Childminder in Suffolk

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 December 2017 23 January 2017

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Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management Requires improvement Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Requires improvement Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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Outcomes for children Requires improvement

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This provision requires improvement. It is not yet good because:

 Although the childminder has taken steps to improve procedures for assessing children’s development since the last inspection, she has not fully addressed all issues raised. The childminder does not fully implement an effective system to support all children’s good progress.  The childminder does not have a good understanding of the different ways children learn and develop.

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It has the following strengths

 Children develop warm relationships with the childminder and are happy and secure in her care. They receive regular praise for their efforts, which boosts their self-esteem and supports their emotional well-being.  The childminder establishes trusting partnerships with parents. She works closely with parents to support children's individual care needs.  Children are curious and keen to explore. They approach visitors with interest and confidently communicate and engage in play.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage the provider must:

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Due Date

 develop the assessment of children's progress to plan activities to extend children's learning 05/01/2018

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Due Date

 develop knowledge and understanding of the different ways in which children learn. 05/01/2018

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities in the childminder's home and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder. She looked at documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector discussed an activity with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through reading the written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management requires improvement

The childminder has reflected on her provision and worked to address issues raised at the last inspection. However, her understanding of how children learn is not yet good enough to effectively assess and support their good progress. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a clear understanding of the signs and symptoms of possible abuse and how to report any concerns regarding a child's welfare. The childminder completes risk assessments and daily checks of the premises, which helps to keep children safe. She holds a current paediatric first-aid certificate so she can attend to children in the event of accidents or injuries. Feedback from parents is positive. They comment that their children are well cared for.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment requires improvement

The childminder does not have a good enough understanding of how to promote children's progress. She routinely observes their development. However, she does not consistently use this information to plan activities that meet their individual learning needs. Weaknesses in assessment mean activities do not always provide appropriate levels of challenge. This means that children do not always make good progress. Nonetheless, the childminder knows the children well and is aware of their likes and interests. She provides a varied range of toys and resources that is appropriate for the age of the children attending.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Despite some weaknesses in teaching and learning, children's personal, social and emotional development is good. The childminder's calm and caring manner creates a welcoming environment, where children feel safe and secure. Children settle well and are happy and confident in the childminder's care. The childminder is a good role model. And children behave well. Children's good health is promoted well. Children are physically active every day. The childminder talks to the children about the fruit they are eating during snack time and encourages them to drink water. The childminder organises the play space well, which enables children to choose what they want to do. She encourages children's independence and they confidently explore. Children are motivated learners. The childminder effectively supports children's learning about families and traditions beyond their own experiences.

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Outcomes for children require improvement

Inconsistency in the assessment of children does not maximise their progress. Nonetheless, children appear to be working comfortably within the range of development typical for their age. Children develop some of the key skills needed for the next stage in their learning, particularly in terms of their emotional development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY446013 Local authority Suffolk Inspection number 1107813 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 23 January 2017

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Bury St. Edmunds. She operates all year round from 8am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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