Childminder EY441214

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 August 2017 4 September 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

 Children form close bonds with the childminder and the other children that attend his setting. The childminder provides praise and encouragement which helps support children to grow in confidence and self-esteem.  The childminder has built close working partnerships with parents. He frequently shares details about how children are progressing. The childminder provides resources and ideas that parents can use to further develop their children's learning at home.  Children's language and communication skills are effectively supported by the childminder. For example, he talks to children about what they are doing. The childminder asks them questions to help extend their thinking skills.  The childminder works in partnership with other settings that children attend. He shares assessments of children's learning and progress to support a continuity of care.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always make good use of opportunities for professional development to extend his knowledge and understanding to a higher level.  On occasion, the childminder does not consistently provide children with challenging enough learning opportunities to help them to make more rapid 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

 expand continuous professional development opportunities to focus even more sharply on delivering the highest quality of teaching  provide a higher level of challenge in activities to support children to excel even further in their learning.

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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 completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder and his assistant. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons working and living in the household.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through reading the written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding about the signs and symptoms of abuse. He knows the procedures to follow and who to contact in the local authority with any concerns. The childminder regularly evaluates his practice to identify areas for further development. He gathers the views of parents and children and uses this information to target improvements. The childminder frequently evaluates the assessments of children's achievements. He uses this information to identify and target areas for further support when needed.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder gathers information about what children are able to do when they first start. Along with his observations, he identifies where children are achieving and sets their next steps in learning. Children's mathematical development is promoted. The childminder introduces words, such as 'next' to and 'above', into their play. Children enjoy counting the number of dots on different pictures of insects and he supports them in writing the correct number. The childminder asks children questions during story time. This helps to support children to develop an understanding about what may happen next. Children are given time to think and respond for themselves.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder promotes children's independence. They are encouraged to put on their own shoes and know to wash their hands after outdoor play. The childminder uses opportunities during mealtimes to talk to children about food that is good for them. Children enjoy daily opportunities for outdoor play and fresh air. They explore the local parks and enjoy playing on swings and play dens in the garden. Children behave well. The childminder provides a consistent approach and clear explanations for children. This helps promote their understanding. The childminder supports children to use good hygiene practices. For example, children wash their hands before mealtimes. Children take part in activities about different festivals which helps support their understanding about the world in which they live.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are eager to learn and happily explore the wide range of activities available. They develop their imaginative skills as they build and create towers and cars from building bricks. Children make good progress from their starting points. They quickly learn the skills needed ready for their next stage in learning and for their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY441214 Local authority Central Bedfordshire Inspection number 1065835 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 6 Number of children on roll 10

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 4 September 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Henlow. He operates his provision all year round, from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. He works with a co-childminder. He 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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