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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder EY415739

Inspected 1 Nov 2017 · URN EY415739

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  • Inspection date verified

    1 Nov 2017

  • Inspectors verified

    Jane Franks

  • Early years verified

    Good

  • Leadership and management verified

    Good

  • Outcomes verified

    Good

  • Overall effectiveness verified

    Good

  • Personal development, behaviour and welfare verified

    Good

  • Previous overall verified

    Good

  • Teaching, learning and assessment verified

    Good

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder Report

  • URN verified

    EY415739

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Grade profile

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  • OverallGood
  • Early yearsGood
  • Leadership and managementGood
  • OutcomesGood
  • Personal development, behaviour and welfareGood
  • Teaching, learning and assessmentGood

79% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Good (17,905 inspections).

Tone of the report

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+65Positivemore positive than 36% of reports of this type graded Good
OutstandingGoodMetRINot metInadequate

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FindingsAbout the inspectionWhat needs to improveLeadership positive critical
  • Findings436w+66
  • Leadership112w+37
  • What needs to improve50w+33

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No strong criticism found.

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Anatomy of the report

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Pages
5
Words of findings
588
about usual (typical 691)
Reading level
Hard
Flesch 49, typical 49
Average sentence
13 words
Next steps
2
typical 2
Hedged sentences
2%
“some”, “not always”, “most”…

Where the words go

Findings 42%Leadership 11%What needs to improve 5%About the inspection 43%

Full report text

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 November 2017 23 June 2015

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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 monitors children's learning to identify any gaps in their development. Children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder engages with professionals at other settings that children attend and provides a consistent approach to their care and learning.  Children show high levels of self-esteem. They are happy, confident and have a strong bond with the childminder.  The childminder provides a stimulating learning environment and a good range of resources that reflects other cultures.  Children learn to adopt healthy lifestyles. For example, they enjoy daily opportunities to play outdoors in the childminder's garden and visit local parks.  The childminder completes regular risk assessments and maintains children's safety.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not encourage parents as much as she could to share their children's achievements at home and support the monitoring of their learning.  The childminder occasionally misses opportunities to support younger children to think for themselves.

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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

 build on the well-established links with parents so they share information consistently to further support children in their learning and development  provide children with time to respond to questions and learn to think for themselves.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the premises and reviewed the resources with the childminder.  The inspector observed the childminder and children during their activities and discussed her observations with the childminder.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and children throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including children's records.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is clear about the correct procedures to follow should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder focuses well on her own professional development and ensures good outcomes for children. For example, since the last inspection she has completed her level 3 qualification in childcare. This has helped her to develop confidence in her ability to observe children and provide activities to meet their learning needs. The childminder regularly reflects on her practice and asks the views of children and parents to help identify areas for improvement. Parents are very positive about the childminder. They comment that their children are very happy in her care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of child development. She makes accurate assessments of children's progress and identifies their next steps in learning. The childminder plans challenging activities that take account of children's interests. For example, young children explore different resources and make marks with paint. They show a growing understanding of number and colour. Children learn how to use tools successfully. For example, they hold pencils correctly, show an interest in pattern and practise drawing shapes with enthusiasm. Children can access resources for themselves and make choices about their play.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is very calm, patient and is a good role model for children. She celebrates children's success and praises their efforts. For example, children have great fun and persevere in controlling the remote-controlled car. They laugh, giggle, and actively involve the childminder in their play. Children learn to manage their own personal hygiene routines. The childminder works with parents and ensures that children enjoy a healthy balance of meals and snacks. The childminder provides a good range of equipment to support children to develop coordination. For example, children practise their skills, balance across tape and re-enact gym activities. The childminder prioritises children's safety and helps them to learn how to manage their own risks.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their communication and language skills. For example, young children are good communicators. They develop a wide vocabulary and are confident to express their needs. Children are inquisitive and motivated learners. For example, they look closely at books and relate pictures to experiences at home. Children concentrate and approach activities with enthusiasm. They gain good skills for future learning and starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY415739 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 1094507 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 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 23 June 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2010. She lives in Farnham, Surrey. The childminder works all day Tuesday to Friday, during term time only.

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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

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.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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

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