Childminder in Reading

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 June 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 behave well. The childminder provides consistent reminders so younger children learn to share, take turns and adapt their behaviour well when with others.  Children make good progress in relation to their starting points. The childminder successfully monitors children's achievements and changing interests, to plan experiences that prepare children well for the next stages in their learning.  The childminder supports children's good health and personal skills well. For example, she praises all children as they enjoy making their own sandwiches for lunch.  Children progress well in their mathematical development, for instance, they count objects while they play.  The childminder understands her practice well and reflects on her service effectively. This helps her to make improvements that meet children's changing needs, such as developing challenging activity ideas. She obtains parents' views during this process, to

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This provision is good

include their suggestions and consider their needs.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder does not give older children enough time to respond to questions and extend their problem-solving skills.  The childminder does not extend opportunities for children to build on their early reading skills, especially to support their knowledge about topics that interest them.

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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 older children more time to respond to questions and use their problem-solving skills  provide more opportunities to build on older children's interests to support their early reading skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder, discussed learning activities, and assessed the quality and impact of teaching on the children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at documentation, including children's records, and discussed the childminder's policies.  The inspector took account of the parents' views through their written comments.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation processes and plans for improvement.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder confidently identifies signs of abuse and knows what to do if she has concerns about children's welfare. She keeps her knowledge of child protection up to date and has contact information for other professionals, so she can report her concerns promptly. The childminder establishes effective partnerships with parents. She keeps them well informed about their children's progress and shares information to successfully help them support their child's learning at home. The childminder keeps up to date with new legislation and guidance. For example, she refreshes her knowledge to improve her skills and promote good outcomes for children. This helps her to continually adapt her educational programmes as children progress.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes children as they play. She makes accurate assessments about what they achieve and what they need to do next, to progress well. She successfully adapts activities so that all children can be included. For example, children enjoy buttering bread and use various tools to shape playdough. They build strong muscles in their hands and develop good hand-to-eye coordination, preparing them well for more-controlled activities, such as early writing. The childminder helps children learn that their views are important, and provides them with choices about their activities.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a good role model for children. She is calm and praises children for their efforts and achievements effectively. This supports children's emotional well-being successfully. Children play cooperatively and support each other with everyday tasks. For example, they work together to tidy away the puzzles and dolls. Children are polite and confidently tell the childminder what they would like to do next. She effectively helps children learn about healthy lifestyles. For instance, she talks to them about the importance of eating healthy foods. Older children manage their personal care and confidently carry out tasks independently, such as washing their hands ready for lunch. The childminder supports children's understanding of the similarities and differences between themselves and others well. They learn about wider society and take part in activities that help them to learn about and respect others.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children successfully increase their independence and develop good speaking and listening skills. They enjoy outings to a variety of places and mix with other children well. They develop good social skills and gain confidence in new surroundings. Children have good opportunities to experience energetic physical activities to support their balance and coordination. They learn to count and explore new ideas. Children gain the key skills needed for their eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY485356 Local authority Reading Inspection number 1006355 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 4 Number of children on roll 4

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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 Reading, Berkshire. The childminder lives in a fourth-floor flat with access via two lifts and has an intercom at the main front door. The childminder operates on Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm and holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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