Childminder EY102963

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 June 2018 21 July 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 is reflective of her practice and strives to provide a good service for children and families. She has successfully addressed the recommendation from the previous inspection to improve outcomes for children.  Children behave well. The childminder is a positive role model. She provides clear guidance for children about what is acceptable behaviour. For example, she gently reminds children to use good manners and be considerate towards others.  Overall, the childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's learning through play. For example, children become captivated as she brings stories to life in their favourite books and supports their early literacy skills well.  The childminder provides a homely and welcoming environment, and children benefit from a good range of resources that they access independently. They enjoy taking the lead in their play and make good progress in their learning and development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Sometimes, the childminder does not give children enough time to consider their responses to questions to help them to work things out for themselves.  Overall, partnerships with parents are positive. However, the childminder does not ask parents about what children already know and can do when they start to attend to clearly establish their starting points.

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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

 give children more time to consider their responses to questions during activities to help them to work things out for themselves and extend their skills in solving problems  consult parents about what children already know and can do when they first start to attend to clearly establish their starting points.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder engaged in activities with children.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector observed the children with the childminder and discussed their learning and development.  The inspector looked at a sample of documents, including children's records.  The inspector looked at written comments from parents and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows the signs that might lead to a concern about a child's welfare. She is clear about the correct procedures to follow to keep children safe from harm. The childminder is experienced in childcare and keeps her knowledge and skills up to date. For example, she attends training and meets with other providers for mutual support and to share good practice. Children benefit from fresh ideas and a wider range of interesting learning experiences. The childminder tracks children's development conscientiously. She addresses any gaps in their learning effectively by providing additional activities and by consulting outside agencies when necessary. She establishes good links with local pre-schools and schools that help children to move on to their future education with confidence and self-assurance.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of child development and observes children thoughtfully to assess their levels of development accurately. She plans interesting activities that help children to progress to the next steps in their learning and complement what they achieve at pre-school. Children eagerly take part in cooking activities and develop their counting and measuring skills well. The childminder skilfully encourages them to prepare ingredients and successfully supports their independence and manipulative skills. She helps children to notice what happens when they melt butter and promotes their understanding of how materials change effectively.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is caring and attentive. Children form strong bonds with the childminder and develop firm friendships with each other. They are happy and relaxed, and become focused on their play and learning. The childminder talks to parents about children's home routines and works with them collaboratively on issues, such as toilet training. Children benefit from consistency and positive support to their well-being and self-care skills. The childminder helps children to understand the importance of following good hygiene practices and leading a healthy lifestyle. Children enjoy healthy snacks and daily fresh air, and exercise to support their physical development well. Children develop an understanding of danger and learn how to keep themselves safe. For example, they learn about how to handle tools and utensils safely while cooking with the childminder.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children gain the necessary skills in preparation for the next stages in learning, including the move on to school. They enjoy exploring resources and take part in activities with enthusiasm and confidence. Children are confident communicators. They describe their experiences fluently and learn new words quickly to develop a wide vocabulary. Children listen carefully to others and respect views that are different from their own.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY102963 Local authority Devon Inspection number 1128428 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 21 July 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2001 and lives in Yelverton, Devon. She operates all year round from 1pm until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and 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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