Childminder EY386633

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 December 2016 4 May 2016

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 addressed the weaknesses identified at the last inspection effectively. She has improved her assessment arrangements and uses these well to build an accurate picture of each child's progress. She identifies where children may need more support, to help them catch up with their peers.  The childminder builds strong partnerships with parents. For example, she works effectively with parents to support children's developing speaking skills. They work together well to introduce new words to broaden children's vocabulary.  The childminder provides an interesting range of play-based experiences for children that builds on their interests and their curiosity to learn. Children make good progress.  The childminder builds strong bonds with the children she looks after. Children respond to her calm and reassuring manner and settle well in her care. They thoroughly enjoy their time in her home.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not regularly exchange information about children's development with staff at other settings children also attend, to further encourage a more consistent approach to meeting their needs.  The childminder does not make the most of opportunities to teach children about different cultures and ways of living, to broaden their understanding of diversity.

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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 partnerships with the other settings children also attend, to gain a greater insight into children's progress and to plan more consistently for children's learning  develop further the opportunities for children to learn about the similarities and differences between themselves and others in the wider world.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder and the children in the childminder's home.  The inspector spoke with the childminder about the learning that was taking place.  The inspector took account of parents' views.  The inspector spoke with the childminder about her understanding of safeguarding, child protection and first aid.  The inspector sampled documentation including children's records and the childminder's policies.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder takes suitable steps to improve and develop her knowledge and skills. She regularly evaluates what she does, and plans and implements further improvements, based on the needs of the children she cares for. For example, she evaluates the success of children's activities and changes her routines to ensure children enjoy what she provides and receive positive experiences. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands her responsibility to safeguard children and knows what steps to take if she has concerns about a child's welfare, to help protect them from harm.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder teaches children effectively. She plans and delivers activities that children find interesting and suitably challenging. For example, she introduces children to new words as they play games and reinforces their learning as they enjoy well-known songs. She successfully supports children's developing creativity and provides a range of resources as children make cards and express their own ideas. She helps younger children to develop their physical skills and hand-to-eye coordination. For example, children peel their own fruit and turn the pages of books well.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder meets children's physical needs well. For example, she encourages children to make healthy choices about the food they eat and to be active as they enjoy regular trips to local parks. She meets their emotional needs well. Children respond to the childminder's calm and gentle manner. They see her as someone they can trust; for instance, she reassures them about the presence of visitors. Children smile as the childminder encourages them to practise new skills. She offers them plenty of praise and encouragement to support their self-esteem.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children gain a good set of skills in preparation for their future learning including starting pre-school or school. They grow in confidence as they learn to spend time away from their homes and families to enjoy time with other adults and children. They learn to express their thoughts and share their ideas. They develop an interest in stories and handle books appropriately. Younger children develop the physical skills they need to hold a pencil correctly for when they learn to write. Children learn to look after their own belongings and develop important skills such as putting on their shoes and coats independently.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY386633 Local authority Oxfordshire Inspection number 1057787 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 2 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 1

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in the Greater Leys area of Oxford. She provides care all day on Wednesday to Friday during term time only.

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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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