Childminder EY333208

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 October 2017 9 November 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 has worked hard to address the issues raised at her previous inspection. She now completes the required progress checks for children aged between two and three years. The childminder has also made improvements to the activities and experiences she offers to children, which positively supports their motivation to learn.  The childminder promotes children's emotional well-being successfully. Children are very happy in the childminder's care and form strong emotional bonds with her and each other.  The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She provides purposeful interactions with children, which supports their good progress in learning.  The childminder effectively reflects on her own practice, so that she is aware of what she is doing well and what she needs to prioritise for improvement.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully support children's independence. For example, she does not encourage children to manage some tasks for themselves, such as getting a drink when they are thirsty.  The childminder does not track children's progress consistently enough, to help her swiftly identify when a child may need more-focused support for a specific aspect of their 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

 consistently help children to develop their independence skills further  track children's progress even more precisely, to help identify and implement effective ways to support children in making the best possible progress in their learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at suitable times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including the childminder's self- evaluation, and the suitability of those living or working on the premises.  The inspector observed children at play.  The inspector looked at children's learning and development records.  The inspector and the childminder evaluated the effectiveness of an activity.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of how to recognise the signs and symptoms of abuse, and knows where to refer any concerns. The childminder effectively promotes children's safety at all times and encourages children to recognise hazards in the environment. For example, during role-play activities she reminds children that the food may be too hot to eat straight away. She regularly updates her knowledge, so that she is aware of any changes in legislation and understands how she can improve the outcomes for children. For example, she engages in discussions with other providers and reads childcare publications.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder establishes effective working relationships with parents. For example, she completes a diary and has daily discussions with parents, to share information about their child's day, welfare and progress. This helps to encourage parents to continue their children's learning at home and effectively supports continuity of care. The childminder completes observations of children at play, and successfully identifies what they need to learn next. She plays alongside children and asks meaningful questions, to help them think of their own solutions and ideas. She supports children's early reading well. For instance, children enjoy following words and pictures in their favourite books, as they listen attentively to stories.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder recognises and praises children's achievements, helping them to gain confidence and reassurance. Children enjoy a variety of visits to local community groups, where they meet with other childminders and their children. This provides good opportunities for children to socialise in larger groups and make new friendships. Children are active and engage in physical activities, such as playing outside in the garden and enjoying outings or visits to the park. The childminder helps children to know how to make good choices in the foods they eat. For example, through role-play scenarios, discussions about heathy food and good role modelling.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points. Children are keen to explore and they settle quickly. Children behave very well. They are learning good social skills, such as how to share and be kind to one another. Children's imagination is developing well. For example, they set up picnics and pretend to feed their baby dolls with toy bottles of milk and play foods. Children play musical instruments and enjoy taking an active part in singing nursery rhymes and songs. They develop the skills they need for the next stage of learning and for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY333208 Local authority Bracknell Forest Inspection number 1107642 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 9 November 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in Bracknell, Berkshire. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm on Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a level 3 childcare qualification.

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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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