Childminder EY472167

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 January 2017 15 August 2016

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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 has a good focus on developing children's language skills. For example, she effectively models good use of language and names objects to help broaden children's vocabulary and support their speech.  The childminder responds well to children's emotional needs. She recognises when they need reassurance and comfort, and helps children to gain a sense of belonging. Children show they feel safe and secure with the childminder through their play.  All children have good opportunities to develop self-care skills. They help with age- appropriate tasks and are very independent.  Children make good progress from their starting points. The childminder monitors children's progress in order to plan the next steps in their learning and development.  The childminder gathers and updates detailed information from parents to support continuity of care and seamless transitions.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The children's knowledge and understanding of letters and the sounds they represent are not as well supported as other aspects of their learning about literacy.  The childminder's reflection of her practice is not vigorous enough, in particular to capture the comments of parents and children, and to extend her professional knowledge.

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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

 provide more opportunities for children to extend their early literacy skills  focus more precisely on a programme of targeted professional development to help raise the quality of teaching to an even higher level and consider the views of all users to identify areas of development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder, discussed learning activities, and assessed the quality and impact of teaching on the children's learning.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector sampled documentation including the childminder's policies and children's records.  The inspector took account of the parents' views through their written comments.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation processes and plans for improvement.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has provided Ofsted with the necessary information about all people aged 16 years and over living on the premises. She fully understands the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about the welfare of children in her care. For example, she has attended training to increase her knowledge about changes to safeguarding matters. The childminder carefully checks the identity of visitors and ensures her home is safe and secure. For example, she practises fire drills with children to help them learn about what to do in an emergency. The childminder has developed positive relationships with parents. They receive daily feedback to keep them informed about their children's activities and routines.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is skilled at following children's lead and enhancing their chosen play. Children display high levels of interest in their explorations, and the environment is well resourced to accommodate their needs and interests. The childminder effectively reviews children's progress to identify any possible gaps in their learning and development, and to plan challenging and fun experiences. Children confidently work together to build a train track and share their experiences. The childminder engages very well with children and asks a good range of questions. She introduces new words, such as 'heavy', to help support children's speaking skills. The childminder engages in role play with them, helping to develop their understanding of the world and creative skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children develop secure bonds with the childminder. She is kind, caring and responsive to their personal needs. Children are happy and thrive in the nurturing, homely environment. The childminder encourages children to share, be kind and use their manners. She acts as a good role model and effectively manages children's behaviour. The childminder supports healthy lifestyles well. For example, children enjoy a variety of nutritious snacks and home-made meals. The childminder provides regular opportunities for outdoor play such as walks to parks in the local area. These occasions help to support children's physical development well. The childminder encourages children's social skills effectively, for example she takes children to a variety of local community groups. Children's behaviour is good.

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Outcomes for children are good

The youngest children make good progress in their learning and are acquiring many skills in preparation for nursery or school. Children are eager to engage in role-play activities. They develop good communication skills and harmoniously initiate interaction with others. Older children make independent choices from a range of resources.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY472167 Local authority Bracknell Forest Inspection number 1071905 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 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 15 August 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2014. She lives in Bracknell, Berkshire. She offers care from Monday to Friday, all year round. The childminder holds a childcare 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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