Greenslade Lynn

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 October 2016 6 March 2013

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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

 Children feel very welcome, valued and secure. The childminder supports them to develop high levels of self-esteem. For example, she listened intently as children looked through their personal photograph albums and happily talked about their families.  The childminder provides plenty of exciting opportunities to help children to develop strength in their hands and coordination, in preparation for early writing. For example, they developed their good physical skills as they manipulated magnetic sand into different shapes by rolling, moulding and using tools.  The childminder has recently gained a relevant qualification, which has helped her to maintain good outcomes for children. For example, the training has supported her in identifying patterns in children's behaviour and providing activities that complement their individual interests and the way they prefer to learn.  The childminder develops strong partnerships with other early years settings to ensure

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This provision is good

they provide complementary experiences for children that support good progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder occasionally misses opportunities to extend children's understanding of mathematical concepts, such as introducing older children to simple calculations.  The childminder does not consistently gather information from parents about all areas of their children's learning to help her to establish their developmental starting points and plan more accurately from the outset.

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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

 make the most of activities to support children's developing mathematical knowledge and skills  consistently gather more detailed information from parents about every aspect of their children's learning and development, to establish their starting points and support planning from the outset.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and assessed the quality of the interactions between children and the childminder.  The inspector held discussions with parents and carers and took into account their views, along with parents' written testimonials.  The inspector spoke to children and the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at documentation, including children's records, policies and procedures.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her self-evaluation and the impact of her professional development on children's outcomes.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of her role and responsibility in keeping children safe from harm. She knows what to do if she has concerns about children's welfare. The childminder and her assistant have received training to support them in identifying and managing child protection issues. The childminder uses self-evaluation effectively to monitor the quality of her provision and identify where she can support children and parents better. For example, the childminder has developed systems to provide parents with more information about children's care and progress, to support them in extending children's learning at home.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a wealth of experience in looking after and educating children. She uses her accurate assessments to plan activities based on what children need to learn next. The childminder quickly identifies when children need extra support and she competently uses strategies to help them to gain the skills they need. The childminder supports children to develop communication and language skills effectively. For example, she reads stories well and uses enjoyable games to help children to make letter sounds. The childminder takes opportunities to develop children's mathematical skills; for example, by teaching them to count, to sort and to recognise shapes. Children benefit from visits to nature reserves, parks and the theatre, where they learn about the wider world.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and self-assured in the childminder's home. On arrival, they are excited to greet their friends and explore the wide range of good quality toys and resources. Children behave well. The childminder supports children to play harmoniously together and to be patient during activities. For example, she uses gentle reminders and clear explanations about the importance of being kind and fair. Children enjoy healthy lifestyles. For example, they take regular exercise and are keen to taste a wide variety of nutritious foods. Children's safety is a high priority for the childminder. For example, she provides high-visibility jackets for children during outings and she monitors the safety of the play environment well.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress, given their starting points. Children have positive attitudes towards their learning and develop high levels of independence. For example, they put on their own outdoor clothing and help to make their own meals. Children have the confidence and skills to support them as they move to the next stages of their education. For example, they listen carefully to each other, have long concentration spans and are eager and motivated learners.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 136243 Local authority South Gloucestershire Inspection number 1061401 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 5 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 6 March 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1989. She lives with her husband, who works as her assistant, in Yate, South Gloucestershire. Childminding takes place between 8am and 6pm, from Monday to Friday, for most weeks of the year. The childminder holds a level 3 qualification in early years. She receives funding to provide early years education for children aged three and four years.

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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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