Childminder 145381

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 May 2018 22 September 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

 Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder keeps parents informed about their children's progress. She encourages them to contribute information about what their children are doing at home, which helps to further support their learning in her setting.  The childminder uses what she knows about children to challenge them effectively in their learning. She observes and assesses children's progress, and planning for their future learning is based on a good knowledge of each child and their family.  Children independently make decisions about their play. For example, they choose where, what and with whom they want to play.  Good attachments have been formed between the childminder and the children. Children are emotionally secure in the childminder's care. They are settled and display a strong sense of belonging and familiarity of routine.  The childminder is committed to developing her professional skills and keeps her

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This provision is good

knowledge and practice up to date. For example, she has recently updated her skills in first aid and safeguarding.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Links with schoolteachers are not fully established to assist the sharing of relevant information to help support children's needs as they start their next stage of learning.  On occasion, the childminder misses opportunities to provide easily assessable resources to support children's early writing skills.

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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

 strengthen partnerships with the local school to share information about children from the start, to support their needs when they start their next stage of learning  provide opportunities for children to easily access a variety of mark-making tools to support their early writing skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning and development.  The inspector had a tour of the premises and viewed the resources available for the children.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including evidence of suitability.  The inspector considered the written views of the parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder can recognise the signs that indicate children may be at risk of harm and knows whom to report to if she has a concern about a child. The childminder has a thorough knowledge of all aspects of child protection. Her home is safe and secure, and she is aware of her responsibility to supervise children, manage risk and keep the children safe. The childminder is committed to continuous improvement. She has a good understanding of how to evaluate her practice. For example, she has met the recommendation from her previous inspection by gathering more information from parents when children start. She uses this good knowledge to help build a clear picture of what a child can already do, to help plan for their next stage in development

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The experienced childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. Children confidently invent their own games. They are relaxed and enjoy their time at the setting. The childminder supports children's mathematical skills well. For example, she encourages the children to count and recognise shapes around the home. She allows children to think for themselves and gives them time to work out a solution to a problem. For example, she allows children time to think and work out how to transport an insect safely back to the bushes from the slide. This helps support their critical-thinking skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder creates a homely, stimulating environment where children choose from a good range of resources. This helps to motivate children and builds their confidence in the decisions they make. The childminder teaches children about safety and risks in their surroundings and as part of their play. For example, she reminds children not to run or they might fall when making an obstacle course using cushions. Good hygiene practices have been established. For example, children routinely wash their hands before eating snack. Behaviour is good. The childminder sets clear boundaries and teaches the children good manners.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are independent, happy and develop good social skills. They learn to care about people and respect each other's individual needs. Children have regular opportunities to visit local places of interest to support their understanding of the local community and wider world. For example, they visit the local parks, shops, river and toddler groups where they meet other children, which supports their confidence and social skills well. Children make good progress from their starting points and are prepared well for moving on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 145381 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 1127179 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 22 September 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1986. She lives in Gomeldon, Wiltshire. The childminder is open weekdays all year round between 7.30am and 6pm. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification.

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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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