Childminder EY452331

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 November 2016 25 February 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

 The childminder knows the children well and provides resources to interest and engage them. Children are motivated to learn and make good progress.  The childminder monitors children's progress effectively to help them move forward in their learning, and to provide further challenges for them. She shares this information with parents to help them support their children's learning at home.  Children develop good physical skills. For example, they climb up the slide, use funnels and jugs to pour water, and use scissors to cut the dough.  The childminder helps children to keep safe. For example, she completes regular safety checks to identify and minimise hazards. She follows good hygiene procedures and teaches children to do the same, such as washing hands before meals.  The childminder is committed to providing a good quality service for children and families. For example, she keeps up to date with new developments in childcare and

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This provision is good

meets with other childminders to share good practice.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not consistently have opportunities to explore and develop their imaginative and creative play.  The childminder has not fully considered how to extend the range of opportunities for children to develop their early writing skills.

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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 more opportunities for children to explore and develop their imaginative and creative play  develop further the range of ways for children to explore mark making to help extend their early writing skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder and children interacting together.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at convenient times during the inspection.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder in relation to observations of the children's play, learning and progress.  The inspector looked at a sample of documents, such as evidence of suitability checks, training records and children's records.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has moved house since her last inspection and reflects well on the improvements she has made. For example, she has provided a dedicated play area with low-level storage to help children choose their toys independently. She has also produced a 'welcome booklet' to inform new parents about her setting. The childminder seeks feedback from others to help improve her practice. For example, she took advice and updated her range of books to reflect different backgrounds and cultures. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands her role to protect children and is familiar with new guidance, such as possible signs of extreme behaviours. She knows the process to follow if she has concerns about the welfare of children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. For example, she uses relevant mathematical language to describe when items are heavy or too big. She introduces children to the value of money when they role play shops. Children enjoy sharing stories with the childminder. They snuggle up together and laugh at the funny pictures. The childminder uses this time effectively to help extend their communication. For example, she names the animals in the pictures, which helps children to learn to recognise the initial sounds of words. The childminder works in partnership with other settings that children attend to help provide consistency in their care and learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children settle quickly and build positive relationships with the childminder and each other. For example, she finds out about their families and talks to children about them. Children become familiar with the childminder's routines. For example, they know to sit at the table for snacks and they find their individual bags and coats. The childminder helps children to gain a good understanding of healthy lifestyles. For example, she provides healthy snacks and introduces them to foods such as cucumbers and tomatoes during role play. Children enjoy regular opportunities for fresh air and exercise. The childminder makes good use of outings and trips. She teaches children about their local community and the environment when visiting parks and toddler groups.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are independent. For example, younger children drink well from cups. They listen and respond to simple instructions, such as when the childminder changes them. Older children count confidently and ask and respond to questions. They engage in meaningful conversations about their families and recall previous outings and events. They use complex words in the right context, such as describing when things are 'underneath' something. Children are ready for the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY452331 Local authority Medway Towns Inspection number 1062965 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 25 February 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Walderslade, in Kent. She is available to work each weekday from 7.30am to 6pm for most of the year.

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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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