Childminder EY316015

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 November 2017 15 September 2014

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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 is reflective of her practice and talks to parents and children about possible changes to improve the service she provides for families. For example, she provides additional activities that reflect children's current interests to improve their enjoyment and engagement in their learning.  Partnerships with parents are effective. There is a two-way flow of information about children's home routines and their progress. Children benefit from a consistent and strengthened approach to their learning and development.  The childminder supports children's learning well. For example, she skilfully shows young children how to hold pencils to make their marks stronger and more effective, and praises their success. Children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder forms affectionate bonds with children, who are relaxed and secure in their familiar routines. She provides a good range of good-quality resources that reflect

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This provision is good

diversity and other cultures for children to explore.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, the childminder does not encourage children to explore their own ideas during creative activities to fully develop their curiosity and extend their imaginations.  The childminder sometimes misses opportunities to encourage older children to make simple calculations to extend their mathematical development further.

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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

 provide more encouragement for children to explore their own ideas during creative activities, to support their curiosity and develop their imaginations  encourage older children to make simple calculations to extend their mathematical development further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder engaged in activities with children.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder and discussed children's progress.  The inspector looked at a range of documents, including policies and procedures, and children's records.  The inspector talked to the childminder and children at appropriate times.  The inspector took account of the views of parents in written comments.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is vigilant and knows the signs that might lead her to be concerned about a child's welfare. She implements policies and procedures effectively to keep children safe from harm. The childminder keeps her knowledge and skills up to date, for example, by meeting with other childminders to share good practice. Children benefit from a fresh approach to their learning and enjoy taking part in interesting activities that support their development well. The childminder monitors children's learning conscientiously and notices when they need extra help. She uses her funding effectively and consults other professionals to support children to reach their full potential. Partnerships with other providers and schools are good, helping children to become self-assured about the next steps in their education.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes precise assessments of children's achievements. She uses this information effectively to help her plan interesting activities that support children to achieve the next steps in their development. The childminder interacts positively with children and provides good support to their communication and language development. For example, she talks to younger children about what they are doing during play, making comments that encourage them to respond well and learn new words. Older children are confident communicators. The childminder supports them effectively to describe their experiences and express their opinions, widening their vocabulary well.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a warm and welcoming environment and is vigilant about children's health and safety. Children follow good hygiene routines and understand how to play safely. The childminder treats children with kindness and consideration. She is a good role model. Children use good manners and play with others happily, sharing toys and cooperating well during activities. The childminder takes children to a wide variety of groups and on outings that extend their learning experiences well. For example, children enjoy exploring the local parks and beaches, developing their good physical skills and extending their understanding of the natural world effectively. Children have access to a wider range of activities and resources at toddler groups. They benefit from socialising with others, as they interact in larger groups, and develop and extend their social skills.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children gain the skills they need for future learning and starting school. They develop good early literacy skills. Older children recognise and copy letters of the alphabet and write their names confidently. Younger children show an interest in looking at books, turning the pages eagerly and pointing to their favourite pictures. Children become independent in their self-care and manage small tasks for themselves. For example, older children confidently unpack their lunchboxes and help themselves to their healthy food.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY316015 Local authority Cornwall Inspection number 1070722 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 15 September 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives on the outskirts of St Austell and operates flexible hours throughout the year, including overnight care. The childminder receives funding to provide free early education places for children aged two, three and four years. She holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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