Childminder in Bracknell Forest

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 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 completes regular observations of children and monitors their development effectively. She uses this information successfully to plan a range of exciting activities and to support children to reach their next stages of learning.  The childminder provides a friendly and inviting environment. She supports children's emotional well-being and health effectively. Children are confident, behave well and demonstrate very secure emotional attachments.  The childminder establishes good links with other settings that children attend, helping her to support continuity in their learning and development.  The childminder builds on her teaching skills and those of her assistant, such as through a regular programme of professional development. This contributes successfully to the good progress made by all children, in readiness for their next stage in learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, the childminder does not allow children enough opportunities to follow their own ideas, share their thoughts or respond to the questions that she asks.  The childminder does not gather in-depth information from parents about what children can and cannot do at home, so she can complement learning opportunities 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

 extend opportunities for children to think, respond and share their own knowledge and ideas to further support their learning  use information of children's learning at home to support their learning and progress more consistently.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used for childminding purposes.  The inspector looked at samples of children's electronic assessment folders and records, and a range of other documentation.  The inspector discussed the process of self-evaluation with the childminder and how she obtains the views of all those who use her provision.  The inspector and childminder jointly evaluated an activity together.  The inspector discussed how the childminder supports her assistants.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder stays up to date with local safeguarding procedures and understands how to report any concerns about children's welfare. She risk assesses her premises and makes sure that the environment is safe and secure. The childminder effectively supports her assistant and monitors her practice. She uses self- evaluation well to help her identify and address areas to improve. For example, since registration she has created an exciting and stimulating play space for the children that motivates them to make choices in their play. The childminder regularly monitors the progress children make across all areas of learning and effectively plans for any gaps. Parents are complimentary about the childminder's care and the service she provides. Older children enjoy attending and write that 'everything you plan is amazing'.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder effectively uses her previous experience teaching in a school to develop children's communication and language skills. She is skilled at using opportunities during their play to introduce new words and model sentences to them. The childminder sensitively plans for and supports children who need additional support in their learning. She supports children's early mathematical development effectively. For example, she helps children identify shapes on walks in the community and children eagerly recall the triangular road sign they saw on their walk to school. They learn about colours, shape names and numbers as they play and begin to understand simple calculation. Children develop early literacy skills, such as when they explore making marks. The childminder helps children develop their keen interest of the wider community. For example, they learn about the role of a guide dog.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is friendly, patient and calm. She positively manages behaviour and guides young children on how to take turns and be kind to each other. The childminder supports children's understanding of a healthy lifestyle. She models positive hygiene routines and provides a wide range of healthy, balanced snacks and meals. The childminder fosters children's independence very effectively. For example, she encourages young children to butter their own toast at breakfast and clear the table after their meal. The childminder provides daily opportunities that extend and challenge children's physical skills. They enjoy regular outings to the local park where they climb, balance and learn to manage risk on the park equipment.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children develop the skills that support their learning and prepare them for school. Children develop age-appropriate self-care skills and are self-assured and independent. They are happy to join in with activities and follow the group rules. Children show a good awareness of numbers and count readily.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY495153 Local authority Bracknell Forest Inspection number 1030271 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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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. She lives in Bracknell, Berkshire. The childminder works with a part-time assistant and very occasionally her husband, who is also a registered assistant. She offers childcare all year round.

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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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