Childminder, Out-of school day care in Gloucestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 November 2016 2 May 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 has a clear understanding of how children learn and how she can effectively support their development. This successfully contributes to the good progress children make from their starting points.  The childminder provides well-organised learning environments where children safely access a wide range of toys and resources. This helps them develop good independence as they confidently choose what to play with.  The childminder has developed good partnerships with parents and others. She regularly exchanges information about children's progress. This supports children's learning and achievement effectively in her setting, at home and in other settings that they attend.  The childminder regularly reflects on her work and makes changes that improve her practice and have a positive impact on outcomes for children. For example, she reviews the activities and experiences she provides each day to ensure children are engaged

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This provision is good

well and that their learning needs are met.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully extend all opportunities for older children to practise their early writing skills to help support their literacy development.  The childminder does not make the best use of opportunities to help children gain an understanding of different traditions in the wider community.

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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

 increase the opportunities for children to develop and practise their writing skills to extend their literacy development  provide more experiences for children to learn about people's different communities and traditions.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at the areas of the home used for childminding.  The inspector observed the childminder playing and interacting with the children during a range of activities.  The inspector discussed the childminder's policies and checked evidence of the childminder's suitability checks and qualifications.  The inspector discussed activities with the childminder in relation to observations of the children's play, learning and progress.  The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to and those expressed in their written comments.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has updated her knowledge and understanding of safeguarding, such as the signs that children are at risk of being exposed to extreme ideas about right and wrong. The childminder completes regular risk assessments to identify and minimise any hazards to children. She continues to improve her knowledge, skills and good practice. For example, since the last inspection she has completed an early years qualification. This has continually supported her well to improve outcomes for children. The childminder welcomes the views of the parents using her service to identify further ways of developing the good care and learning she provides.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder regularly reviews children's progress to check for any gaps in their individual learning. This helps to ensure that children are learning and developing well. The childminder helps children develop good speaking and listening skills. For instance, she sits and plays with children and talks to them about what they are doing. Children who speak English as an additional language begin to communicate well and develop a good level of understanding. Children gain an interest in early reading, for example, they select books and enjoy stories with the childminder. They delight in exploring and investigating the natural environment, such as when they play in the garden.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is kind and welcoming, and children form strong relationships with her. This contributes towards children being very happy and settled in the childminder's home. Children's independence is encouraged effectively. For example, they confidently make choices about where they want to play and select resources for themselves. The childminder develops children's understanding of healthy lifestyles. For example, she plans many opportunities for outside play and provides a well-balanced diet. She encourages children to lead their own learning and builds their confidence in their own abilities. The childminder is a good role model, such as helping children learn how to be kind and considerate towards others. Children behave well and demonstrate a strong sense of positive self-assurance.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are motivated and enthusiastic learners. They have good levels of concentration that enables them to complete tasks, such as building the train track, helping to support their self-esteem. Children's mathematical skills develop exceptionally well. For example they competently count and talk about the different size and shape of toys and resources during all activities. Children eagerly engage in learning opportunities that support the skills they need for their future learning and in readiness for their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY349177 Local authority Gloucestershire Inspection number 1062053 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 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2007. She lives in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. The childminder provides care from Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 5.30pm, all year except for family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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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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