Childminder in Lincolnshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 January 2018 27 May 2015

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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 provides children with a stimulating environment. Children have lots of opportunities to engage in activities that help them to make good progress in their learning and development.  The childminder is skilful in providing a commentary upon children's actions, which helps to enhance their skills in listening, speaking and understanding.  Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder keeps them up to date about children's care and the good progress they make in their learning. This helps to ensure continuity for children's development.  The childminder tracks children's progress. This helps her to recognise any areas where a child may need extra support. Gaps in learning are minimised and closed wherever possible.  The childminder provides a nurturing and caring home environment for children. She supports their emotional security, helping them to develop strong attachments to her.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Sometimes, the childminder does not give younger children as much opportunity as possible to explore simple mathematical concepts, such as counting.  The childminder has not targeted professional development opportunities to help her raise the quality of her teaching practice even higher.

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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

 increase opportunities for younger children to explore counting and numbers in their play  strengthen plans for professional development opportunities to raise the quality of teaching practice even higher.

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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 completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder knows the possible signs of abuse and understands the wider issues surrounding child protection. She supervises children well and makes daily checks of the areas used by children to ensure that they are kept safe. The childminder is committed to providing good-quality care and learning experiences. She is proactive in seeking ways to ensure that she follows current guidelines and provides children with exciting ways to learn. She evaluates her practice regularly and identifies areas that she would like to change to maintain high levels of provision. Clear policies which are shared with parents underpin her good practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder completes regular observations of children's achievements. She monitors children's progress to quickly identify and close any gaps in their learning. Young children show good concentration and develop strong hand control. Babies learn to handle and grasp materials, such as ribbons and shakers, confidently. The childminder supports all children to explore and be creative. For example, children choose from a range of materials and delight in making sensory bottles. The childminder encourages language and communication effectively and engages very positively with children during their play. For instance, she constantly talks to the children about what they are doing and introduces new language.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and relaxed in the care of the childminder. They freely choose from the toys available, effectively supporting their independence and sense of belonging. The childminder is very attentive to the children. She swiftly responds to the subtle changes in children's moods, such as offering a cuddle when children are quiet. Babies learn how to express their emotions, such as smiling to show pleasure and excitement. The childminder encourages healthy snacks and packed lunches. She role models very hygienic practices for handwashing and self-care routines. Children learn about their local community during outings, such as to the park. They are beginning to learn about the simple rules in place for their safety, such as not climbing on chairs.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress and gain the skills they need to support the next stages in their learning. For example, they are happy, active and show interest in their play. Babies use words, body language and emotions to express themselves well. They follow simple instructions effectively. Babies display good coordination and mobility.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY306842 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 1092329 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1992 and lives in Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln. 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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