Childminder EY305811

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 November 2017 11 August 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 reflects on the service that she provides. She is aware of her strengths and has plans in place to manage the weaknesses she has identified.  The childminder builds friendly and trusting partnerships with parents. She keeps them informed about their children's day and learning. Information is shared daily, through both verbal communication and written records.  The childminder is fully aware of where individual children are in their learning and development. She observes them as they play and evaluates what she sees. She uses this information effectively to help plan for children's continuing progress.  The childminder fosters children's emotional well-being effectively. Children are exceptionally secure in their relationships with her. They readily go to her for cuddles and to share their play and learning.  The childminder supports children's developing awareness of managing their own

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This provision is good

behaviour. Children are encouraged to share resources, take turns and consider the needs of others.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder sometimes overlooks opportunities to further promote children's thinking skills. She does not consistently give children enough time to respond to questions and express their own ideas.  The childminder does not support children's developing vocabulary to the highest level. For example, she often uses 'baby language' when talking to children.

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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

 maximise opportunities to help children think about and explore their own ideas  pronounce words correctly to help children develop their vocabulary consistently.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this had on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection. She observed a planned activity and jointly evaluated this with the childminder.  The inspector discussed children's learning and looked at a selection of policies and other records.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all assistants and household members and qualifications of the childminder. She also discussed the childminder's self-evaluation.  The inspector took account of written testimonials from parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder is committed to continuous improvement. She organises her setting well and keeps up to date with current guidance and practice. For example, she has completed online training to ensure that she understands how to recognise when children are at risk from extreme behaviours or views. The childminder knows what to do if she has a concern. Safeguarding is effective. Written testimonials demonstrate the high regard parents have for the childminder. They appreciate that she has a kind and nurturing approach and feel reassured that she puts the children's interests first. The childminder is aware of the importance of working in partnership with others who provide care and learning for the children. A two-way flow of information has been established, helping to ensure that any concerns are quickly identified and managed.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She is actively involved in their play and responds readily to the short concentration span of younger children. The childminder is led by what children want to do. She plans activities that are rooted in their interests. For example, when children show an interest in the birds in the garden, the childminder plans an activity to make bird feeders. She uses this as an opportunity to encourage children to explore the differing textures of fat and seeds and use the muscles in their fingers to squeeze and press the mixture. Children enjoy puzzles. The childminder provides age-appropriate inset puzzles and jigsaws with a small number of pieces for them to use independently. Children are starting to persevere with more difficult puzzles with support from the childminder.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are helped to play in ways that are safe for themselves and others. The childminder continually risk assesses what children are doing. She takes steps to keep children safe, while allowing them to explore and take managed risks. The childminder is a good role model. She is calm and gentle and treats children with positive regard. She effectively builds children's self-esteem, giving meaningful praise for good behaviour and individual efforts. Children have daily opportunities for exercise and fresh air. They walk to school and back to take and collect others. In addition, children are able to play in the garden and are taken on outings into the local community.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop the key skills needed to be ready for school. They are motivated and independent learners who confidently lead their own play. Children recognise that print carries meaning and they are beginning to recognise letter names and sounds. Children use numbers in everyday play and routine situations. They manage their personal hygiene relevant to their age and level of ability.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY305811 Local authority Suffolk Inspection number 1104341 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 11 August 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Haverhill, Suffolk. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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Telephone number

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