Childminder EY377105

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 May 2017 22 August 2013

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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 is enthusiastic and friendly. She creates inviting, comfortable surroundings where children can safely explore and become independent in their play and in managing their self-care. Children are happy and settled and clearly enjoy spending time with the childminder.  Children have plenty of opportunities to play and continue their learning outside in the fresh air, contributing to their physical well-being.  Children behave well. The childminder promotes their confidence and sense of self- esteem. Children are encouraged to show kindness to each other and are praised for their achievements.  The childminder establishes good relationships with parents. She keeps them well informed about their child's day, including their progress and achievements.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently teach children about the similarities and differences between themselves and others to raise their awareness of diversity.  The childminder does not ask parents for enough information when they first start about what their children can already do at home. This means she is not able to focus her initial assessments precisely enough to help her monitor children's progression effectively from the outset.

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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

 provide children with even more opportunities and experiences to increase their awareness of diversity in the wider world  seek more precise, detailed information from parents about what children can already do when they first begin to attend so that starting points are firmly established.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector observed and evaluated a learning activity with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of household members and looked at a range of documentation, including children's records.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection. She took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of how to keep children safe, carrying out daily safety checks to ensure all risks are eliminated. For example, she checks outdoor equipment to make sure it is fit for purpose. She has a clear understanding of the process to follow should she need to report any concerns about a child's well-being. She works closely with her co-childminders to promote consistency in the provision. They attend relevant training together and find information online to refresh their skills and build on their understanding and practice. The childminder reflects well on her practice to continually identify areas for development, such as how information and communication technology can be used to support children's literacy.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children well. She regularly reviews their development to check that they are making good progress and plans effectively for their next steps in learning. She effectively promotes children's communication and speaking skills, adapting her language to support younger children's understanding. She repeats and corrects the words they say. The childminder talks to the children about what they are doing, helping them to make links between words and actions. For instance, she says 'clap, clap, clap' as young children clap their hands. Children use their imaginations as they pretend to cook and offer the childminder cups of tea. Children are focused and work together as they build train tracks.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is caring and affectionate. Children demonstrate they have built secure and trusting relationships with her. The childminder helps children to develop an awareness of safety and successfully fosters their sense of responsibility. For example, they readily tidy away toys and wipe the tables ready for snack. The childminder promotes children's good health. For instance, she encourages parents to provide healthy meals and snacks. The childminder plans daily opportunities for children to be active. They excitedly run, jump and bounce and use a selection of ride-on toys. The childminder takes children to local toddler groups and attractions. These provide them with opportunities to play and socialise with other children in the community.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress and are well prepared for the next stage of their learning. They are developing their independence. For example, they manage their own care needs and help with small tasks. Children enjoy listening to stories and are beginning to give meaning to the marks they make. They learn to share and take turns during their play, listen attentively at story time and follow instructions when they play outdoors.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY377105 Local authority Herefordshire Inspection number 1065201 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 22 August 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008. She works with her mother and sister, who are also registered childminders, at her mother's home in Hereford. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3. She operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three-and four-year-old children.

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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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