Childminder EY450993

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 October 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 updates her knowledge and skills effectively. For example, she visits other settings to develop her ideas and improve her practice. This has led her to encourage older children more to support the younger ones during activities.  Children develop good mathematical and physical skills. For example, the childminder teaches them about weight and capacity, and supports them to develop control of their movements when using jugs and spoons.  The childminder keeps parents well informed of their children's learning. Parents receive good information about children's activities and use daily diaries, to support learning opportunities at home.  Children's behaviour is good. The childminder has clear boundaries and supports children well to learn what is acceptable. Children learn to respect each other and the environment.  Children enjoy a good range of interesting activities, for example, to use 'song bags'

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This provision is good

that help them to make choices and learn new songs.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not use every available method to support children to adapt to changes in routines, to help them feel more secure about changes throughout the day.  The childminder does not take every opportunity to extend children's understanding of how a healthy diet contributes to their good health.

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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

 help children further manage their own feelings and adapt to changes in routines  support children to understand more about how a healthy diet helps to keep them healthy.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector held an interview with the childminder about her understanding of the welfare and learning requirements.  The inspector spoke to children at appropriate times during the day.  The inspector read written statements from parents about their views of the provision.  The inspector viewed a range of documentation including assessment records of children's progress, safeguarding procedures and the childminder's qualifications.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a strong understanding of safeguarding requirements. She shares her knowledge and policies with parents, helping to keep children safe. The childminder has recently completed an early years qualification, helping her to consistently evaluate her practice to improve outcomes for children. For example, she now uses simple sentences to help children follow instructions and has plans to approach the local zoo to help children experience wildlife opportunities. The childminder monitors children's progress very well. She uses informative observations to identify gaps in children's learning. The childminder ensures her assistant understands and follows her policies and procedures to keep children safe and meet their care needs.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has high expectations for children and obtains comprehensive information from parents about children's abilities before they start, helping her to plan good activities to support their next steps. Younger children thoroughly enjoy using the hosepipe and the childminder uses good mathematical language as children fill and empty containers, supporting their understanding of capacity. Older children find hidden letters that represent their name among conkers and leaves, helping to develop their early reading skills in preparation for school. The childminder observes children carefully and makes accurate assessments of their learning to plan exciting activities. She supports children well to investigate. For example, by encouraging them to 'paint' self-portraits using water to develop control of their hand movements and muscles.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supports children's strong independence well. For example, she encourages older children to manage their own personal needs and supports younger children to get ready for outdoor play. Children receive frequent praise and cuddles for their achievements, supporting their confidence and self-esteem well. Children enjoy the childminder's company and are very affectionate towards her, supporting their well-being. The childminder encourages children to be physically active. They enjoy woodland walks and collecting conkers together, benefitting from plenty of fresh air and exercise.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make very good progress from their starting points. The good support they receive helps to close gaps in learning promptly. Children learn well about their local community and the world around them. They enjoy frequent trips to the aquarium and library. Children learn to develop a love of books, helping their early reading skills in preparation for school. They attend local music sessions, helping them to explore a wide range of different songs and rhythms.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY450993 Local authority Plymouth Inspection number 1062853 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 5

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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 the St Jude's area of Plymouth. She occasionally works with an assistant. The childminder operates her service for most of the year on Tuesday to Thursday from 8am to 5pm, with occasional overnight stays. She receives funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years. The childminder holds an early years teacher qualification.

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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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