Childminder EY304631

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 January 2018 30 January 2013

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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 has good knowledge of each child. She uses this information to assess their achievements, identify what they need to learn next and plan interesting activities that support their learning. Children make good progress.  The childminder is a good role model. She offers reminders of behavioural expectations and gives genuine praise for children's efforts and achievements. Children demonstrate high levels of self-esteem as they learn to manage their own behaviours and feelings.  The childminder has established effective relationships with parents. She shares daily information with them about children's care and achievements. She offers parents suggestions and ideas to help extend their children's learning at home.  The childminder is committed to providing high-quality service for the children and their families. She meets with other professionals and regularly accesses online training to

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This provision is good

keep up to date with any legislative changes. This helps to improve the outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not make the most of all opportunities to encourage children to be fully involved in their learning. At times, she moves from one activity to another too quickly.  The childminder does not make full use of knowledge gained from training that she attends, to raise the already good quality of her teaching to the highest level.

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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 the most of all opportunities that give children time to enjoy activities and be fully involved in learning  actively implement knowledge and skills gained from training and improve the already good quality of teaching to the highest level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the premises with the childminder. She observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members, looked at a range of documentation and discussed the childminder's self-evaluation with her.  The inspector observed and evaluated a learning activity with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of her responsibilities to protect children from harm. She knows the procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child in her care. The childminder effectively implements all her policies and procedures to promote children's well-being and welfare. This helps to ensure that children play and learn in a safe and secure environment. The childminder monitors children's ongoing progress and shares these with the parents to help ensure any gaps in children's learning close effectively. She seeks the views of parents and children and responds positively to their ideas and suggestions to enhance the experiences that children receive. Parents comment that they are very satisfied with the activities that the childminder provides.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses information from parents and her observations while children play to make accurate assessments of what they need to learn next. She uses this information to plan a good balance of child-led and adult-focused activities, overall, which ignite children's interest. The childminder involves herself in children's play. Children listen, understand and competently follow simple instructions. For example, during a finger- painting activity, children draw simple shapes and recognise colours. The childminder models language well, asks questions and provides a narrative of what is happening. Children have opportunities to learn new words and extend their vocabulary. The childminder has regular discussions with staff at the nursery where children also attend which helps to develop continuity in their care and learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are settled and have strong bonds with the childminder. Through their actions and interactions with the childminder, children show that they are emotionally very secure. Children go on regular walks and play in the childminder's garden. They develop their physical skills and have regular opportunities for exercise and fresh air. Children enjoy healthy snacks and meals that include a wide choice of fruit and vegetables. The childminder takes children on local outings where they have opportunities to meet adults and children from a diverse community. Children learn social skills and respect for others, and develop a positive sense of belonging as part of a wider community.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are inquisitive, self-assured and have a real desire to learn. They explore their surroundings with ease and independence, and learn to use equipment and toys safely. Children are motivated, make choices in their play and share their views freely with others. Their communication and language skills are developing very well. Children learn to share, take turns and play together. They develop a strong sense of emotional well- being which helps develop their confidence in preparation for their eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY304631 Local authority Windsor & Maidenhead Inspection number 1061895 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 30 January 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm on 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

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.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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