Childminder EY232665

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 April 2017 11 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 home is a stimulating and welcoming setting where children learn and flourish. The childminder shows ambition and determination in providing a good service.  Children show enthusiasm for learning and the interesting indoor and outdoor activities provided. They make good progress and benefit from the childminder's effective explaining, demonstrating and questioning. They also have good opportunities to explore and learn independently.  The childminder successfully develops children's communication and language skills. For example, she reads familiar stories and engages in conversation about children's experiences and families.  The childminder has forged a strong rapport with the children. Children are happy and secure in the setting. They show consideration and kindness to others. Children are well behaved.  Healthy lifestyles and hygiene routines are well established. For example, children have

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This provision is good

regular exercise and fresh air in the garden. They practise and develop a range of physical skills.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder is less effective at seeking and using the views of parents to help improve provision.

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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 ways of seeking parents' views and use this information to further improve provision.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the children engaged in a range of indoor and outdoor learning activities.  The inspector viewed documentation, including policies and records of children's learning experiences and outcomes.  The inspector carried out observations with the childminder. Discussions were held about her practice and how well children learn and develop.  The inspector examined procedures for safeguarding.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder shows enthusiasm in her role. She keeps up to date with early years requirements. For example, she reads essential documents. The childminder reflects on her practice and takes effective steps to improve her provision. For example, since the previous inspection she has improved opportunities for children to develop their language skills, and the range of books available. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a clear understanding of child protection issues. Thorough risk assessments help to ensure children are safe in the setting and on outings. The childminder knows exactly what to do should she have concerns about a child's welfare. Parents are kept informed of their children's progress.

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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 provides interesting activities that are well suited to the age and needs of the children. The childminder successfully develops children's communication and language in all activities. There are also good opportunities for children to use their numeracy skills. For example, they count animals in the stories and the number of cups in the kitchen role-play area. Outdoor learning provides rich opportunities to develop children's physical skills and their understanding of the natural world. For example, children sow vegetable seeds.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The setting is a caring, warm and stimulating environment. The childminder is a good role model for the children and provides comfort, encouragement and praise. Children are content, happy and secure in the childminder's care. They participate fully in activities, showing much enthusiasm and concentration. Children are taught good manners and are learning to share and take turns. Good health and hygiene routines are established, for example, for nappy changing and hand washing. Children enjoy snacks of fresh fruit and drink water after exercise.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They make strong gains in developing their communication and language skills. For example, babies respond to familiar sounds and two-year-old children follow instructions well and listen attentively to stories. Children apply mathematical skills confidently in activities and play. For instance, they sort objects into groups and count items. Children make good progress in their physical development. For example, babies crawl and shuffle to explore things of interest. Two-year-old children ride different toy vehicles with control and coordination. Children acquire a good understanding of different people and places. They are well prepared for the next stage of their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY232665 Local authority Oxfordshire Inspection number 1091445 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 11 February 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2002. She lives in Great Rollright, Oxfordshire. Care is provided Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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