Childminder EY450612

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 January 2017 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

 Children's personal, social and emotional needs are met well. They build very strong bonds with the childminder. She creates a welcoming and relaxed environment and is attuned to children's individual needs.  Since the last inspection, the childminder has improved her systems for observing children and planning for their individual needs. She uses her knowledge of each child to effectively provide learning opportunities matched to their next steps in learning. Children are well supported and make good progress from their starting points.  Children behave well. The childminder is a good role model. Young children respond positively to her support and guidance. They recognise boundaries and learn what is expected of them.  The childminder works well with parents. She gathers a good range of information from them when their children first start. The childminder keeps them well informed of their children's achievements and how they are progressing in their learning and

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not have successful partnerships with other settings that children attend. This means that there is not a consistent two-way exchange of information in order to ensure the continuity of children's care and learning needs.

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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

 establish effective partnerships with other settings that children attend in order to promote a consistent two-way flow of information and promote consistency in children's care and learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder pays close regard to improving her service. She continues to access training to extend and develop her professional knowledge. She welcomes support from outside agencies and reads publications to keep up to date with legislative changes. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is knowledgeable about the action she would take should she have any concerns about a child in her care. She works well within the adult-to-child ratios and provides high levels of support and supervision to children. The childminder checks the environment to minimise hazards and ensure children are safe. As young children play and explore she teaches them how to manage their own safety.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides activities that reflect children's interests. She monitors their progress to help her identify any gaps in their development. Children enjoy their learning and are eager participants. The childminder effectively supports children's communication and language skills. She introduces and repeats new words during activities and daily routines that help extend their vocabulary. Children's love of books is fostered by the childminder. She uses her voice, and props, such as puppets, to capture children's attention and bring stories to life. Children develop an understanding of technology as they press and twist buttons on mechanical toys. They watch carefully as the childminder demonstrates how some slide, before sharing their delight with her when they do it by themselves.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder demonstrates a natural rapport with children. They respond positively to her warmth and kindness and develop a strong sense of belonging and self-assurance. The childminder is fully aware of their individual needs and routines. She recognises when young children are tired or hungry. The childminder ensures that they can sleep or eat in safety and comfort. With parents, she ensures children eat a healthy balance of meals and snacks. Children go on regular outings with the childminder. They visit nearby parks and benefit from fresh air and exercise. At local community groups children meet and play with other adults and children. This contributes to their awareness of their local community and enhances their social skills.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children explore the environment with confidence and make independent choices in their play. Children learn to be independent in personal care routines from a young age. They show a desire to cooperate with nappy changing routines and feed themselves with increasing skill. Children are well supported in developing the skills they need in readiness for their next stage in learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY450612 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 1066120 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 5 February 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2013 and lives in Thurnby, Leicestershire. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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