Childminder in Suffolk

Inspection date 16 August 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Not applicable Effectiveness of leadership and management Outstanding 1 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1 Outcomes for children Outstanding 1

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The provision is outstanding

n The childminder is highly experienced and well qualified. She has a comprehensive understanding of how to provide exceptional standards of care and has high expectations of what children can achieve. n The childminder builds exceptionally friendly and trusting relationships with parents. She respects them as their child's key educator. Parents are actively encouraged to remain involved in their children's learning, both in the childminding setting and at home. n The childminder is highly effective in ensuring that children can participate at their own level. Inclusion is at the heart of everything that the childminder does with the children. n The childminder supports children superbly and any gaps in their learning are quickly identified and managed. The childminder works hard to build an effective two-way flow of information with others who provide care and learning for the children. n All children are motivated and eager to learn. They make rapid progress from their

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The provision is outstanding

starting points. Children feel exceptionally settled and happy in this welcoming childminding setting. They develop highly secure emotional attachments to the childminder, confidently going to her for chats and support with activities. n The childminder expertly promotes the development of children's language and communication skills. She engages children skilfully and actively supports their developing vocabulary.

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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

n continue to develop the excellent outdoor area to enrich the children's play and learning even further.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this had on children's learning. n The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection. She observed a planned activity and jointly evaluated this with the childminder. n The inspector discussed children's learning with the childminder and looked at a selection of policies and other records. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members and qualifications of the childminder. She also discussed the childminder's self-evaluation. n The inspector had a discussion with a parent and took account of written testimonials from other parents.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is outstanding

The childminder has very high expectations of herself. She continually reflects on her practice and is highly motivated. She seeks the views of parents and children. The childminder is highly motivated to continue her own professional development. She evaluates training courses she has attended to look at how her learning can be implemented into her setting. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder fully understands her responsibilities to protect children's welfare and has very robust procedures in place for reporting concerns. She closely monitors children's learning experiences and shares findings with parents. The childminder suggests interesting and purposeful activity ideas for parents to do with their children at home. Parents report that they are extremely happy with the service provided. They particularly appreciate the childminder's unwavering support for the whole family.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

The childminder knows the children very well and talks confidently about where they are in their learning. She really values and respects parents' input into children's assessments and her planning for their future learning. Along with her own observations, the childminder uses the information to plan meticulously for children's continuing progress. Children thoroughly enjoy the childminder's interactions with them and are highly motivated as they play and learn. When making dough together children readily follow the simple recipe that the childminder has written using words and pictures. The childminder extends the activity exceptionally well to promote children's learning, such as counting and number recognition. Children are encouraged to talk about what they are doing and describe how the dough changes as the ingredients are mixed together. Teaching is of a consistently high quality.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder is an excellent role model. She treats children with the utmost respect and takes them on exciting outings. Children learn about their local community and the wider world. They develop their social skills in their interactions with others. Children behave exceptionally well and readily consider the needs and feelings of others. The childminder gently supports children to share and take turns. Individual efforts are given meaningful praise. Children learn about safe practices and the childminder encourages this exceedingly well. For example, children are helped to understand the need to tidy away toys to reduce tripping hazards. The childminder continually assesses the play environment to ensure that children can play safely. She has plans in place to continue working on the outdoor area.

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Outcomes for children are outstanding

Children rapidly develop the key skills needed for the next stage in their learning, such as moving on to school. They show very high levels of concentration. Children are extremely confident and self-assured. They are motivated to play and learn. Children understand that print carries meaning. They count confidently in routine and play situations. Children very confidently manage self-care skills, such as their personal hygiene needs and putting on their own coat and shoes before going outside.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY500973 Local authority Suffolk Inspection number 10067331 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Lowestoft, Suffolk. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm from Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 5.

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Registers

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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Registers

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