Childminder in Milton Keynes

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 June 2018 24 August 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 accurately reflects on her own practice. She seeks the views of parents regularly and values what they say about the service she provides. She considers this feedback when planning improvements to her setting.  The childminder successfully keeps her skills and knowledge up to date. For example, she attends training and liaises with a network of other childminders to share good practice.  The childminder knows the children in her care very well. For example, she regularly identifies and reviews next steps for children's development. She skilfully weaves opportunities to target these in everyday activities. Children develop a good foundation for future learning.  The childminder has developed strong relationships with staff at other settings that children attend. She exchanges information about children's needs to promote continuity in care and learning.  The childminder is a good role model for the children in her care. She is consistent in

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This provision is good

her approach and uses positive praise successfully. Children are very well behaved and show care and consideration for others.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although the childminder has a good understanding of what children know and can do, her assessment of their learning does not give a clear enough picture of children's progress over time.

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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

 refine assessments so that they are precisely focused and enable more robust tracking of children's progress.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the parts of the childminder's home that children use.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching. The inspector and the childminder jointly evaluated the effectiveness of the childminder's interactions with children.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's training and suitability.  The inspector took account of the views of parents provided in writing on the day of the inspection.  The inspector sampled documentation that included planning, children's records, policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder evaluates her practice regularly. She has high expectations and strives to provide a professional service for families. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of the procedures to follow should she have a concern regarding a child's welfare. She understands the need to protect children from harm, such as extreme views of right and wrong. A range of robust policies and procedures is in place. This underpins the childminder's good practice and promotes the safety of the children within her care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder supports all children's learning effectively. Her teaching is strong. She has recently attended training about children's learning styles. She has a secure understanding of how children learn through repetition. The childminder provides plenty of opportunities for children to practise and repeat new skills, having a positive impact on outcomes. For example, children build towers with blocks. They count the number of blocks that they have used and then cheer as they knock them over to start again. Children arrange a selection of wooden dolls from biggest to smallest. They clap to celebrate then muddle them up and start again. Partnerships with parents are strong. For example, the childminder keeps parents up to date about their children's learning. She actively seeks information from parents about what their children can do at home. Parents are very happy with the care that their children receive. They say, 'My child is very well looked

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

after' and 'I would highly recommend your service to other parents'.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a warm and welcoming environment where children settle quickly. Children have formed close bonds with her. They show that they feel safe with her. For example, they seek cuddles to show her that they are tired. The childminder promotes healthy lifestyle choices well. For instance, she provides nutritious meals and snacks. She provides regular opportunities for children to play in the fresh air and to exercise. For example, children smile and laugh as they practise throwing and catching balls. Children enjoy trips to the local park and walk to and from school each day. Children show good levels of independence. For instance, the youngest children attempt to pour their own water. They hold cups and drink without spilling.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are well prepared for their next stage in learning. For instance, they learn to hold a pencil and make meaningful marks on paper. They begin to use the letter sounds in their name. They count to 10 and use numbers in their play. Children are highly independent. They put their shoes on and gather their belongings together when they go out.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY411668 Local authority Milton Keynes Inspection number 1130838 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 24 August 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Milton Keynes. She operates from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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