Childminder 117508

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 May 2018 14 December 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 works well with his co-childminder to support the individual needs of children and families. They reflect on the service they provide and adapt their practice to improve outcomes for children. For example, they support parents by offering flexible hours to support continuity of children's attendance and fit in with their family life.  Children form strong friendships with the childminder and he supports their social and emotional skills well. For example, he praises older children when they share their toys and resources with the younger children and promotes their good behaviour.  The childminder supports children's learning effectively through a range of interesting and enjoyable activities. For example, children plant and grow their own produce then harvest it for snack time. They develop their understanding of where food comes from and nutrition. Children make good progress in their learning and development.

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This provision is good

 The childminder is experienced in childcare and continues to keep his knowledge and skills up to date. For example, he attends training and carries out research to provide children with new learning experiences that support their learning well.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently gather information from parents about children's levels of development when they start to attend, to establish clearly their starting points in learning.  The childminder has not developed effective partnerships with other settings children also attend to support a consistent approach to their learning and development.

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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

 gather more precise information from parents about children's levels of development when they start to attend, to establish clearly their starting points in learning  develop partnerships with other settings children also attend to provide a consistent approach to their learning and development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder and his co-childminder engaged in activities with children.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector talked to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at a range of documents, including children's records.  The inspector took account of the views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and his co-childminder keep their knowledge of child protection up to date and know the signs that might lead them to be concerned about a child's welfare. They are vigilant and confident about the local safeguarding procedures. The childminder and his co-childminder supervise children well at all times. They have effective risk assessments in place and take precautions to minimise hazards around their home and on outings. This includes encouraging children to tidy away resources when they have finished playing with them to support their understanding of playing safely. The childminder tracks children's achievements conscientiously and addresses any gaps in their learning. He works in effective partnerships with outside agencies to provide good support to children who need extra help.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses accurate assessments of children's learning to plan activities that help them to move on in their development. He shares this information with parents and keeps them well informed about their children's progress. The childminder interacts positively with children to help them develop good communication and language skills. For example, he encourages younger children to make animal sounds as they concentrate well to complete picture puzzles. They join in enthusiastically and he repeats their sounds, gives them praise and promotes their self-esteem well. The childminder encourages older children to talk activities through and explain their choices and interests. They develop a good vocabulary and become confident and fluent communicators.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder organises a safe and secure environment with a good range of resources for children to explore. He works well with his co-childminder to provide good and consistent support for children of different ages and stages of development. Children are secure in their familiar routines and become relaxed and happy. The childminder helps children to adopt healthy lifestyles. They enjoy nutritious meals and snacks and experience regular fresh air and exercise. Children benefit from regular visits to places of interest in the local area. For example, they enjoy activities in woodland areas where they extend their physical skills and gain a good understanding of the natural world.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children gain the skills they need for their future learning and moving on to school. They develop good early literacy skills. Older children are developing their understanding of phonics and identify some letters of the alphabet. Children take part in activities with enthusiasm and enjoy learning. Older children take the lead in their play and develop confidence and independence. Younger children explore activities and toys with curiosity and interest. They become interested and motivated learners.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 117508 Local authority Plymouth Inspection number 1126701 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 8

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 14 December 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1992 and lives in Crownhill, Plymouth. His wife is a registered childminder and they work together. The childminder receives funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years. He holds a relevant childcare 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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