Childminder EY482078

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 July 2017 11 August 2016

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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

 Since the previous inspection, the childminder has reviewed and improved her system for monitoring children's progress. Parents are more involved in their children's care and learning needs. She has developed her partnerships with other settings children attend, to help ensure information is shared, helping improve the continuity of care and learning.  The childminder's calm and gentle nature helps children settle quickly in the homely and friendly environment. They are content, happy and ready to learn.  The childminder has robust recruitment procedures that help ensure assistants are suitable to work with children.  The childminder is committed to improving her already good knowledge. She attends courses and regularly meets with other providers to share best practice ideas.  The childminder reviews her provision effectively to improve practice. She assesses strengths and weaknesses, and identifies areas she needs to develop further.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently provide those children who prefer to learn outside with the best possible learning experiences.  On occasions, children are not fully involved in recognising their own achievements and suitably celebrating their progress.

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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

 improve the learning opportunities for those children who prefer to be outside  involve children more in the assessment process to recognise and celebrate their learning achievements.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children's activities indoors and outdoors.  The inspector sampled children's learning records and other relevant documentation.  The inspector took account of parents' and children's comments from written feedback.  The inspector looked at the childminder's self-evaluation form.  The inspector discussed childcare practice with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistants update their safeguarding training regularly. They are aware of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. They know the procedures to follow if they have any concerns about a child's well-being. They also display a good understanding of how to protect children from extreme views and harm. The childminder risk assesses the environments to help children stay safe in her home and on outings. The childminder coaches, supports and monitors the assistants' practice efficiently. For example, she undertakes formal supervision and checks their ongoing suitability and identifies training needs. The childminder and her assistants assess children's progress and track it over time. This enables them to identify any gaps in their learning and follow these up.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is knowledgeable about children's learning and development. She ensures she knows what their capabilities and interests are. Overall, the childminder and her assistants provide a wide variety of toys and resources that meet children's learning needs. For example, the children become involved in the role-play activities and talk about mummies and daddies as they push a doll around in the pushchair. Pretend and real cooking are popular with all the children, and they enjoy creating and baking their own individual pizzas. The childminder asks children questions and gives them time to think about what they want to say. The childminder ensures she teaches children early mathematics and communication skills in their everyday play. For example, they complete a puzzle and talk about the shapes, colours and numbers of pieces together.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children behave very well. They are polite and well mannered. Children's confidence, independence and self-esteem are promoted well through the praise and encouragement they receive. Regular trips out in the local community and further afield help provide opportunities for children to socialise with others. Children enjoy helping out and taking on small tasks, such as tidying up and putting the right puzzle pieces in the correct box. The childminder teaches the children the importance of keeping themselves safe and healthy. For instance, they learn about the benefits of eating a balanced diet and following positive hygiene routines.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points. They are confident in making choices and eager to participate in activities. They learn to share and take turns. Children listen to others and follow simple instructions. They are developing the skills they need for their future learning and for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY482078 Local authority Kent Inspection number 1107914 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 11 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 11 August 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Maidstone, Kent. She provides childcare all day on Monday to Friday, with the exception of bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with two assistants. She receives funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years. The childminder holds qualified teacher status.

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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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