Childminder EY313425

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 March 2017 2 October 2014

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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 is reflective of the service she provides for children and families. She uses self-evaluation effectively to identify ways in which she can improve outcomes for children. For example, she seeks ways of refreshing her knowledge and skills to meet children's individual needs more precisely.  Children benefit from strong support to their continuing learning and development. The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn through play. She successfully encourages children to 'have a go' at activities they feel unsure about, making suggestions and giving praise as they improve their skills.  The childminder assesses children's levels of development well. She uses her thoughtful observations of children during play to plan effectively for the next steps in their learning. Children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder supports children's social and emotional development well. For

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This provision is good

example, she knows children's interests and encourages them to share the experiences they enjoy at weekends. She forms affectionate attachments that give children the confidence to enjoy the activities on offer.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not provide a broad range of opportunities to enable children to develop their physical skills when they choose to play 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

 extend the range of resources and opportunities available for children to develop their physical skills when they choose to play outside.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the childminder's home used for childminding.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder and discussed children's progress.  The inspector took account of the views of children and of parents in written statements.  The inspector looked at a range of documents, including children's records.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a firm understanding of the correct procedure to follow should she have concerns about a child's welfare. She is vigilant about children's health and safety and minimises risks in her home and on outings. Partnerships with other providers and local schools are effective and help children to move on to future learning with self-assurance and confidence. The childminder monitors children's learning effectively and provides prompt additional support when she notices any gaps in their development. The good relationships with parents support a consistent approach to children's ongoing development. The childminder keeps parents well informed about their children's progress, and parents contribute what children are achieving at home.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Since the last inspection, the childminder has improved her practice by providing children with more opportunities to develop their early reading skills. Children enjoy looking at books, and identifying letters and numbers when they are out and about, for example. The childminder interacts very positively with children and supports their communication and language skills well. For example, she encourages children successfully in their pretend play, following their lead and extending their ideas enthusiastically. Children become very involved in their play and develop good imaginative skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and relaxed in the childminder's welcoming home. They benefit from a stimulating environment with a good range of activities that interest them and support their learning. The childminder provides supportive encouragement to children to be aware of how to play safely, taking care when using resources such as scissors, for example. Children follow good hygiene routines and manage their own personal care successfully. The childminder is a good role model for children. She teaches children to use good manners and behave well. Children have many opportunities to learn about the wider world through interesting experiences such as taking part in celebrations from other cultures.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children gain the important skills necessary for moving on to school. They are independent and take responsibility for gathering the resources they need to complete activities successfully. Older children use creative resources with care and skill. They confidently manage to write the letters in their name, for example. Children concentrate well and persevere with activities. They are interested and motivated learners.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY313425 Local authority Cornwall Inspection number 1070710 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 2 October 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives in Liskeard, Cornwall and operates flexible hours throughout the year. The childminder holds a National Vocational Qualification at level 3 in childcare.

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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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