Fisher, Caroline Mary

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 October 2017 7 November 2013

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

p.1

This provision is good

 The well-qualified childminder has a good understanding of how to promote the learning and development of children through play.  The childminder is kind and caring in her approach which supports children's sense of security and well-being effectively. Children quickly settle into the childminder's home and happily interact with her and the other children.  The childminder is committed to her own continuous professional development. She has completed a multitude of different training courses to further her knowledge and skills and to benefit children's learning and development.  Partnerships with parents are very good. The childminder provides them with a wealth of information about how she is supporting children's learning. She also provides ideas about how parents can extend their children's learning further at home.  The childminder establishes very positive links with other childminders and the local

p.1

This provision is good

school to develop her practice and to support continuity in children's care and learning.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not yet provide a wide range of rich and varied experiences for children who prefer to investigate and use their imagination outdoors.  On occasions, the childminder's organisation of routines does not provide children with sufficient time to become deeply involved in their learning to support their good progress even further.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 provide a greater range of rich and varied experiences for children who prefer to investigate and use their imagination outdoors  enhance opportunities for children to become more deeply involved in their learning to support their good progress even further.

p.2

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 viewed a focused activity and held discussions with the childminder about children's progress and achievements.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation including evidence of the qualifications and suitability of the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents from the written feedback obtained by the childminder.

p.2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a clear understanding of her role in keeping children safe from harm. She has recently completed training to ensure she is fully aware of current child protection issues. The childminder carries out effective risk assessments to keep children safe and secure. She effectively monitors the quality of her setting and implements well-targeted action plans to address any areas she identifies for improvement. Parents are keen to express their views. They say how delighted they are with the care their children receive. One parent says they feel their family has 'won the lottery' in finding such a caring childminder.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder interacts well in children's play to motivate them and extend their learning. She promotes children's developing language and communication skills effectively. For example, the childminder promotes conversations and encourages children to repeat words back to her. She asks appropriate questions to encourage children's thinking. This means children are becoming strong communicators who learn new words rapidly. The childminder provides a good range of learning experiences and activities which children enjoy. She uses her observations and assessments well to track children's progress and address any gaps in their learning. A wide range of outings is provided. For example, children frequently visit the zoo, local parks and woodland and develop their understanding of the natural world.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder makes sure she finds out about children's care and learning needs when they first start. She gets to know the children well and helps them develop their confidence and self-esteem. Children of all ages play well together. They demonstrate good manners and thank their friends when they share the toys. The childminder shows them sensitively how to resolve minor disagreements. Children are learning to respect and celebrate each other's differences. They also learn to recognise their own and each other's different emotions. Children adopt healthy lifestyles. They follow good hygiene routines, eat nutritious snacks and meals and talk about the food that is good for them.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress from their starting points. They are enthusiastic learners who develop their independence as they make choices in their play. Children's mathematical skills are developing well. They count accurately and say numbers in order. Children listen attentively to stories. They recall parts of the story they know and excitedly predict what is going to happen next. Children are beginning to recognise their names on their coat pegs and have regular opportunities to practise early- writing skills. They are developing the knowledge and skills they need for the future and in readiness for starting nursery or school.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY462634 Local authority Essex Inspection number 1066900 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

p.4

Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 7 November 2013

p.4

Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Witham, Essex. She operates all year round from 7am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays agreed in advance. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

p.4

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.

p.4

Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

p.4

Telephone number

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/, write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk .

p.5

Telephone number

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our website for news, information and updates at www.ofsted.gov.uk/user.

p.5

Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

p.5