Childminder EY430700

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 May 2017 29 April 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 has a good understanding of how children learn. She provides a wide range of interesting activities and children are motivated to learn. All children make good progress from their initial starting points.  The childminder is a good role model. She sets clear boundaries for children and teaches them to be kind. Children know to be respectful. They learn to take turns and consider the needs of others.  The childminder extends children's understanding of the people and community in which they live. They visit places of interest and are learning about similarities and differences in their environment.  The childminder has addressed the recommendations raised at her previous inspection. She has maintained her good quality teaching and children's good outcomes.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, the childminder is too enthusiastic and provides answers to questions before giving children the opportunity to think, process their thoughts and respond for themselves.  Although the childminder has reflected on some aspects of her practice, she does not include the views of parents and children so they can give their ideas and suggestions for future developments.

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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

 give children more time to share their own knowledge, think through their ideas and respond to questions they are asked, to maximise their learning  refine the ways parents are involved in evaluating the setting, so that their opinions are included, to assist in identifying areas for further development

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during a range of activities, and assessed and discussed with the childminder the impact the experiences have on children's learning.  The inspector checked a sample of documentation, including children's learning records, safeguarding records and a selection of certificates and policies.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took into account the views of parents from written feedback provided on the day of inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder keeps up to date with child protection legislation. She understands the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about the welfare of a child. Furthermore, she checks her home regularly to ensure it is a safe and suitable environment, to help keep children safe from harm. The childminder regularly checks the progress all children make. For example, she tracks their learning and implements interventions where gaps are identified. The childminder is experienced and has a good commitment to her continual professional development. For example, through well-targeted training, she has enhanced her understanding of how a healthy, balanced diet affects the children being more active, to support good outcomes. Overall, the childminder has established good links with a wide range of professionals and parents. For example, parents value the updates they receive on children's progress. This

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

helps them to support continuity in learning at home.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes regular observations and assessments of children's learning. She uses this information to plan for the next stages in their development. Overall, the childminder supports children's language development well. For example, she encourages children to develop speech sounds, and models new words, such as butterfly and bumblebee. The childminder encourages children to play imaginatively. For example, children are excited as they dig for pretend dinosaur bones, and enjoy building aeroplanes. The childminder supports children to develop their early reading skills well. For example, children enjoy listening to stories and eagerly turn pages in anticipation of what comes next. The childminder helps children to develop their senses. For example, children look and follow in amazement coloured balls, objects and shining wall lights.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children form secure and emotional attachments with the childminder. They have a good sense of belonging and are happy, and confident. The childminder encourages independent learning. For example, she supports children to preserve with small tasks, such as putting on their own coats and shoes. The childminder teaches children about staying healthy. For example, children discuss healthy food groups. They know to wash their hands before and after eating, and to tidy away their toys.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in readiness for the next stage in their learning, including starting school. Children are sociable and inquisitive. They learn how to master new mathematical skills, showing their enjoyment in recognising three-dimensional shapes, matching dinosaurs by size and counting a range of objects.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY430700 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 1094953 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 29 April 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. 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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Telephone number

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