Childminder EY252589

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 February 2018 1 June 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 evaluates her practice well, with a focus on making changes to improve the outcomes for children. She takes account of the views of parents and children to adapt activities and routines that support children's learning and development effectively.  Children are happy in the childminders care. They are self-confident and motivated. Children enjoy exploring the toys and have very secure attachments to the childminder. Children's behaviour is good.  The childminder observes the children and assesses their development well. She knows what children need to learn next, taking into account their age, stage of development and interests. All children make good progress from their individual starting points.  The childminder has established good relationships with other childminders. They share ideas and support one another, to develop good practice. For instance, the childminder runs a local group alongside other childminders.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not effectively support the professional development of her assistants, to extend their skills to the highest level and improve outcomes for children.  There is scope to build upon the good relationships with parents further, to help them support their children's learning even more effectively at home.

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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

 focus more precisely on developing a targeted programme of supervision for assistants, to raise the quality of practice to an even higher level  enhance systems to help all parents to further promote children's learning and development at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities, 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 looked at a sample of relevant documentation with regard to the suitability of those working with children and those living in the household.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about her self-evaluation and plans for improvement.  The inspector spoke to and took account of the written views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands her responsibility to protect children from harm. She ensures that her assistants know how to recognise and report any child protection concerns. The childminder monitors children's progress and is quick to identify and close any gaps in their development. She effectively implements her policies and procedures to promote children's well-being and welfare. This helps to ensure children play and learn in a safe and secure environment. Parents comment that they are very satisfied with the care and education the childminder provides.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses information from parents, and her observations, to make accurate assessments of what children need to learn next. She uses this information well, to plan activities that encourage children to have fun as they learn. For example, children enjoy an activity about outer space and count down as the rocket takes off. The childminder models language, asks questions, and provides a narrative of what is happening. For example, as children drive a toy car around a track, she talks about how fast they travel. This helps to increase their vocabulary. The childminder has regular discussions with staff at the nursery that children also attend, 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. They develop their physical skills and have regular opportunities for exercise and fresh air, such as playing in the childminder's garden. Children enjoy nutritious meals and snacks, and are confident to follow good hygiene routines, such as washing their hands before eating. The childminder is a good role model and ensures the children understand the boundaries for good behaviour. For example, children take care of the toys and tidy up together before snack. They become familiar with the local area and attend local childminding groups.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children gain the skills necessary for future learning and for starting school. They learn to manage their own personal care needs and become independent. Children are motivated and enthusiastic learners. They learn to share, take turns and play together. They sit and listen to stories with concentration and attention. Children are learning to count and use mathematical language, such as 'bigger' and 'smaller'.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY252589 Local authority Milton Keynes Inspection number 1091619 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 14

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in Newport Pagnell. The childminder works with two assistants. She offers care from 7.30am until 6pm from Monday to Thursday. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification 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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