Childminder EY485637

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 May 2017 Not applicable

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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

 Children form strong emotional bonds with the childminder. They are settled, content and thoroughly enjoy their time with her.  The childminder observes and assesses children's progress carefully and accurately. She plans and provides activities that interest the children. Children develop as active learners, making good progress from their starting points.  Partnerships with parents are good and the childminder keeps them well informed. For example, she shares information about children's learning and progress regularly.  Children are extremely confident and at ease in the childminder's company. They independently access resources and are able to play together, making up games and cooperating in their play.  The childminder understands the importance of professional development to help improve her skills. For instance, she attends training to keep her safeguarding knowledge up to date. She successfully implements what she learns into her practice to

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, the childminder does not give children enough opportunities to think for themselves, share their thoughts or respond to her questions.

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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 opportunities for children to think, respond and share their own knowledge and ideas to further support their learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and the quality of the childminder's interactions with the children.  The inspector looked at children's records and discussed their progress with the childminder.  The inspector sampled the childminder's documentation and discussed her knowledge of the requirements of the early years foundation stage.  The inspector took account of parents' views from written documentation provided.  The inspector evaluated an activity jointly with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands her responsibility to protect children and implements effective policies and procedures to ensure their welfare. She knows how to recognise and report any signs that indicate a child may be at risk of harm. The childminder evaluates her practice well. She recognises her strengths and areas for improvement to help enhance children's experiences. The childminder implements effective systems to check on children's progress, helping her to identify and address any gaps in their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good knowledge of children's interests which helps her to plan stimulating activities to motivate and engage them. For example, children make shakers from recycled materials. They create and design their shaker using a wide range of resources available to them. The childminder makes careful observations of children's development in all areas of learning. These help her to identify any aspects where children need further support. The childminder supports children's communication skills well. For example, she listens to them and encourages them to talk about their lives and familiar events. Children are confident and are developing both their large- and small- physical skills. For example, they run and jump in the local woods and enjoy hand coordination activities.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a welcoming environment where children are happy and at ease. Children form close attachments to the childminder. The childminder is a good role model and teaches children from a young age to use excellent manners, share and take turns. She teaches children about dangers in the environment and how to keep themselves safe. Children learn about the importance of a healthy lifestyle through discussions and activities. The childminder helps to build on children's growing social skills and self- awareness. For example, they attend local groups where children have greater opportunities to play and learn to share with others.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children develop the skills they need for their future learning and are well prepared to move on to school. They explore freely and make their own choices, such as selecting toys in both the garden and indoor play areas. Children persevere to overcome challenges and take pride in their achievements. They develop good independence and manage tasks efficiently for themselves. Children communicate their needs effectively and engage well in their play.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY485637 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 1006358 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Lincoln, Lincolnshire. She operates all year round from 6am to 9pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays. The childminder offers care at weekends.

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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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