Childminder in Wiltshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 April 2017 12 February 2015

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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's warm and friendly approach helps children feel settled and secure so they enjoy their time with her.  The childminder provides a rich variety of experiences based on children's current interests and what they need to learn next. She is a skilled teacher and children make good progress in their learning and development.  Children gain very good social skills. They learn to play cooperatively, do things for themselves and behave extremely well.  The childminder works closely with parents. They exchange information regularly, which enables the childminder to meet children's needs and keep parents very well informed about their children's progress.  The childminder is vigilant in keeping children safe in her home and on outings.  The childminder reflects critically on her practice and welcomes parents' views to help her make improvements.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder sometimes speaks too quickly for children to hear clearly how to say words and form sentences correctly.  The childminder does not consistently make the best use of opportunities as they arise to deepen children's mathematical knowledge and understanding.

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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

 enhance children's speech development by making sure that they can consistently hear clearly how to say words and form sentences correctly  enhance knowledge of children's mathematical development to support their mathematical thinking more effectively.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder interacting with the children in the house and garden.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she cares for the children and supports their learning and development.  The inspector looked at all areas of the home used by the children.  The inspector looked at relevant documents, such as children's records, policies, certificates and evidence of suitability of adults living in the household.  The inspector took account of parents' views from written comments and recent questionnaires.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder takes account of regular feedback from parents through questionnaires, daily diaries, conversations, texts and emails. She links with other childminders to arrange training sessions to develop her skills, and introduces new ideas to keep her practice fresh and exciting for the children. She has observed how children behave well and become engrossed when playing outside. She is seeking to develop her knowledge of outdoor learning so she can support children even more effectively. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder routinely refreshes her knowledge so she is confident about how to recognise, record and report any concerns she has for a child's welfare. She has clear policies on the safe use of cameras, phones and information technology.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is skilled at playing alongside the children and extending their learning. She follows their current fascinations to capture their interest so they become absorbed in their play. For example, she sees a child making marks with a wet bubble blower and fetches pots of water and brushes. They spend a long time painting marks on the floor. The childminder introduces chalks to extend their play and they have fun making and jumping in puddles. She chats to children about what they are doing and listens attentively so they are confident to speak. She involves children in stories, for example, using picture stones to help them retell the story as they find all the things the caterpillar ate. She carefully observes children's play and accurately assesses their development. She knows how to access additional support for those at risk of falling behind.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children grow in confidence and independence, with the childminder's praise and encouragement. They persevere when learning new skills, such as blowing bubbles. They manage their personal care well, for example, putting on shoes and managing their lunch by themselves. The childminder deals with challenging behaviour successfully with a positive and consistent approach. Children learn to understand and value differences. For example, they read stories and celebrate different cultures. They help prepare healthy snacks and meals, and enjoy learning more about healthy eating by growing vegetables and fruits. Children make full use of the garden and regularly visit nearby parks with plenty of space for energetic play, which helps to keep them fit and healthy.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are enthusiastic learners and talk confidently about what they are doing. They gain social skills to help them make friends and they concentrate and follow instructions. Children gain good hand control as they make marks in different ways, preparing them well for starting to write. They love books and show an interest in letters and their sounds.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY417961 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 1094559 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 12

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 12 February 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2010. She lives in Chippenham, Wiltshire. The setting is open each weekday from 8am to 6pm all year round. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3. The childminder receives funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years.

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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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