Childminder in Lincolnshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 April 2018 8 April 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 well-qualified childminder provides a welcoming, stimulating and well-resourced learning environment. Children are self-motivated and inquisitive learners. They all make good progress in relation to their starting points including those who receives extra funding.  The childminder maintains a system that effectively monitors children's progress and helps accurately pinpoint any gaps in children's learning. She uses this information to swiftly address any additional support children need to make good progress.  The childminder encourages children to recognise and express their feelings in a positive way. Children are taught to consider others' feelings and how their actions and words affect other people. They are well mannered, polite and helpful.  Children learn about the world beyond their immediate experiences. They enjoy regular visits to farms and attractions and learn about people and cultural celebrations.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder gathers some information from parents about what their child already knows and can do when they first attend. However, she does not always incorporate this information into initial assessments of children's abilities.  The childminder does not always recognise and minimise possible distractions, such as unnecessary background noise and small disruptions to children's play. This means that children who are easily distracted do not always benefit fully from activities.

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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

 incorporate precise and detailed information gained from parents about children's prior learning into initial assessment when they first start  identify and minimise potential distractions to children's learning, including background noise, so that all children are able to fully concentrate and remain focused in their activities.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the lounge, kitchen and outdoors. She took account of the views and opinions of children and parents, provided via written testimonials.  The inspector spoke to and interacted with children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability of the childminder and adult members of the household, as well as the childminder's training and qualifications.  The inspector looked at a sample of records, policies and procedures. She discussed children's assessment and progress with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder recognises signs that may indicate children are at risk from extreme views and behaviours. She knows the action she must take if she has any concerns for a child's welfare. The childminder exchanges relevant information with others who share children's education with her. The childminder provides parents with opportunities to comment on their children's learning and the service she provides. She considers their feedback when making plans for improvement. Parents comment that they value the childminder's contribution to their children's learning. Children express their affection for the childminder and describe how much they enjoy spending time with her. The childminder updates her knowledge through continued training. This means that children benefit from knowledge that is current and well-informed.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder demonstrates effective teaching strategies. She is enthusiastic and animated in her approach to teaching. The childminder demonstrates new skills and provides timely help for children if they require support. Children clearly enjoy their time spent with the childminder. They engage in activities that stimulate their imagination. Children giggle when they make musical shakers from cardboard boxes filled with cereal. The childminder encourages children's enjoyment of literacy. They choose storybooks from low-level shelves and recite words and phrases from their favourite tales.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have daily opportunities to develop their physical skills and revel in their daring achievements. They have great fun as they balance on a challenging obstacle course constructed from tyres in the childminder's garden. Children's self-esteem is promoted well. The childminder encourages children to have a go during activities and she cheers them on. Children enjoy the recognition and want to please the childminder. She promotes their emotional well-being and teaches them how to recognise and manage the emotions they feel. The childminder is a positive role model and children's behaviour is good. They are encouraged to make friends, value and respect each other.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children learn the skills and attributes they need for their eventual move on to school. They learn to use scissors with confidence and precision, listen attentively and recognise letters. Children are self-assured and able to take care of some of their own care needs. For example, they use the toilet unaided, wash their hands before mealtimes and remove their shoes and coats. Children show their early understanding of mathematics. They count the number of metallic stars they stick onto artwork and count in sequence during everyday activities, such as when they climb stairs. Children are happy and settled.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 208972 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 1089982 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 8 April 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2000 and lives in Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for Bank holidays and family holidays. She provides funded early education for three-year-old children.

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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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