Childminder EY435716

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 March 2018 11 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

 Children are content and settle well in the childminder's care. They enjoy a warm and cosy environment, and they benefit from close emotional bonds that they develop with the childminder. Children show good levels of self-confidence.  The childminder understands how children learn and develop. She makes accurate assessments of children to highlight their achievements and to identify any possible gaps in their learning and target areas for further development.  Children make good progress. They have access to a wide range of toys and resources that challenges their learning and motivates their play.  The childminder works effectively with parents. For example, she regularly shares information about their children. She provides factsheets and newsletters, and encourages parents to contribute information about their children's learning at home.  The childminder evaluates her practice regularly. She is committed to developing her

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This provision is good

setting further and seeks the views of parents through feedback and questionnaires, to help her continually drive improvement.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although children enjoy plenty of fresh air and exercise, the childminder does not make the most of opportunities to further support those children who prefer to learn outside.  The childminder does not seek precise information about what children already know and can do from the outset to identify accurate starting points 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

 develop more opportunities to fully support those children who prefer to be and learn outside  gather more precise information when children first start and consider prior achievements fully when assessing their starting points to inform future planning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder. She discussed learning activities, and assessed the quality and impact of teaching on the children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of the suitability of all those living in the household. She also viewed records of children and discussed the childminder's policies.  The inspector took account of the parents' views through their written comments.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation processes and plans for improvement.

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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 knows whom to contact should she have concerns about a child's welfare. She regularly checks areas of her home and takes effective measures to maintain a safe environment for children. The childminder reviews her setting well to improve the service she offers. She makes the most of professional development opportunities to improve her knowledge and skills. She actively researches information and regularly attends training to keep up to date with changes. For example, she has attended sessions focused on phonics and child development. This has a positive impact on her ability to promote children's learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes and monitors children's learning to ensure they progress well. Overall, she plans activities according to children's interests and abilities, and to help to build on what they already know and can do. She effectively plans for the next steps in their learning. Children enjoy looking at books and listen attentively to stories. The childminder skilfully questions and engages children in discussions where they share their thoughts. They learn to handle tools correctly and use different containers to pour water and to make different shapes in the sand. The childminder encourages children to practise their mathematical skills, for example, as they count items hidden in the sand and attempt to solve problems. Older children are beginning to learn about letters and explore the different sounds that form their names. Children's independence is promoted very well.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is warm and caring. She effectively supports children to manage their feelings and behaviour. The childminder offers plenty of praise and encouragement for their achievements to positively boost their self-esteem. The childminder follows babies' individual care routines from home. For instance, they rest and sleep according to their needs. Children attend a range of groups within the local community. This gives them the opportunity to play alongside other children and develop important skills, such as sharing and turn taking. The childminder promotes children's good health. She ensures that children enjoy regular opportunities to be physically active.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop the skills they need to support their future learning and in preparation for their eventual move to school. Young children are inquisitive and show a real curiosity in exploring their surroundings. Older children show good levels of confidence in their own abilities and independently make choices about their play. They develop good speaking skills and they confidently communicate their needs.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY435716 Local authority Oxfordshire Inspection number 1095130 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 11 June 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Carterton, Oxfordshire. She operates Mondays to Fridays all year, including out-of-school care. The childminder receives funding for the provision of free early education for children aged two and three years old. The childminder holds a recognised early years 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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