Childminder EY451093

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 December 2016 5 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 focuses her practice well to help babies and young children gain skills that help them to build on their learning. For example, she encourages babies to gain new physical skills, such as learning to crawl and to hold a cup independently.  The childminder has recently improved how she monitors children's development. She uses what she knows to ensure all children make good progress and to inform parents well about their children's achievements. All children make good progress.  The childminder and her assistant help children form positive relationships with them. Children have good levels of self-esteem.  The childminder provides a well-resourced environment. She makes good use of the exciting outdoor provision, such as to develop children's understanding of the world. For example, children enjoy learning to care for the chickens and exploring water.  The childminder demonstrates a commitment to continuous development and prioritises

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not engage all children's interest, for example, during some group activities. She does not fully involve children who are at different stages of development in the learning experiences.  The childminder does not make the best use of her partnerships with other settings that children attend, to ensure they experience continuity in their care and learning.

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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 to engage more in activities so that they all benefit from learning opportunities that interest them  build on the information sharing with other providers of children's early years care to provide a consistent approach to extending their learning and development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities as the childminder and her assistant played with the children.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation including employment records for the assistant, records of children's learning, risk assessments and some policies.  The inspector and the childminder evaluated the effectiveness of an activity together.  The inspector checked the qualifications and training of the childminder, along with evidence of her suitability checks.  The inspector considered the written views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder provides a well-organised and welcoming setting. She ensures her assistant has a secure understanding of their responsibilities and together they support children's learning and welfare well. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistant attend safeguarding training to keep their knowledge up to date. They have clear procedures to follow in the event of any concerns to protect children's welfare. The childminder engages successfully in opportunities for her and her assistant to develop their knowledge, skills and practice. For example, she acts quickly on advice from the local authority adviser, such as updating policies to guide her good practice. She evaluates her service well to improve the experiences for children. For example, she has developed her understanding and practice well to support children's early speech. She routinely seeks the views of parents to help tailor the provision for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder regularly observes and assesses children. She has a good knowledge of children's interests and what they need to learn next to help them make good progress. Children benefit from the childminder's encouragement and involvement in their play. She guides and extends children's speaking skills. For example, the childminder comments on their play, teaches them new words and engages them in conversation well. She prepares children well for the next stage in their learning and school. For example, she sensitively encourages children to persevere with tricky tasks as they explore through trial and error. The childminder creates opportunities for older children to develop their mathematical and literacy skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supports children's emotional and physical well-being effectively. She gains a secure understanding of children and their families and tailors sessions to help children to settle in. She provides many opportunities for children to experience different situations and learn about their local environment. For example, she takes them to local farms and play groups. She helps children to learn respect for others and gain a positive view of differences, such as on visits to a cafe run by people with disabilities.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children behave well and are confident and motivated to learn. For example, they eagerly share their new skills. They display good levels of independence. Children learn to count, recognise shapes, letters and numbers and to write their names. Children of all ages make good progress in all aspects of their development. They work comfortably within the range of development typical for their age.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY451093 Local authority Oxfordshire Inspection number 1062864 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 5 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 13

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 5 February 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Carterton, near Witney in Oxfordshire. The childminder offers care daily from 6.45am to 5.30pm during term time only. The childminder holds an 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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