Childminder in Kent

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 April 2017 11 March 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 uses the information from her observations and assessments well to plan for children's development. Children make good progress in their learning and are ready for their next stage in development.  The childminder provides children with clear guidance and explanations to help them manage their behaviour. For example, she encourages them to take turns and reinforces positive behaviour, such as by saying, 'Well done that was good sharing'.  Children have opportunities to make their own choices in the wide selection of activities available to them. This helps them lead their own play and keep their interest in their learning.  The childminder offers regular opportunities to involve parents in their children's learning. For example, she has daily discussions and shares text and children's records. This helps to provide continuity of learning and care.  The childminder completes thorough risk assessments of her environment. This helps

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This provision is good

her identify and minimise any hazards in her surroundings.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not make the most of opportunities for children to build their literacy skills further, such as making connections between words and pictures.  The childminder does not consistently ask younger children basic questions to help them think for themselves and provide their own ideas in play.

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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

 increase opportunities for children to develop their literacy skills further  build on opportunities for children to think through and provide their own responses in play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the impact this has on children's learning and development.  The inspector viewed all the premises used for childminding.  The inspector viewed a range of documentation, including suitability checks and children's records.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector took account of parents' written views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of the signs that would cause her concern about a child's welfare and the processes to follow. She knows the procedures to follow with any allegations against herself, household members or her assistant. The childminder evaluates her service well and identifies areas for improvement. For instance, she shares more information with parents about their children's learning using an online system. This helps her develop the quality of her provision and provide better outcomes for children. The childminder increases her knowledge and skills and accesses training. She oversees the work of her assistant well. For example, they discuss children's progress and safeguarding policies in place.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder successfully monitors children's development, for example, she uses progress tracker books. This helps her identify any gaps in learning early and provide the appropriate support. The childminder builds children's physical development. For instance, she encourages younger children to turn the pages of a book and build with bricks. The childminder develops children's communication and language skills. For instance, she repeats their basic words and adds to these to help them form their first sentences. The childminder helps children learn about different people and the world around them by visiting groups, activity centres and varied outings.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a safe and welcoming environment. She effectively supports children's emotional well-being. For example, the childminder recognises when they need extra care and attention, such as when they are unsettled. She successfully develops children's understanding of healthy lifestyles. For instance, she offers nutritious options at mealtimes and daily opportunities for them to be physically active, such as using scooters, slides and seesaws. The childminder helps children learn to keep themselves safe. For example, she practises regular emergency procedures with them.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children gain the skills they need for their move to nursery or school. They build their independence well. For example, younger children feed themselves and help with putting their outdoor clothes on. Children develop good relationships with their friends. For example, they laugh and clap their hands together when playing games, such as puzzles and blowing bubbles.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY395787 Local authority Kent Inspection number 1093950 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 6 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 11 March 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2009 and lives in Maidstone, Kent. She offers care Monday to Friday, 7am to 7pm term time and during holiday periods from 7am to 8pm. The childminder has a relevant level 3 childcare qualification. She occasionally works alongside an assistant.

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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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