Childminder EY271383

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 January 2018 19 May 2014

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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 a good understanding of how children learn through play, and she provides strong support to their learning and development. For example, she encourages children to investigate what happens as they enjoy pouring soapy water down a chute. They develop good curiosity and understand how to solve problems.  Children benefit from a welcoming and stimulating learning environment that supports their development well. The childminder provides a good range of resources that is accessible for children to make choices about their play. Children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder identifies her strengths and any areas for development well, and encourages parents to contribute to her self-assessment. She continually makes improvements, including providing fresh resources and flexibility for the children in her care.  The caring and attentive childminder forms strong bonds with children. She consistently

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This provision is good

praises their efforts and they take part in activities with confidence and enthusiasm.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, the childminder does not encourage children to explore the concept of capacity, to extend their mathematical understanding further.  The childminder does not consult parents consistently about children's achievements at home, to help them to make even better progress in their learning.

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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

 extend opportunities for children to explore the concept of capacity, to support and reinforce their mathematical development  provide more encouragement to parents to contribute what children are achieving at home, to help them to make even better progress in their learning and development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder engaged in a range of activities with children indoors and outside.  The inspector observed children with the childminder and discussed their progress.  The inspector talked to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at a range of documents, including policies and children's records.  The inspector took account of the views of parents in written comments.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder is experienced in childcare and conscientious about keeping her knowledge and skills up to date to improve outcomes for children. For example, she attended training that helped her to review and improve her understanding of supporting children's communication and language skills. The childminder monitors children's learning effectively to notice and address any gaps in their development. Partnerships with outside agencies and other providers are positive and support a consistent approach to children's good progress. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is vigilant and knows the signs to look for that might cause her to be concerned about a child's welfare. She is clear about the correct procedures to follow to keep children safe from harm.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes children thoughtfully and makes precise assessments of their levels of development. She plans interesting activities to help them to move on consistently in their learning. The childminder interacts positively with children, making suggestions as they play and extending their learning well. For example, she adds interesting tools and resources to support their creative ideas as they make hedgehogs with play dough. Children develop good manipulative skills as they handle tools skilfully and extend their imaginations to embellish their creations to great effect. Children enjoy the experience of sharing books with the childminder. She skilfully uses her voice to bring stories to life and encourages their interaction effectively. Children become absorbed, concentrate well and develop good early literacy skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are relaxed, happy and secure in their familiar routines. The childminder is a good role model and treats children with kindness and consideration. She is consistent about her expectations of good behaviour. Children respond well and use good manners. The childminder provides healthy and nutritious meals and snacks, and encourages children to be physically active. Children benefit from daily fresh air and exercise, and gain good physical skills. The childminder takes children on regular outings to parks, libraries and places of interest. Children develop a good understanding of the world around them and of their local community. The childminder provides activities and resources that positively reflect other cultures, to help children to notice similarities and differences to their own.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children enjoy learning, and gain the skills necessary for future learning and starting school. They are independent and dress themselves for going outdoors, putting their coats and boots on with increasing skill and confidence. Children do well in their communication and language development. They speak fluently about characters in books and re-tell stories accurately, using a wide and varied vocabulary.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY271383 Local authority Cornwall Inspection number 1068675 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2003. She operates flexible hours throughout the year. The childminder receives funding to provide free early education places for children aged two, three and four years. She has a qualification in childminding practice at level 3.

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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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