Childminder EY436128

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 November 2016 22 March 2012

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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

 Self-evaluation is effective. The childminder reflects on her practice well. She values parents' views and advice from other professionals to help her improve outcomes for children. For example, the childminder introduced settling-in sessions which have helped children to settle well.  The childminder has good relationships with parents and others that care for children. Parents are well informed about their children's learning and development, and continue learning at home. Children make good progress.  The childminder is kind and caring. Children enjoy a warm relationship with her and readily go to her for cuddles as they play. They are keen to play with others, showing kindness to each other.  The childminder supports children's communication and language skills well. She listens with interest to what they say and encourages children to communicate through speech and gestures. Children are confident communicators who follow instructions

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are some missed opportunities for children to develop further their understanding of differences and similarities in the world.  When children wash their hands, the childminder does not routinely give explanations about why they do this to develop their understanding of good hygiene practices.

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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

 build on opportunities for children to develop their understanding and knowledge of people's differences and similarities  help children to extend their understanding of good hygiene practices in support of a healthy lifestyle.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities indoors.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder.  The inspector took into account the views of parents.  The inspector and the childminder completed a joint observation together.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including children's records and safeguarding procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands her role in safeguarding children and updates her knowledge regularly. She is well qualified and regularly adds to her professional development, and improves outcomes for children. For example, following recent training, the childminder recognises the importance of enabling children to learn through play. Children make choices and they are given time and space to explore and investigate in a supportive environment. The childminder tracks children's progress and reviews their learning well to ensure children enjoy a variety of learning experiences and continually make good progress. She has a good understanding of how children learn.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows when to join in with children's play to extend learning further, and children enjoy the positive interactions. For example, the childminder turns lights off so that children can fully experience the flashing light that is being explored. The childminder models how to undertake tasks, such as moving magnetic balls through mazes. This helps children to attempt challenging activities. The childminder offers praise and encouragement, which children respond positively to. Children concentrate well and are motivated learners who are excited by what they participate in and play with.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have high levels of confidence. They know where to find their favourite toys or to ask for what they want. Children particularly enjoy looking at photographs of themselves and friends to revisit activities. The childminder invites parents and children to share developmental achievements so that they can celebrate together. Children take charge of their own well-being. For example, they take themselves to the large cushions to rest when they feel tired. They find looking at the fish tank comforting and the childminder shares that experience with them. Children enjoy a healthy diet and develop an understanding of where food comes from, such as growing their own fruits and vegetables, which they then prepare, cook and eat. The childminder works closely with parents to ensure that children's needs are met and routines followed. For example, she uses the same booster seats that children use at home, to help children feel comfortable.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are prepared for their move to pre-school and school. The childminder supports children's early reading skills well. For example, children enjoy sharing stories with the childminder and each other, and they learn how to handle books. There are many opportunities for children to develop their physical skills, such as when twirling ribbons or painting with water on walls in the garden. Children are prepared well for developing good pencil control. They use tools competently.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY436128 Local authority Kent Inspection number 824153 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 22 March 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Ashford, Kent. She offers her service from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. The childminder receives funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years. The childminder has a recognised childcare qualification at level 4.

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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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