Childminder 117341

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 September 2017 16 June 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 uses her wealth of childcare experience and good knowledge well in her assessment of children's development. She identifies their next steps and supports children well in their activities.  Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder works closely with parents to support children's individual needs and development well. The childminder is effective in her communication with parents and others who work with the children.  The childminder reflects well on children's progress and her provision. She successfully involves parents in her self-evaluation process and values their feedback. The childminder continues to develop and improve her provision, to the benefit of children.  The childminder nurtures children and successfully prepares them for their next stage in learning. Children develop important social and communication skills in effective preparation for pre-school and school.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder sometimes misses opportunities to widen children's sensory play experiences, to extend learning and support their natural curiosity further.  Although the childminder continues to develop her skills, she does not consistently check the accuracy of the information she receives from others, to help her extend support to children and their families. For example, she is unclear on the eligibility to claim funding for children.

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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

 increase the opportunities for children to experience a wider variety of play materials to explore and investigate, to increase sensory play opportunities and further encourage children's natural curiosity and learning  make better use of professional development opportunities to gain a secure and accurate knowledge of relevant childcare issues that develop and extend learning opportunities further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held discussions with the childminder about children's learning and development.  The inspector observed the childminder and children in their indoor and outdoor activities.  The inspector checked required documentation, including paediatric first-aid and insurance certificates.  The inspector viewed the safety of the premises.  The inspector received written and verbal feedback from parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder reflects on her activities and resources to support her planning well. For example, she thinks about how often the dough is available and checks that all children have an opportunity to play with it. The childminder adds to her toys and equipment, for instance, she has increased the range of construction toys since the last inspection. The childminder reads childcare magazines and gains information from other providers to support her. For example, she increased her knowledge of a childhood illness, to further support children's health. The childminder acquires and uses new ideas for children's creative activities. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of the local child protection procedures, which enable her to safeguard children's welfare. The childminder has a suitable plan in the event of an emergency, to ensure that children remain in the care of a vetted person if needed.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder interacts well with children in their activities to help them learn. For example, toddlers learn number words as they count the steps with the childminder. Children develop physical skills and coordination as they play ball games together. The childminder talks to children and encourages new words to increase their vocabulary. She sings songs to link with what children are doing or talking about, which supports their developing language skills well. Children develop a keen interest in books and like to take things home to show their family. They learn about nature during outings, for instance, they look for different birds and small creatures.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder and children have warm and affectionate relationships. Children make friends and play well together. Toddlers show care and kindness towards one another. For example, they readily offer and give each other a kiss on the top of their heads. The childminder teaches children well about safety within their daily activities. For instance, younger children respond promptly to the childminder's gentle reminders on how to use the slide properly. The childminder teaches children about feelings and consequences, such as what might make people feel sad. Children behave well and develop respect. Through interesting activities, children learn that people have different opinions, values and traditions. The childminder effectively encourages children to eat healthy foods and to enjoy physical exercise.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are happy and enjoy learning through play. They make choices as they explore the play areas with confidence and interest. For example, toddlers select a favourite doll and pretend to feed it from their toy dish. Toddlers show secure attachments and make good progress in their personal, social and emotional development. Older children develop good early literacy and numeracy skills in readiness for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 117341 Local authority Plymouth Inspection number 1089180 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 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 16 June 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2000 and lives in Plymouth. Care is available Monday to Friday from 8am until 6pm, all year round, except for the childminder's holidays.

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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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