Childminder EY492877

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 October 2017 Not applicable

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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

 Young children develop close bonds with the childminder. They demonstrate they feel happy, secure and comfortable in her company.  Children are motivated and enjoy the experiences provided. The childminder offers a stimulating range of experiences for young children to develop their creative and physical skills.  Children make good progress in their learning. The childminder carries out detailed observations and assessments of the children's progress and she meets the individual needs of the children effectively.  The childminder has effective partnerships with parents and carers. She shares information with parents using verbal communication at the end of the children's day and written daily diaries. Parents have regular opportunities to share what they know about their children. The childminder offers support for parents so they can successfully continue to help their children's learning at home.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although the childminder supports children's emerging language development well overall, sometimes she uses familiar versions of words rather than teaching children the correct word.  Although, the childminder tracks children's individual progress well, she has not started to monitor the achievements of the different ages and groups of children, to quickly confirm that no group is being disadvantaged or falling behind.

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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 consistency when modelling language so children hear and learn to use the correct versions of words  improve the system for monitoring children's achievements, in particular to focus more on identifying the progress made by different ages and groups of children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and the childminder's interactions with children in the inside and outside learning environments.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took into account the written views of parents and carers.  The inspector checked and discussed evidence relating to the suitability of all adults living on the premises, and checked the qualifications of the childminder.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including children's records, safeguarding procedures and the childminder's written policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good awareness and understanding of safeguarding procedures. She is clear about the indicators that may alert her to concerns about a child's welfare. She is aware of who to contact should she have any child protection concerns. The childminder is aware of the importance of monitoring children's non-attendance. Since the childminder registered, she has evaluated her practice and identified areas she would like to improve for the benefit of the children. Although the childminder has not completed any additional training since registration, she keeps her childcare knowledge up to date, such as through reading and through keeping in contact with other providers and early years professionals.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has high expectations of what young children can do. She supports them well as they develop their understanding. For example, she talks to them as they interact, explaining what they are doing, modelling how they can do things and extending their play. The childminder allows young children to move from one activity to another as they choose. She knows the children well and their developing interests. The childminder demonstrates she is aware of when to sit back and watch children play and when to interact with them. Children enjoy creative play and exploring different textures, such as when they play with jelly and find cars the childminder has put inside the bowls of jelly.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has a calm, caring approach towards the children. She supports their emotional well-being effectively. The childminder offers plenty of reassurance and cuddles to children who show they are unsure of a situation. For example, when children go into the garden and there are loud noises, the childminder offers calming words to reassure them. She is a good role model for children. She promotes good personal hygiene practices, such as ensuring young children wash their hands before eating, after being in the garden and after having their nappy changed. Children have good opportunities for fresh air and exercise. Children learn about the world around them, for example, as they take part in regular outings around the local area and amenities. The childminder offers praise and encouragement, which supports children's emerging confidence and self- esteem well.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are happy and confident in their surroundings. They enjoy developing their physical skills and exploring the world around them. For example, they play outside on the climbing frame, collect leaves and play with large balls. The childminder prepares children well for their next stages in their learning or move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY492877 Local authority Gloucestershire Inspection number 1027195 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in Abbeydale, Gloucester. The childminder operates all year round, Monday to Thursday from 8am to 5pm.

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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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