Childminder EY442504

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 February 2017 2 June 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 made significant improvements since her last inspection. She has updated her professional knowledge by accessing training. This has helped her to enhance children's learning.  The quality of teaching is good. The childminder and her assistant use observations of the children to help them plan effectively for their next steps in learning. They know the children well and have a good understanding of their individual needs and abilities.  The childminder and her assistant use descriptive language to support children's play. They introduce new words to extend their vocabulary. This has a positive impact on children's speech and the good progress they make.  Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder keeps them well informed about their children's development through daily discussions and by sharing their child's progress records.  The childminder has established good links with local schools and her local authority

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This provision is good

advisor. These effective partnerships help the childminder to evaluate her practice and build on her strengths to promote the best outcomes for all children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children who have English as an addition language are not always provided with opportunities to see, hear and use their home language in their play.  The childminder does not always consider different ways to help children explore and find out more about the natural world and living things.

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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

 extend the opportunities for children to see and use their home languages in their play and learning  explore ways of promoting children's understanding of the natural world and how things grow.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors 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 and her assistant, and spoke to children during the inspection. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  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 monitors the quality of her practice effectively. She reflects on her provision and seeks the views of parents and children to help her plan for continuous improvement. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistant make good use of her policies and procedures to help keep children safe. They are both knowledgeable about child protection and understand what actions they need to take if they have concerns. The childminder monitors the practice of her assistant well and helps him to develop his skills further. Since her last inspection, the childminder has received support from her local authority adviser and has attended a range of training. She has used the knowledge she has gained to provide an effective and safe learning environment for the children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder and her assistant assess children's progress and provide challenging activities that interest and engage them. For example, children's interest in animals is supported by the provision of different small-world artic animals. The childminder extends the children's thinking by adding ice to their play. Younger children enjoy exploring the textures of the ice, while older children discuss how the ice is made and what makes it melt. The childminder and her assistant ask meaningful questions that encourage children to think and respond for themselves. Children learn about colour as they experiment by mixing paint. Children's interests in books and stories are prompted well. The childminder and the children visit the local library. The children are encouraged to select books that interest them and share them with the other children.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children confidently explore their surroundings, knowing the childminder and her assistant are close by to give them a reassuring cuddle should they need it. Children behave well. The childminder and her assistant act as positives role models. They provide a caring environment where children settle quickly, learn to respect each other and make new friendships. Children's independence skills are actively encouraged by the childminder and her assistant. Children help to tidy away toys when they have finished with them. They know to wash their hands before eating and after using the toilet. Younger children feed themselves and drink from a cup. The childminder promotes healthy lifestyles well. Children enjoy walking to the local park. They learn about keeping themselves safe when crossing the road and how to use large equipment safely.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They are enthusiastic and confident learners. They work together well and listen carefully to adult instructions. Younger children show good physical development. They correctly hold the paintbrush and enjoy making random marks with paint. Older children use mathematical language in their play and recognise familiar letters and sounds. These skills prepare children well for their next stages in learning and their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY442504 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 1058506 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 12 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 9

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Rushden, Northamptonshire. The childminder works with an assistant. She operates all year round from 7am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3. She provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children.

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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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