Childminder EY373819

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 November 2017 14 December 2016

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 her practice well. She is keen to make improvements to the service that she is providing. For example, she used feedback from her last inspection to implement new procedures and to review how she supports children's learning.  Children form good relationships with the childminder and her family. They settle quickly and excitedly involve the childminder in their play. For example, children suggest playing together and they squeal with excitement as the childminder demonstrates how to play games.  The childminder monitors children's progress accurately. She uses observations well to identify and close gaps in learning. All children make good progress from their starting points.  Children gain independence and meet their own needs confidently. For example, they quickly fetch tissues to wipe their noses and wash their hands before eating food.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully ensure that children can make informed choices about what they would like to play with from the resources available.  The childminder does not take all opportunities to support children to pronounce words correctly, as part of developing their language skills.  The childminder has not fully developed ways to involve parents in supporting their children's learning at home, as part of forming positive partnerships with them.

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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

 review the organisation of the environment so that children can make informed choices about what they would like to play with  make the best use of all opportunities that arise to support children to learn to say words correctly  strengthen partnerships with parents to involve them more in supporting their children's learning at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation and children's records.  The inspector read written statements from parents and carers and considered their views.  The inspector had discussions with the childminder about her interactions and children's learning and also spoke to children during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has a clear knowledge of child protection and the local safeguarding procedures to follow in the event of a concern. Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder evaluates her practice well. She also asks parents to share their views and suggestions with her to support her in developing her service further. The childminder considers professional development well and how this can benefit the children. For example, she is currently looking to extend her knowledge of supporting children's literacy skills to support them with the transition into school. The childminder takes steps to minimise risks, to keep the children safe. For example, she carries out checks of the environment regularly.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is calm and caring towards the children. She patiently allows children to make their own choices and is keen to join in with them as they play to extend their learning. For example, she uses the children's interest in a game to encourage them to use their mathematical skills. Children enjoyed counting forwards and backwards as they flipped the plastic monkeys as part of their game. The childminder works in partnership with other professionals to support children's development. She actively promotes working together with the other settings that children attend. For example, she shares her assessments and asks the other settings to share their comments on children's development, to encourage consistency in children's learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder helps children to manage their behaviour appropriately. For example, she sets clear boundaries and children learn to follow instructions well. Children quickly help tidy up the toys before they get other toys out to play with. The childminder promotes children's health and physical development well, such as when they enjoy visits to the park to use different equipment. The childminder supports children to socialise and to be confident around other children and adults. Children attend different groups and they take part in singing and story sessions at the local library. They gain a good understanding about people who are different to themselves. For example, they explore books and resources that reflect diversity and go out in the local environment to explore their surroundings.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children acquire the skills that prepare them well for the next stages of their learning and their eventual moves to school. They are confident and motivated to learn. For example, they ask questions and are keen to express their own ideas. Older children gain good mathematical awareness. They excitedly show the childminder how well they can count as they put away toys.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY373819 Local authority North Somerset Inspection number 1107691 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 14 December 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008. She lives in Pill, North Somerset. The childminding service operates from 7.30am until 6pm each Tuesday to Friday 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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