Childminder EY494704

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 January 2018 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

 Children are happy, settled and emotionally secure. Babies who are new to the setting quickly form close bonds with the childminder and react positively to her warm interactions. The childminder is sensitive to children's individual needs and meets their care routines well. Children develop a good sense of well-being.  The childminder has a good understanding of the individual learning needs of the children she cares for. She respects their current interests when planning and provides activities that she knows they will enjoy.  Relationships with parents are positive. The childminder communicates well to inform parents about their children's day and of their ongoing progress. Parents are encouraged to be involved in their children's learning. For example, children take home library books they have chosen with the childminder to read with their parents.  The childminder makes good use of the local area to enhance children's learning

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This provision is good

experiences through a range of interesting outings. For example, children regularly visit the library and farm parks and explore local woods.  The childminder demonstrates a strong desire to provide high-quality care and learning for children. She is focused and enthusiastic in her approach and consistently reviews and evaluates her practice so that children's experiences are continually improved.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder does not extend children's language and critical-thinking skills as she is too quick to give answers to the questions she asks.

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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

 provide more consistent support for children to think and respond to questions.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder throughout the inspection about her practice and children's learning and development.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector took account of the views of parents in the written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of her responsibilities to protect the children in her care. She has attended safeguarding training; she knows what action to take should she have any concerns about a child. The childminder welcomes training opportunities that help to improve her knowledge and skills. For example, she has completed webinars on different aspects of children's development, such as the use of phonics. She plans to extend this knowledge further to fully support children as they become ready to start school. She meets with other childminders to discuss good practice and welcomes support from local authority childcare advisers. Parents speak very positively about the childminder and the care she provides for their children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides children with good learning opportunities through participating in a wide range of interesting and challenging activities. She completes observations and assessments of children's achievements and development. She identifies what they need to learn next to build on what they already know and can do. The childminder sits alongside children and joins in with their play. She ensures that she creates an inclusive environment where all children are supported to take part, including young babies. Children enjoy singing and listening to stories. Favourite books and themed activities help to consolidate children's learning through topics, such as farm animals. Children are eager to join in with familiar phrases and songs. They use props to put actions to the words and make animal sounds.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy in the childminder's care. They approach her with ease and welcome cuddles and interactions as they play. The childminder encourages young children to develop their independence and self-care skills. They access the toys they wish to play with, use utensils competently to feed themselves and are familiar with the hygiene routines of the day. The childminder supports children to share and take turns in activities effectively. She praises their efforts when they spontaneously share resources, such as passing a ball for other children to kick. This helps to promote their self-esteem and confidence. The childminder promotes a healthy lifestyle. She provides daily outdoor play opportunities for children to enjoy fresh air and exercise. The childminder closely supervises children and assesses risks, taking appropriate steps to reduce any hazards.

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Outcomes for children are good

Observations of children's learning show that they are working comfortably within their expected age range and are making good progress. They are confident to explore the environment and make their own choices. Children are sociable and build friendships with other children and adults at local groups they attend. Children are ready for their next stage of development, such as starting pre-school or school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY494704 Local authority Peterborough Inspection number 1032460 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 2

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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 and lives in Wittering. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, 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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