Childminder EY434788

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 January 2018 22 September 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 young children learn and develop. She knows the learning needs of children in her care to ensure they make good progress in readiness for the move on to their next phase in learning.  Children are happy and content in the childminder's home. They are emotionally secure and develop a strong bond with the childminder. Parents are kept well informed about their child's day, including their care routines, outings and activities in which they take part.  Children's health, well-being and physical development are promoted effectively. The childminder promotes healthy eating and good personal care routines, and children benefit from spending time outdoors each day.  The childminder is a good role model who is respectful in her approach to children. She teaches young children about good behaviours and they learn to share, take turns and use good manners.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always offer children enough opportunities to explore using their senses.  The childminder does not fully consider how to help children to develop their awareness of the similarities and differences between their lives and those of others.

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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

 enhance opportunities for children to explore using their senses  provide more opportunities for children to learn about the similarities and differences between themselves and others in the community and wider world.

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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 spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at a sample of relevant documentation with regards to children's welfare and safety, including evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector took account of the views of parents from information provided in written references on the day of inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands how to follow the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures in the event of a concern about a child's welfare. The childminder updates her child protection knowledge by completing training. She monitors her provision and talks to parents about her practice to see where improvements can be made. Since the last inspection she has completed a recognised childcare qualification. The childminder ensures the premises are safe and she supervises children well in the home and on outings. The childminder has a good understanding of what children know and can do. She checks for gaps in their learning and talks to parents about the progress children make. Parents are complimentary about the childminder's care and the progress their children make in her care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows children well and has a good understanding of what they need to learn next. She uses good teaching strategies to support children by following their lead and encouraging them to find their own way of doing things. The childminder places a good focus on promoting young children's communication skills. She constantly interacts with children and repeats words to reinforce early language and to develop their vocabulary. Young children are very inquisitive and choose with what they would like to play. They particularly like to look at books where they can lift flaps to reveal which animal is hiding on the page and they enjoy listening to stories. The childminder takes every opportunity to engage children in singing and counting. She encourages children to follow the actions to their favourite songs and shows them how to use the bricks to build a tower. Children develop early technology skills while playing with electronic toys and

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are relaxed and content in the childminder's care. The childminder helps children to keep themselves safe and play harmoniously. The childminder encourages children from a young age to help to tidy up toys. Children benefit from regular visits to local groups where they play alongside their peers and develop confidence and social skills. The childminder is calm and nurturing. For example, cuddles and story time provide the chance for children to relax and have quiet time before they go to sleep. Children are praised for their achievements and this boosts their self-esteem. The childminder shares children's achievement in a daily diary, detailing the 'Special moments in my day'. This provides parents with valuable information about their child's day and care routines.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children show an eagerness to explore and learn. They move forward at a good pace in their learning and learn skills that will help them in the future. Children learn about numbers, counting, and letters and the sounds they represent. They develop good independence and personal care skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY434788 Local authority Oxfordshire Inspection number 1071446 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 1 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 22 September 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Oxford. She operates all year round, from 9am to 4pm on Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a recognised childcare qualification at level 2.

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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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