Childminder EY432201

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 May 2018 28 October 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 strives to develop her childcare knowledge continually. For example, she researches up-to-date guidance on the internet and regularly completes training. This helps the childminder to successfully evaluate the effectiveness of her setting so that children continue to make good progress in their learning and development.  The childminder provides warm, loving care and responds quickly and sensitively to children's needs. This helps children to feel comfortable, safe and confident to take part in new experiences.  The childminder forms strong partnerships with parents. She provides parents with a detailed welcome pack and continues to share information with them regularly. This helps parents to know how their children are progressing and how to support their child's learning at home.  The childminder successfully assesses and monitors children's progress. She plans activities to meet their individual needs and what they need to learn next.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder does not give children the time they need to think and respond to her questions and prompts.  Children do not consistently have access to reading materials that reflect their interests.

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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 teaching skills and give children the time they need to respond to questions and prompts that support their developing thinking skills  review and improve how children access reading materials more easily, to encourage their interests more.

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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 took account of the views of parents through reading the written feedback provided.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at a selection of relevant documentation.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector and the childminder jointly observed and evaluated the effectiveness of an activity together.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder checks her home and garden to identify and minimise any risks to children. She also risk assesses any outings in which children take part. This all positively contributes to helping keep children safe and secure. The childminder has a good knowledge of the possible signs of abuse and of her responsibilities to protect children from harm. She asks parents to contribute to an evaluation of her practice. She also exchanges information with other childminders locally to help her identify how she can improve her practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder strikes a good balance between supporting children's play and providing planned activities to help them achieve their next steps in learning. For example, when children ask to play with puzzles, the childminder promotes their understanding about shape, space and size. She encourages children to investigate where the pieces fit correctly. Overall, the childminder supports children's language and communication well. For instance, she uses props to engage children's interest in listening to stories. Children repeat words and eagerly join in with the actions.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a good role model to children. She supports children in thinking of others and being kind to one another. For instance, she gently reminds older children to show kindness and gentleness to younger children. Children learn about healthy meals and snacks, and the childminder encourages children to eat fruit for their snack. Children enjoy lots of outside play. For example, they run around the garden trying to burst bubbles they see flying in the air. Children enjoy regular visits to nearby play parks where they practise their skills using the large outdoor apparatus. The childminder gathers comprehensive information from parents about their children right from the start. Parents keep her up to date with children's changing needs and requirements. Children's individual needs are effectively met.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children, including those who are learning English as an additional language, are making good progress from their starting points. They are happy and are motivated to learn, they show enthusiasm and excitement in their play. Older children sort 'bears' into different colours and sizes, and younger children pair building blocks together. They all learn to be independent in their care needs, for instance, helping themselves to drinking water when they feel thirsty. Children gain the skills they need for their next stage of learning and for starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY432201 Local authority Windsor & Maidenhead Inspection number 1131491 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 28 October 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Windsor, Berkshire. The childminder offers flexible hours on weekdays, all year round, except for family holidays.

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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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