Childminder EY250385

Inspection date 15 August 2018 Previous inspection date 25 February 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is good

n The childminder has a wealth of knowledge and experience of how children learn. She provides a relaxed and calm environment where children feel safe and secure. Children seek the childminder out for cuddles and reassurance. n The childminder regularly observes children's play and closely monitors their progress. n The childminder works in close partnerships with parents to ensure children receive a shared approach to their care. She communicates regularly with them and shares information on children's progress and next steps in learning. n The childminder provides consistent boundaries for positive behaviour and children respond well. She uses praise effectively to develop children's self-esteem and confidence. Children show an understanding of the expectations and have established routines. n Children are well supported to develop their language skills. For example, the childminder introduces a good range of descriptive language to help to build children's

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The provision is good

vocabulary, understanding and knowledge of the world.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder has not developed her outdoor provision to provide children who prefer to learn outdoors with rich and stimulating learning experiences. n The organisation of some resources makes it difficult for younger children to access them easily.

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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 enhance the range of resources and experiences in the garden, to provide greater support and learning opportunities for those children who prefer to learn outdoors n consider better ways of organising some of the resources to make them more accessible to younger children.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of the childminder's interactions with the children indoors and outdoors. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector viewed a sample of relevant documentation, including suitability checks, policies and procedures and children's learning records. n The inspector spoke with children and the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector took into account the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of the signs and symptoms of different kinds of abuse. She keeps her knowledge of local child protection procedures up to date to help her take appropriate action, and to protect children's welfare. The childminder is keen to extend her professional development. She shares good practice and ideas with other childminders, and attends regular training. For example, after recent training, she has improved how she supports children's emotional development and positive behaviour. The childminder evaluates the quality of the service she offers and reflects on her practice well. She makes regular improvements to support children's good outcomes and broaden their experiences. The childminder carries out regular risk assessments of her home and garden, and minimises any potential hazards. Children's safety is given high priority.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans and provides a good range of activities to support children's interests and developmental needs. She skilfully adapts her teaching to take into account the differing ages of children. The childminder uses skills gained from training to promote children's learning. For example, she helps children to understand numbers, and supports children with counting and identifying shapes and sizes. The childminder builds on children's interests well. For example, children thoroughly enjoy art and craft activities that the childminder provides. They create with a purpose and have a range of resources from which to independently choose.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder nurtures children's confidence well. She adapts activities to encourage their participation at a level with which they feel comfortable. Children are given many opportunities to develop their independence. For instance, they help to prepare food and practise new skills, such as cutting up their healthy snack. Children benefit from regular trips to places, such as the library, soft-play centre and various toddler groups. This helps children to develop their social skills and to learn about the community around them.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. Children have a strong desire to explore and show high levels of motivation. Children learn a range of key skills which supports them well for their eventual move on to school. Children show good concentration during activities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY250385 Local authority Swindon Inspection number 10060891 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 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 25 February 2015

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The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in Swindon. The childminder has a relevant childcare qualification at level 3. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm.

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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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