Childminder EY373289

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 July 2017 12 February 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 reflects on the service that she provides. She seeks the views of parents through her discussions with them, helping her to identify her strengths and areas for improvement. Written testimonials from parents and older children demonstrate the high regard they have for the childminder.  The childminder knows the children in her care well and has a secure understanding of the age group she is working with. She provides an interesting range of activities to support children's learning and continuing progress towards the early learning goals.  The childminder establishes warm and caring relationships with the children in her care, actively supporting them to feel safe and settled. Children readily go to her for cuddles and a chat. They confidently seek her out to share their play experiences.  The childminder effectively supports children's developing awareness of managing their own emotions and behaviour. Children are encouraged to share resources, take turns

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This provision is good

and consider the needs and feelings of others.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully support those children who learn best from playing outside to develop their early reading and mathematical skills.  Children's developing ability to concentrate is not always promoted well. The childminder does not keep background distractions, such as the television and radio, to a minimum.

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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

 focus more closely on supporting the early reading and mathematical skills of children who prefer to learn in the outdoor environment  organise the environment more effectively to better support children's developing capacity to concentrate.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection. She observed a planned activity and jointly evaluated this with the childminder.  The inspector looked at records of children's learning and a selection of policies and other records.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members and qualifications of the childminder. She also discussed the childminder's self-evaluation.  The inspector took account of written testimonials from parents and older children.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder takes responsibility for keeping up to date with current legislation and good-practice guidance, to ensure that she continues to meet the statutory requirements and enhance children's outcomes. For example, she understands her responsibility to recognise and support children and families that might be at risk of harm from extreme behaviours and views. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder demonstrates good partnerships with parents. She is committed to working together with them to promote continuity in children's care and learning. Parents are kept well informed about their children's day and their developmental progress. The childminder's assessments of children's progress are accurate and she shares information about their development with other settings that they attend. This effective two-way flow of information helps to ensure that children's individual needs are identified and met.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses her observations of children as they play to identify what she needs to do to support their learning. She has a good understanding of how children learn and is actively engaged in the children's play. Children are encouraged to lead their own play and learning. The childminder adapts activities for the differing age range of children attending to enable each child to learn at their own pace. For example, when older children ask for jigsaws, she also provides younger children with wooden peg puzzles that are appropriate to their age and level of ability. The childminder supports children's communication and language skills well. She engages older children in conversation and actively listens to what they have to say. The childminder responds well to the babbles of younger children, mimicking conversation and introducing new vocabulary.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children build close emotional bonds with the childminder. They are happy and confident in this friendly and welcoming setting. Children have daily opportunities for exercise and fresh air, helping to promote their good health and physical well-being. They are helped to learn about the importance of safe practices, such as the use of sunscreen before going outdoors in hot weather. The childminder plans regular outings in the local community. The childminder is a good role model. She is calm, gentle and treats children with positive regard. She effectively builds children's self-esteem, giving meaningful praise for good behaviour and individual efforts. The childminder sets clear, age-appropriate boundaries for the children. Strategies for managing unwanted behaviour are suited to the age and level of understanding of the children.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points. They develop a good foundation for future learning, such as starting school. Children are confident and independent learners who readily lead their own play. They manage their self-care needs, relative to their age, such as putting on their own shoes before going outside. Children learn to listen, concentrate and follow instructions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY373289 Local authority Suffolk Inspection number 1093422 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 14 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 12 February 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Great Finborough, Suffolk. She operates all year round from 7am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years 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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