Childminder EY311097

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 October 2016 24 April 2013

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1

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This provision is outstanding

 The childminder accurately assesses children's starting points and ongoing development, and expertly identifies children's interests and next steps for learning. He monitors children's progress meticulously, swiftly addresses any gaps in their development and ensures children reach their full potential.  The childminder interacts extremely well with children. Children are highly enthusiastic and thoroughly enjoy their time engaging in play with children of different ages. They behave exceptionally well and form exceptionally strong bonds and secure relationships with the childminder and each other.  The childminder gives excellent attention to supporting children's speech and language skills. For example, he consistently focuses on children's interests, introduces new words and skilfully encourages them to use their imagination during play.  The childminder has established highly effective partnerships with children's parents.

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This provision is outstanding

Children receive tailored support and learn the skills they need for the next stage in their education.  The childminder has excellent relationships with other settings that children attend. He shares highly informative information on children's learning and offers an exceptional level of consistency in their 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

 develop even further the learning opportunities for those children who enjoy playing outdoors.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held discussions with the childminder, his co-childminder and children throughout the inspection.  The inspector observed the interaction between the childminder and children during activities, and held discussions about children's learning and behaviour.  The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used for childminding.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation including policies and procedures, risk assessments and the children's learning and assessment records.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder and held discussions with him in relation to observations of the children's play, learning and progress.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is outstanding

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows how to act appropriately, should he have concerns about child protection. Risk assessments are thorough and highly effective. The childminder ensures all children consistently receive excellent care and play experiences. For example, he is extremely organised and uses self-evaluation exceptionally well to evaluate his high-quality provision and to focus on specific areas for improvement. The outstanding childminder is highly motivated and continues to keep up to date with his professional development. For example, he consistently reflects on his practice through research and training, and astutely draws on this information to help ensure his care and teaching are exceptional.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

The childminder challenges children to achieve beyond the levels of development for their age. He consistently involves children in activities and offers them excellent first-hand opportunities to problem solve. For example, very young children focused intently on connecting together the marble run. They slotted marbles down different holes and made predications as to whether the marbles might move slower or faster. Children laughed and giggled as they continued to play. They actively joined in discussions and showed excellent vocabulary for their age. The childminder fosters children's love of books extremely well.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

Children gain a firm understanding of people, families and communities, and flourish in the warm and caring environment. The childminder consistently encourages children to make independent decisions and supports children's lifestyles extremely well. For example, very young children adopt strategies to keep themselves safe and show an excellent understanding about healthy food choices. The childminder provides slightly fewer play opportunities for children who enjoy developing their interests outdoors. Nevertheless, children persevere at their tasks and are extremely willing to have a go and learn new skills. Parents are extremely happy with the excellent support and care he gives them and their children.

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Outcomes for children are outstanding

Children are extremely active learners, confidently initiate ideas, and are expressive communicators. They show high levels of concentration and are exceptionally imaginative and resourceful. Children eagerly explore sand, water and playdough with enthusiasm. Very young children skilfully use numbers for counting during everyday activities and explore an early understanding of weight and measurement. Children are gaining the essential skills and attitudes for their next stage in learning such as pre-school or school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY311097 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 1061927 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 24 April 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006. He lives in Fareham, Hampshire. The provision operates from 6.30am to 6pm on Monday to Friday, all year round.

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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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