Childminder in Suffolk

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 December 2017 13 May 2015

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

p.1

This provision is good

 The childminder reflects on the service that she provides. She identifies her strengths and areas for improvement to help ensure that children continue to receive a good- quality care and learning experience.  The childminder has established effective partnerships with others settings that children attend. There is a successful two-way flow of information that helps ensure children's individual needs are identified and addressed.  The childminder knows the children well. She talks confidently about where they are in their learning and what she needs to do to support their progress.  The childminder monitors the progress of the children in her care. She identifies any emerging gaps in children's learning so that appropriate interventions can be implemented.  Children's emotional well-being is supported effectively. Children are happy, settled and enjoy their time in this welcoming childminding setting.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder sometimes overlooks opportunities to further promote children's thinking skills. She does not always give children enough time to express their own ideas.  The childminder does not consistently encourage parents to remain actively involved in their child's learning and contribute to their continuing progress.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 make the most of opportunities to help children to think and explore their own ideas  develop more effective strategies to encourage parents to make greater contributions to assessments and plans for their children's learning.

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors 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 household members and qualifications of the childminder. She also discussed the childminder's self-evaluation.  The inspector took account of written testimonials from parents.

p.2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder takes responsibility for keeping up to date with current legislation and good practice guidance. She regularly attends relevant training courses to further her own professional development and improve outcomes for children. For example, following recent training she has started to review how she provides for younger children to ensure that their individual learning needs are met as fully as possible. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is aware of the indicators of abuse and knows how to report concerns. The childminder builds trusting relationships with parents. She keeps them informed about their children's day and learning.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a secure understanding of the age group she is working with. She plans and provides activities that children enjoy and meet their learning needs. The childminder adapts activities effectively to ensure that children are able to participate at their own level. For example, when providing an activity using dough, the childminder supports older children's developing awareness of numbers. Children are helped to use the dough to make a set number of items, such as five snowballs and three buttons for the snowman. Younger children enjoy the sensory experience of exploring the dough. The childminder responds well to the babbles and gestures of younger children, mimicking conversation and introducing new vocabulary.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder establishes warm and caring relationships with the children in her care. Children feel safe and secure. They readily go to the childminder for cuddles and to share in their play. Children develop a good sense of belonging. The childminder finds out about their individual routines for sleeping and feeding through her discussions with parents. She continues these, promoting continuity of children's care. Children have daily opportunities for exercise and fresh air, helping to promote their good health and physical well-being. They learn about the importance of good hygiene routines. The childminder is a good role model who leads by example. Children's good behaviour is given meaningful praise. The childminder is respectful of children's efforts. For example, when a child makes a snowman using dough, the childminder responds positively to the child's wish to take it home.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They develop a good foundation for future learning, such as moving on to school. Children confidently lead their own play. They readily choose from the toys and resources available to them. Older children are beginning to manage their self-care needs, such as zipping up their coat and putting on their shoes before going outdoors. They understand that print and pictures carry meaning. Children enjoy sticking pictures of toys onto letters for Father Christmas and are encouraged to make marks on the paper.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY236606 Local authority Suffolk Inspection number 1091493 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

p.4

Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2002 and lives in Lowestoft, Suffolk. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

p.4

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.

p.4

Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

p.4

Telephone number

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/, write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk .

p.5

Telephone number

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our website for news, information and updates at www.ofsted.gov.uk/user.

p.5

Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

p.5