Childminder EY483122

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 October 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

 Teaching is good. Children make good progress and they learn through play. The childminder actively takes the lead from the children and challenges them in their learning.  The childminder keeps parents well informed about their children's progress. For example, she provides them with accurate assessments of their ongoing development and additional information through a daily diary.  Children enjoy fun learning opportunities that support their mathematical development. A variety of materials capture their interests and help them progress well in counting.  The childminder has high expectations for behaviour and she effectively helps children to develop good manners and positive attitudes towards others.  The childminder is knowledgeable about the possible signs and symptoms that may give cause for concern. She has a good understanding of the local procedures to follow to help safeguard children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not have enough awareness of diversity, to help develop their understanding of the wider world.  The childminder does not focus enough on evaluating the quality of the provision. She does not make the best use of the views of all users to identify and target areas for development.

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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

 provide children with more experiences to extend their knowledge and awareness of diversity and the wider world  make better use of opportunities to reflect on the comments of parents and children, to target further areas for improvement.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder, discussed learning activities and assessed the quality and impact of teaching on the children's learning.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector sampled documentation including the childminder's policies and children's records.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through their written comments made available during the inspection.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation processes and plans for improvement.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder implements clear safety procedures to support children's welfare. She keeps up to date with recent changes to safeguarding matters. This helps her to prevent children from being drawn into situations which put them at significant risk of harm. The childminder has a secure understanding of her role and responsibilities, and provides parents with information about how she implements the early years foundation stage. She reflects on activities, for example she uses ideas for improvements gained from training and undertakes independent reading to improve her knowledge. This helps her to be confident and secure in her practice, and to continually develop her skills in supporting children's care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder effectively monitors children's progress and is perceptive in knowing when to move their learning on, or encourage them to consolidate skills. She supports children's play through skilful interactions and encouragement. For example, children interested in coloured rice enjoy pouring, counting, scooping and making potions. Planning and the children's next steps are shared with parents. This helps them to understand how their children's development is supported so they can continue children's learning at home. The childminder provides good explanations and guidance during activities to help older children to succeed and complete tasks. She successfully helps younger children to develop good speaking and listening skills. For example, she encourages them to think and respond to questions, and helps to extend their vocabulary.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children build close relationships with the childminder. The childminder sets clear boundaries that keep children safe and encourage respect. Children's behaviour is good. They receive regular praise and reassurance from the childminder while they engage in their play. Children's artwork is displayed and this helps them to feel part of the setting. The childminder ensures children of all ages develop a good understanding of healthy lifestyles. For example, they have opportunities for regular exercise in the garden and to visit local parks.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points. They develop the necessary skills they need so that they can move on to the next stage of their education such as school. In particular, they enhance their health, personal development and well-being significantly. Children develop early communication and numeracy skills. For example, they are confident communicators and motivated learners, as they count and recognise numbers in their play.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY483122 Local authority Oxfordshire Inspection number 997723 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 4 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 registered in 2014. She lives in Bicester, Oxfordshire and operates her service from 7.45am to 5.30pm on Monday to Friday throughout the year, except for family holidays and public holidays. The childminder holds a teaching qualification at level 6.

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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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