Childminder EY446209

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 November 2016 25 January 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 uses self-evaluation effectively and consults parents and children about possible improvements to her provision. She has a strong keenness to improve her practice and has addressed the recommendations from the previous report well.  Children receive very good support for their communication and language development. For example, the childminder repeats words younger children say clearly and extends their sentences. She encourages older children to talk about their experiences and express their views with confidence.  Children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder has a firm understanding of children's developmental levels and she assesses their needs accurately. She plans and provides interesting learning experiences, which support the next steps in children's learning and development very well.  Children benefit from the strong bonds they form with the childminder, supporting their

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This provision is good

social and emotional development well. They take part in the activities on offer with enthusiasm and confidence.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not ask parents about their children's developmental levels when they first attend to better plan activities that match children's individual needs.  Although children gain a good understanding of their local community, there are few opportunities for them to learn about other cultures and the wider world.

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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

 consult parents about children's starting points when they first attend to better plan activities that match their individual needs  extend opportunities for children to take part in experiences that help them find out about other cultures and the wider world.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder engaged in activities with the children.  The inspector looked at a range of policies and spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through their written comments.  The inspector and the childminder observed the children during an activity and completed a follow-up discussion about their learning, progress and behaviour.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder implements child protection policies and procedures effectively and is vigilant about children's health and safety. She keeps her knowledge up to date, for example, by completing training, which helps her to identify children who may be at risk of harm from extreme behaviours and views. The childminder is reflective and improves her practice, for example, by attending training on how children learn through play outdoors. Children benefit from her improved knowledge and support for their good understanding of the natural world. The childminder monitors children's learning effectively and addresses any gaps in their development promptly. She works in partnership with outside agencies and uses funding effectively to ensure all children reach their full potential. Good links with other providers and local primary schools support children's ongoing good progress well.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder interacts positively and playfully with children, encouraging them to take part in activities with enthusiasm. She successfully supports children of different ages to learn and develop during activities; for example, by adding and adapting resources so that younger children can achieve success. Children benefit from a good range of creative activities, such as painting and printing. The childminder effectively encourages children to be curious and explore. She guides their learning effectively, for example, by demonstrating different printing techniques.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The caring and attentive childminder helps children to share and take turns well. She praises them when they help others and remember their good manners, and children behave very well. Children are secure in their familiar routines. The childminder works in good partnership with parents to provide a consistent approach to children's care and learning. Children become aware of staying safe during play. For example, the childminder helps older children to learn about road safety on outings, extending their knowledge and independence. Younger children are reminded about using resources safely during activities, increasing their physical skills and independence well.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children gain the skills necessary for their future learning and moving on to school. They enjoy challenges and become motivated to learn. Children develop good mathematical skills, for example, they count accurately and compare shapes and sizes. Older children form the letters of the alphabet and develop good early literacy skills. Younger children use crayons and pens to good effect, skilfully making marks and talking about what they are drawing. They display their creative work, showing pride in their achievements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY446209 Local authority Devon Inspection number 1062599 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 6 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 25 January 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Mamhead, near Exeter, Devon. The childminder operates flexible hours throughout the year and offers overnight care. She receives funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years.

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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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