Childminder in Cornwall

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 November 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

 The childminder provides a very warm, comfortable and caring environment, where children relax and feel safe.  The childminder accurately assesses children's abilities. She provides fun activities and experiences to support their learning.  The childminder's plans are flexible, enabling her to adapt her teaching to meet children's current interests and needs effectively. All children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder monitors the effectiveness of her planning and the rates of children's progress closely. She quickly identifies any children in need of additional support and works with their parents and other agencies to effectively meet their needs.  Children benefit from their daily opportunities to explore the local countryside. There, they have the space to enjoy energetic physical play and learn about the changing seasons.  The childminder's effective partnerships with parents ensure that they share

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This provision is good

information about children's achievements and progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, the childminder misses opportunities to challenge the most able children to learn about the passage of time and the names of three-dimensional shapes.  The childminder has not established highly effective links with all providers involved in children's learning, to help her provide children with consistent learning experiences.

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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

 increase opportunities to develop and challenge the most abled children's knowledge of the passing of time and three-dimensional shapes  further improve links with other providers children attend, to provide children with consistent learning experiences.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the childminder's home and equipment.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector talked with the childminder at appropriate times.  The inspector took account of written parental feedback provided by the childminder.  The inspector sampled childminding documentation, including planning and children's progress records.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder constantly reflects on her practice, making adjustments to further improve her provision. She is committed to developing her knowledge and attends training whenever possible. This leads to a better understanding of how to support children's emotional well-being. The childminder is aware of the requirements of the early years foundation stage and meets them well. She monitors children's progress carefully, enabling her to identify any weaknesses or gaps, and address them promptly. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is alert to vulnerable children and families, and is aware of the procedures to follow to safeguard their welfare.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder identifies what children can do and how they like to learn. She provides a range of resources and activities to support their progress. For example, she equips the writing area with small clipboards and paper, enabling children to select and use them in their imaginative play. The childminder continually extends and reinforces children's vocabulary and understanding of the world well. For instance, when reading to them, she checks their understanding of words that might be unfamiliar. She encourages children to talk about their travels and to find places of interest, using their map of the world. The childminder encourages children to take turns and share equipment.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are secure and happy with the childminder. They confidently select and explore toys that interest them. The childminder sensitively respects and supports each child's feelings and opinions. She encourages them to recognise and start to consider how other children might feel. Children behave well. They are helpful and happily attempt to tidy toys and resources away. The childminder teaches children to value and respect a wide range of cultures, including their own and those of other people. She provides nutritious snacks and talks to the children about the effect of foods and exercise on their bodies and health.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop the skills they need for learning and growing independence. They enjoy listening to stories and imaginative play. When playing hospitals, they pretend to write medical notes. Children learn to play cooperatively. They confidently talk about their experiences and feelings. Children develop the coordination they need to use toys and tools. These abilities equip children well for their future learning experiences in pre-school and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY494621 Local authority Cornwall Inspection number 1030258 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 6

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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 and lives in the hamlet of Carnyorth near St Just in Penwith. She operates from Tuesday to Thursday throughout the year.

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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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