Fitzgerald, Suzanne Kathleen

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 June 2018 13 February 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 makes use of everyday opportunities to support children's mathematical development. Children show a keen interest in counting and recognising numbers.  Children have good opportunities to engage in outdoor play and explore the natural world. For example, they regularly go on outings to the park and woods.  The childminder knows children well. She has a good understanding of how children learn and develop, and she provides effective support and activities to ensure they reach the next steps in their learning.  The childminder develops effective partnerships with parents and keeps them up to date about their child's routine, activities and stage of development.  Children are encouraged to be independent and make choices. For example, they try to dress themselves for outdoor play and choose their fruit for snack.  The childminder reflects on her own professional development and is always keen to

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This provision is good

attend training and local networking events.  Children are happy and settled, and have a strong relationship with the childminder.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder sometimes misses opportunities to encourage children to understand fully the consequences of their behaviour.

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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

 make the most of opportunities to encourage children to fully understand the consequences of their actions.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at the areas of the home used by the children and the quality of resources available to them.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of adults living in her home.  The inspector took account of parents' written comments and views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a strong understanding of the steps to take if there are any concerns about children's welfare. She ensures her home is a safe, secure and a welcoming home-from-home environment for children. The childminder regularly keeps her knowledge updated. For example, she completes training and regularly shares ideas with other childminders to continually improve her practice. The childminder invites views and suggestions from parents to help identify areas for improvement. Parents praise the fact that their children thrive and develop in confidence while in the care of the childminder. Parents are kept well informed of daily activities and about their child's learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a rich and exciting learning environment for children, indoors and outside in the garden, to engage children. She knows the children well and demonstrates an understanding of how to support children's learning and the next steps in their learning. Children are very keen and active learners. For example, they show an interest in the world around them, play with musical instruments and share stories with their friends and adults. The childminder's interactions support children well in their learning. For instance, she asks open-ended questions that encourage them to think, and models language. Children are confident communicators and use lots of language in their play. The childminder supports children to develop their mathematical knowledge. For example, she counts with the children as they find objects hidden in the rice.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder forms close relationships with the children and their families, and knows their needs thoroughly. Children behave well and learn to share and take turns. Children develop good physical and social skills. For example, they regularly visit the local park, pre-school groups and the library. Children learn how to lead healthy lifestyles. For instance, they enjoy a variety of nutritious snacks. They develop their self-care skills, such as dressing and washing their hands. The childminder provides a good range of resources and equipment to meet the children's care and learning needs.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are working comfortably within the range of development typical for their age. Younger children learn to count through challenging activities and older children recognise numbers to 10. Children develop good independence skills, confidence and self-esteem. For example, they put their shoes on ready for going outside to play and choose toys and resources, to play with their friends and adults. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning and eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY393751 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 1093888 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 13 February 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire. The childminder operates five days a week all year round and also offers overnight care. She holds an appropriate childcare qualification to 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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