Childminder in Devon

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 December 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

 All children make good progress from their starting points in learning. They grow and develop confidence while they are with the childminder. The childminder is skilled at interacting with the children. They develop good communication and language skills, and are sociable.  The childminder provides a stimulating environment with a good range of resources which successfully supports children's learning. Children are well engaged and eager to learn.  Children form strong attachments to the childminder and other children. They are confident, happy and have a positive sense of belonging. The childminder meets children's emotional needs well.  The childminder develops effective partnerships with parents. They work together well to meet children's care and learning needs through a supportive approach.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, the childminder's observations and planning for children's future learning are not as precise as possible to build on their next steps more concisely.  The childminder occasionally misses opportunities to help children gain the skills required to use various tools correctly in preparation for early writing.

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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

 make better use of observations to identify and plan for children's next steps in learning even more precisely, to help them make the best possible progress  make the most of opportunities for children to learn how to use different tools, to develop their physical skills and abilities in preparation for writing.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and the impact of teaching on children's learning.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and engaged with the children.  The inspector looked at a selection of documentation.  The inspector discussed self-evaluation and observations of the children's play, learning and progress with the childminder and evaluated an activity with her.  The inspector took account of the views of parents and carers, provided in their written feedback and from discussion.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of safeguarding procedures. She understands her responsibility to report concerns to protect children's safety and well-being. Since registration, the childminder has developed planning procedures well overall, and introduced topics using the children's interests. She keeps up to date with current practice, and uses literature and the internet to identify activities she can use to engage children well in their learning. This has strengthened her knowledge, skills and the quality of teaching. The childminder monitors and reviews children's progress well overall. She successfully evaluates her practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder skilfully interacts and reinforces the children's mathematical understanding of numbers well. For example, she counts the play dough berries and children eagerly share how many they made for their pretend pie. The childminder enthusiastically introduces activities and supports children's eagerness for learning. Her good-quality interactions and questioning encourage them well, for instance, to use language confidently to express themselves. The childminder describes the children's actions and helps them to notice changes. For example, children persevere at activities, show good levels of concentration, and see how colours change when blended together.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children benefit from physical exercise and fresh air. They use the outdoor play equipment, visit the parks and engage in walks with the childminder. For example, they confidently move their body through the play tunnel and practise new skills while throwing the ball. The childminder teaches the children about potential hazards well. For example, she explains the consequences of their actions and encourages the children to help tidy away. She uses books and discussion to develop children's awareness of road safety. Children rest when needed, and enjoy nutritious snacks and meals. They respond well to clear guidance and boundaries, and receive frequent praise and encouragement. Children are cooperative. They have good levels of self-esteem and learn to share and take turns.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children learn key skills to prepare them for their next stage in learning and the move to school. They are eager to learn, and explore and investigate their surroundings. For example, they manipulate play dough, make shapes and use their imagination well. They experiment with creative materials and enjoy making marks. Children have good social skills and build good relationships with each other. For example, they talk about the childminder's hamster and enjoy activities together. Children develop increasing independence with their personal care. They confidently wash their hands and put on their shoes.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY491103 Local authority Devon Inspection number 1024093 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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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 Kingskerswell, in Newton Abbott, Devon. The childminder works five days a week from 8am to 6pm.

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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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