Childminder EY486985

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 July 2017 Not applicable

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

p.1

This provision is good

 The childminder ensures children have access to a wide range of interesting and challenging activities and experiences. She demonstrates a strong commitment to promoting a good service and this has a positive impact on the learning experiences she provides.  The childminder provides a relaxed and calm environment. New children settle well and all children form secure attachments to her, helping them to feel safe and secure in her care from the start.  The childminder supports children's communication and language skills well. Babies babble to express their enjoyment and younger children are confident to communicate their ideas.  Children behave well. They use good manners, take turns and are respectful towards each other. The childminder gives lots of praise to boost their self-esteem.  The childminder encourages parents to be involved in their child's learning. She regularly shares information about children's progress and also offers suggestions to

p.1

This provision is good

help them support their child's learning at home.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although the childminder provides some opportunities for parents to contribute to the self-evaluation of the setting, she does not robustly evaluate these contributions to help her make even more meaningful changes.  The childminder has not fully developed her programme of professional development to raise the quality of her teaching to an outstanding level.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 strengthen systems for seeking and evaluating the views of parents in the self- evaluation process, to further build on the good practice provided  develop a programme of professional development that continues to improve knowledge and skills and raise the quality of teaching even higher.

p.2

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 completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector took account of the views of parents from feedback provided by the childminder.

p.2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of child protection issues. She keeps her knowledge up to date and accesses regular training. The childminder is aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse. She is confident in the procedures to follow in the event of her having a concern about a child's safety or welfare. The childminder is well organised and efficient in the reflection on her practice. This helps her to plan changes and monitor the impact of what she does. The childminder regularly meets with other childminders to share good practice and exchange new information and ideas.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The quality of teaching is good. The childminder monitors children's progress and makes sure they are challenged appropriately to make good progress from their starting points. She plans a wide range of activities, both inside the home and outdoors. She uses resources effectively to support children as they play. She successfully ensures that activities match children's interests and next steps in learning. The childminder is quick to respond to children's individual needs. For example, she provides children with tweezers and scoops, to enhance their exploring of stones in the garden. She routinely introduces mathematical language, such as when she encourages them to count the number of stones they have collected. The childminder promotes children's mark-making skills well. Children spontaneously make marks with chalk on the slabs in the garden. Babies are curious and eager to explore their surroundings. They spend time on their tummies,

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

investigating different toys and textures.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder visits children in their own home before they start. She uses this time to obtain relevant information from parents about children's likes and interests. Children benefit from fresh air and exercise. They develop large-muscle skills as they climb, run and explore when outside. Children learn about the natural world around them and enjoy walks in the surrounding area. They are self-confident and play cooperatively together. The childminder supports them to develop their self-care skills. She promotes children's good health. For example, she works in partnership with parents to ensure that children are provided with healthy meals and snacks.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress. They gain the necessary skills needed for the next stage in their learning and their eventual move on to school. Children demonstrate good levels of independence. They confidently wash their hands and feed themselves. Children enjoy counting and are beginning to understand other mathematical concepts, such as size and shape. Babies are developing good communication skills and older children have a wide, expressive vocabulary.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY486985 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 1007502 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

p.4

Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

p.4

Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Thrapston, Northamptonshire. She operates all year round from 6.30am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

p.4

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.

p.4

Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

p.4

Telephone number

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/, write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk .

p.5

Telephone number

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our website for news, information and updates at www.ofsted.gov.uk/user.

p.5

Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

p.5