Childminder EY271790

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 September 2017 6 October 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

 The childminder purposefully gathers information relating to what children can do or understand before they start. This helps the childminder to plan effectively to meet their care and learning needs from the beginning.  Children enjoy investigating a particularly interesting range of resources that stimulates their senses and motivates their interest in exploring how things work.  The childminder has strengthened her partnership with parents. She takes account of their views and also those of children when evaluating her practice. This helps to identify areas for development and continuously drive forward improvement.  Children of different ages play well together and they form positive relationships. The childminder is a good role model and fosters children's eagerness to help with tasks. Children develop strong levels of self-esteem and their emotional needs are well supported.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not fully developed practices for sharing information with other early years settings that children attend, to strengthen the continuity children experience in their care and learning.

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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

 strengthen practices for sharing information with other early years settings to further promote consistency of children's care and learning experiences.

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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 completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and the children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents expressed in questionnaires.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including training certificates. She discussed a selection of policies and procedures and checked evidence of the suitability of all household members.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder takes suitable steps to maintain a good knowledge of the procedures to follow should she become concerned about a child's welfare. She has purposefully designed a poster outlining the possible indicators of abuse and neglect to help her to identify when a child may be at risk. Risk assessments help to promote children's safety. For example, the childminder is quick to notice and minimise possible choking hazards that may pose a risk to younger children. Since the last inspection, the childminder has introduced an effective procedure for obtaining written consent from parents before administering medication to their child. This has helped to improve outcomes for children's well-being. Parents welcome the childminder's suggestions of ways they can support their child's next steps in learning at home. She makes good use of training opportunities to enhance her care of children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has improved her teaching skills since the last inspection. She is mindful to adapt her planning and interactions to suit the abilities and interests of each child. This helps children to experience good levels of challenge in their learning. The childminder is creative in her use of resources. For example, she offers children a large tray filled with cereal flakes and rice which helps to extend their interest in exploring different textures. The childminder encourages children to experiment with filling and emptying the cups she adds to the tray, which helps to develop their problem-solving skills. The childminder uses children's interests and experiences from home to extend their learning. For example, she encourages toddlers to repeat the sounds made by different animals to build on their recent visit to a farm. This also helps to promote their early speaking skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder shows children how to share resources and offers praise when they are thoughtful towards others. Younger children regularly widen their social skills and encounter new experiences. For example, the childminder accompanies them on visits to local toddler groups where they learn to adapt their interactions with different people. Healthy practices are consistently well promoted. Since the last inspection, the childminder has increased opportunities for younger children to develop greater independence during routines, such as using the toilet and handwashing. The childminder actively teaches children how to take care of their bodies. For example, she offers an eye-catching book featuring different foods and prompts children to decide which foods are healthy and those that are better eaten in moderation.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are progressing well from their starting points and acquiring the skills they need for future learning and school. They are motivated to learn and show a sense of curiosity as they delve into their play. Children of all ages enjoy developing their early literacy skills. In particular, toddlers show a strong appreciation for sharing books. They confidently turn the pages and increase their vocalisations when they see things that are familiar to them.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY271790 Local authority Suffolk Inspection number 1107594 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 6 October 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Stowmarket, Suffolk. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. She does not operate on bank holidays and during family 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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