Childminder EY452206

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 November 2016 18 March 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

 Children successfully build their physical development. For instance, the childminder provides equipment and resources to assist babies to sit up unaided and safely reach out for toys.  The childminder successfully develops children's mathematical skills, such as encouraging them to count objects in sequence.  Children are happy and enjoy their time with the childminder. They make good progress and are prepared well for their future learning.  The childminder provides clear guidance and explanations to help children manage their behaviour. For example, she reminds them about their safety while eating and using their good manners.  The childminder provides regular opportunities to involve parents in their children's development, for example, through daily discussions, sharing texts and children's records. This helps parents to continue their children's learning at home.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not use her good monitoring processes to precisely track children's development and to help her plan for their rapid progress across all areas of learning.  The childminder does not consistently offer a wide range of natural materials and textures for young children to explore during their play.

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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 the good monitoring processes to track children's development even more precisely and to help plan for their rapid progress across all areas of learning  increase opportunities for children to explore and investigate a wider range of natural materials and textures to help develop their sense of curiosity and interests further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the impact this has on children's learning and development.  The inspector viewed all the areas used for childminding.  The inspector viewed a range of documentation including suitability checks and children's records.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector took account of parents' written views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of the signs that would cause her concern about a child's welfare and the processes to follow. She improves her knowledge and skills. For example, the childminder reads relevant literature and attends training. She is aware of her duty to prevent children being drawn into situations that may put them at risk of harm. The childminder evaluates her service using the views of parents and children to help her improve the quality of her provision. For instance, she provides questionnaires and talks to children. The childminder completes thorough risk assessments of her environment, which helps identify and minimise any hazards. Parents comment that they are very happy with the service she provides.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder successfully supports children's learning and development. She effectively builds their listening and attention skills. For example, the childminder encourages children to sing to babies using their names to engage them. She follows children's lead in play and effectively adapts activities to cater for their emerging interests. For instance, children chose to use their hands to make marks with paint instead of using cardboard tubes. This helps to keep their motivation in their learning. The childminder supports children's conversations well. For example, she talks to them about their wider experiences, such as going to see the fireworks with their families. Overall, the childminder uses the information from her observations and assessments well to plan activities that support children's learning and development.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a safe and welcoming environment. She effectively supports children's emotional well-being and care routines. For example, she provides children with their individual comfort items when they are tired and a quiet area to sleep when needed. The childminder helps children learn about healthy lifestyles. For instance, she provides nutritious options at mealtimes and daily opportunities to be physically active. The childminder develops children's understanding of the world around them, such as visiting local parks, groups and the library. She provides children with positive praise and encouragement, which helps to develop their self-esteem and confidence.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make progress that is typical for their age and gain the skills they need for their move to nursery or school. They successfully develop their communication and language skills. For example, children start to form sentences and ask adults questions. Children build their independence, such as feeding themselves and climbing stairs. They develop their early reading skills. For instance, young children enjoy following a story by looking at the pictures in books.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY452206 Local authority Kent Inspection number 1062959 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 18 March 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Maidstone, Kent. She offers care from Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, throughout the year. The childminder has a relevant level 3 childcare 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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Telephone number

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