Childminder in Windsor and Maidenhead

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 February 2017 18 October 2012

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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 provides a welcoming setting where children learn, develop and thrive.  Children are inspired to learn and participate well in a range of interesting learning activities. The childminder provides good guidance and questioning to help children learn. Children make good progress in all the areas of learning.  The childminder is very successful in developing children's language skills. For example, young children follow nursery rhymes, such as 'Old Macdonald had a farm', and name animals and vehicles when exploring with a model farm.  The childminder has established caring and positive relationships with children. Children are very happy in the setting. They are highly motivated, well behaved and show care and consideration for others.  Children learn to adopt healthy lifestyles. They participate in regular exercise and are provided with healthy meals and snacks. Good hygiene routines are established.

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This provision is good

 The childminder evaluates her practice effectively and takes decisive steps to bring about necessary improvements. For example, she has strengthened the reporting of children's progress to parents. This information helps parents to support their children's learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not make the most of learning opportunities for children who prefer to learn outside.

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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

 strengthen the range of learning opportunities for children who prefer to learn outside.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the children engaged in different learning activities.  The inspector viewed documentation, including policies and records of children's learning and development.  The inspector carried out observations with the childminder. Discussions were held about her practice and children's learning.  The inspector checked arrangements for safeguarding.  The inspector took account of parents' written feedback.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder shows determination and enthusiasm in her role and provides a good service. She keeps up to date with early years requirements. For instance, she shares good practice with local childminders and refers to useful websites. The childminder works effectively with her assistant in planning activities and reviewing practice. Since the last inspection, opportunities for children to learn independently have improved. There are plans to further develop outdoor learning. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a clear understanding of child protection procedures. She knows the action to take should she ever have concerns about a child's welfare. Feedback from parents indicates that they are very pleased with the provision and the progress their children make.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes careful observations to assess the skills of each child. She uses these to provide interesting activities which meet the interests and needs of different children. Good emphasis is placed on developing children's language and literacy skills. For example, the childminder reads stories with expression and continually models new words. Children have numerous opportunities to practise early drawing and writing skills. The childminder successfully develops children's counting skills and understanding of shapes as they participate in activities. Children's learning is enhanced by visits to other settings and to interesting places such as the park, the play gym and a farm.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder's home provides a warm and stimulating environment. The childminder is a good role model for children. For instance, she uses and demonstrates good manners. Children are happy and very comfortable in the childminder's care. Children form a strong rapport with the childminder and other children. They make good progress in learning to share and taking turns. Children grow in confidence and self-esteem. They show increasing independence; for example, when choosing from healthy foods and when brushing their teeth after food.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. Some make rapid progress in language development. For instance, they listen attentively to stories, begin to sing nursery rhymes and acquire and use new words. Children try new things on their own and are confident to ask the childminder for help. They demonstrate increasing coordination and control when handling toys, tools and writing implements. Children apply their knowledge of counting and common shapes well in different activities. They are well prepared for the next stages of their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY444217 Local authority Windsor & Maidenhead Inspection number 1059224 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 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 18 October 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Maidenhead, Berkshire. The childminder provides care Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6pm all year round, except for family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant from time to time.

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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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