provides overnight care.

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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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