Childminder EY471921

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 March 2018 13 August 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 works very effectively with her colleagues to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where children thrive.  Children engage well in play and are keen and active learners. They freely explore the attractive resources and participate in well-planned activities, demonstrating high levels of concentration.  The childminder reviews her practice and values feedback from colleagues and parents. She effectively develops her skills, such as by attending training and holding professional discussions with her colleagues. This enables her to build on her strengths and identify areas for further development.  Children learn to cooperate, share and help each other. They learn to recognise and talk about their feelings and the feelings of others. They behave well.  The childminder monitors children's developmental progress carefully. She provides effective support to help them learn and develop. Children make good progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always encourage children to use the range of writing materials that she provides.  At times, the childminder misses opportunities to include mathematical language in her interactions with children.

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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

 consider how to encourage children's interest in using mark-making and writing resources to strengthen their learning further  recognise and use the many learning opportunities for children to develop their understanding and use of mathematical language during play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the premises and reviewed the resources with the co- childminder.  The inspector considered comments from parents.  The inspector observed the children and childminder at play and discussed practice.  The inspector reviewed a selection of documents and records provided by the childminder.  The inspector discussed self-evaluation with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows what action to take if she has concerns about a child's welfare. She carries out risk assessments of the environment and activities to help to ensure that potential hazards are minimised. The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of her role to support children's care and learning. She develops positive partnerships with parents and professionals, to help ensure children receive continuity in their care. The childminder effectively monitors children's development and ensures any gaps in learning are investigated and addressed.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder enables children to lead their play. She plays alongside them to build on their existing skills and knowledge. She takes children on interesting outings with her co- childminders. This helps to enhance their knowledge of their local community and the natural world around them. For example, children visit the shoreline and the nature parks, which helps to provide them with valuable sensory experiences. Children concentrate for long periods as they play in the garden. The childminder encourages children's physical development, such as climbing the steps or the climbing wall to the slide. The childminder helps to create an environment where there is a lot to talk about. She encourages communication and language effectively. For instance, children excitedly talk about the fairy garden they have helped to create and the treasure they find there.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children clearly feel secure and confident in the childminder's care. Children follow their interests and make decisions about their play. The childminder frequently encourages and praises them for their efforts and achievements. Children are encouraged to be responsible and to look after the resources and be kind to each other. They follow good hygiene routines. For example, children explain why they must wash their hands before they help to prepare their lunch or dinner, They learn about where food comes from and about healthy eating. The many outdoor activities the children undertake help to ensure they have plenty of fresh air and exercise.

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Outcomes for children are good

The childminder encourages children to develop the skills to help them in their next stage of learning. For example, they develop an interest in books and learn to use them appropriately. Children show an interest in shapes and numbers, and letters and the sounds they represent. Children learn how to keep themselves safe and identify potential risks. For instance, they know how to use a knife safely to cut their fruit or spread butter on their bread. Children become independent in their toileting needs and they learn to put on their coats and shoes independently.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY471921 Local authority Southampton Inspection number 1071687 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 13 August 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013. She works in Southampton with her mother and sister, who are also registered childminders. The childminder works Monday to Friday, throughout the year.

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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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