Childminder in Wiltshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 September 2017 15 September 2014

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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 has a good knowledge of how children learn. She takes account of children's preferred learning styles and plans activities that engage them. All children make good progress from their initial starting points.  Children form warm, close relationships with the childminder. They learn to play with others and happily go to her for cuddles and reassurance at times throughout the day. This helps them to feel safe and secure.  The childminder works closely with parents. She exchanges regular information about children's learning and how they can support their children's learning at home. Parents are very complimentary about the childminder and the care and teaching that she provides.  The childminder regularly reflects on her practice. She has addressed the areas for development identified at her last inspection, to help maintain good outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not use children's initial sessions when they first start, to establish good routines and hygiene practices for occasions, such as snack time.  The childminder does not consistently encourage young children to access a wide range of materials, to experiment with and experience through sensory exploration.

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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

 develop clear routines during children's settling-in periods, so that they understand expectations during everyday activities  increase the range of media and materials available to develop young children's sensory experiences through exploration and play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including attendance records; accident records; suitability checks; self-evaluation information; and observation, assessment and planning records.  The inspector considered the views of parents and carers through their letters provided on the day of the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibility to keep children safe from harm. She understands what action to take if she has a concern about a child in her care. The childminder implements her policies and procedures effectively to minimise risks to children when in the setting or local area. The childminder makes good use of her partnerships with other professionals to share good practice, keep up to date with recent legislation and access regular training opportunities. For example, she has completed training to help understand how children who have autism learn. This has improved her knowledge and skills in adapting daily activities. The childminder has good partnerships with other settings so that children receive continuity in their care and learning as they move on to the next stage of their education.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder completes observations and assessments of children and uses this information well to plan children's next steps in their learning. The childminder supports children's communication and language skills effectively. For example, she reinforces their early language and repeats words through familiar songs and rhymes. The childminder helps children to develop an interest in early reading. For instance, they enjoy snuggling alongside her as they look at books and turn pages. Children have great fun developing their understanding of technology. For example, they excitedly press buttons and show delight when their actions produce movement and sound.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's emotional well-being is effectively supported. The childminder has good settling- in procedures that meet the needs of individual children. She allows time for children to slowly get used to her setting, which enables her to build strong relationships with them. Children's self-esteem is nurtured well through lots of praise and encouragement. They behave well and respond positively to the childminder's calm manner. Children enjoy daily fresh air, opportunities to be physically active and to develop their social skills. For example, children visit a variety of places, such as local toddler groups, the library and the park. The childminder helps children at an early age to learn to respect and value the similarities and differences between individuals.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children develop good skills in readiness for their eventual move to school. They are sociable and inquisitive learners. They develop growing independence, confidently select resources and initiate their own play. Children develop an early love of books and listen carefully to stories. They learn about the concept of rhythm and how to count. For example, they listen carefully, move their bodies and clap in time to familiar songs.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY314548 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 1070717 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 15 September 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives in Calne, Wiltshire. She provides care between 7.30am and 6.30pm, every weekday throughout the year. The childminder has a relevant childcare 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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