Childminder EY368158

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 February 2017 28 January 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 many improvements since her last inspection that positively improve the outcomes and experiences of children. For example, she regularly assesses children's ongoing achievements to address any gaps in children's development. All children make good progress relative to their capabilities.  The childminder skilfully builds on children's interests. Children are keen to join in activities and they confidently explore the environment. They develop and follow their own ideas well.  The childminder supports children to develop their language and communication skills effectively. For example, she introduces new vocabulary, teaches children rhymes and comments on their play.  The childminder successfully supports children's personal, social and emotional well- being. She knows children well and meets their care needs effectively.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently use her observations as well as possible. On occasions, she misses opportunities to challenge children's learning in the best way during some activities, to enhance their learning experiences.  The childminder does not make the most of her positive partnership with parents to find out about children's development when they first start and help parents to support their children's ongoing learning at home.

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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 use of ongoing observations to refine children's learning experiences and to offer more precise challenges in their development  improve information shared with parents to gain more information about what children know and can do when they first start and how parents can support their children's learning at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and spoke to children at appropriate times as they played.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including risk assessments and some policies. The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she evaluates the effectiveness of her provision.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching and jointly evaluated the effectiveness of the childminder's interactions with children.  The inspector checked the childminder's qualifications and training, 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 uses self-evaluation well to help her continually improve her provision. For example, she seeks feedback from parents and other professionals, such as childcare consultants. She has remedied all weaknesses raised at the last inspection. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of what to do if she has any child protection concerns. She is aware of the duty to prevent children from being drawn into situations that may put them at risk of harm. The childminder uses professional development opportunities to improve her teaching and knowledge. For example, she has used links with other childminders to improve opportunities for toddlers to explore using their senses. Overall, the childminder uses her partnership with parents well to help her meet children's care needs effectively and keep parents informed of children's progress.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses her assessment to identify what skills and knowledge children need to learn next. She provides good support for children's learning as she interacts with them and makes learning enjoyable. For example, when toddlers showed interest in the texture of their cereal, the childminder encouraged them to mix flour and water. Children were fascinated by the elasticity of the dough. Children take part in a range of activities to support their physical development. For example, toddlers enjoy turning the pages in a book, or splashing in water to make bubbles. The childminder provides many opportunities for children to explore technology and develop their imaginative play. For example, she helps toddlers choose rhymes and songs to watch on her laptop and she encourages their dancing and movement. Children enjoy exploring battery-powered toys, making the sounds and lights work.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder builds children's self-esteem well. For example, she comments positively on children's efforts. She helps children learn to take turns and listen. The childminder provides opportunities for children to develop good social skills. For example, she encourages toddlers to play alongside other children on play dates, and she plans to develop their social experiences further at toddler groups. The childminder encourages children's active physical play. For example, she provides daily outdoor play and teaches children how to follow a healthy lifestyle, including how to be safe.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are prepared for future learning. For example, young children learn to feed themselves and develop good listening skills, as the childminder reads stories and names objects in books. Children are motivated to learn. They confidently lead their own play and explore the homely environment.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY368158 Local authority Milton Keynes Inspection number 1057768 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 1 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 28 January 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2007. She lives in Downs Barn, Milton Keynes. The childminder offers care from Monday to Friday throughout the year. She offers flexible hours, including overnight care.

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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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