Childminder 104786

Inspection date 21 August 2018 Previous inspection date 3 November 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 good teaching skills overall. She supports children effectively, helping them to develop strong mathematical skills. n Children behave well and develop good social skills and relationships. The childminder is consistent in her approach and children respond well to praise and encouragement. They are cooperative, learn to take turns and have good levels of self-esteem. This supports their emotional well-being effectively. n The childminder works well in partnerships with parents and other providers to meet children's individual needs. This helps to provide continuity of care and learning for children. n The childminder is committed to continued improvement. She knows her areas of strength and weakness, and keeps up to date with good practice. This has a positive impact on the children's good progress. n The childminder provides a welcoming environment where children play and learn. She

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The provision is good

plans a broad range of activities linked to children's interests and overall learning priorities.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n At times, the childminder's planning for children's future learning is not as precise as possible, to help them make even better progress. n Occasionally, the childminder does not extend her questioning to help children develop their critical-thinking skills even further.

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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 make better use of planning to focus more precisely on children's next steps in learning n extend questioning to help children develop their critical-thinking skills further.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed activities and the impact of teaching on children's learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and engaged with the children. n The inspector looked at a selection of documentation. n The inspector discussed self-evaluation and observations of the children's play, learning and progress with the childminder and evaluated an activity with her. n The inspector took account of the views of parents and carers provided in their written feedback.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder keeps up to date with practice and attends training. This has consolidated her positive approach to behaviour management and enhanced her knowledge of data and child protection procedures. The childminder understands her responsibility to report concerns to protect children's safety and well- being. The childminder evaluates and reviews her practice well, and successfully monitors children's individual progress. She purchases literature and resources to help strengthen the quality of her teaching and planning. The childminder closely supervises her assistant and keeps them informed of changes to her procedures. Parents are kept updated about children's progress, to consistently promote good outcomes for their learning and well-being.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder engages children and supports their learning well. For example, children recognise patterns and colours, as they place beads in a board. The childminder provides access to a good range of activities and resources. Children concentrate well and develop strong, fine-muscle skills in preparation for early writing. The childminder extends children's learning effectively and introduces mathematical concepts through enjoyable games. For example, children enthusiastically match, recognise numbers and learn how to add these together. The childminder is attentive. She listens and sits with the children at their level, and they eagerly engage in discussion. For instance, children enjoy sharing their recent experiences of travelling on a boat.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children move confidently in a safe, secure environment and learn about potential dangers well. For example, they engage in road safety and fire evacuation procedures. Children show good independence with their self-care skills. They competently use the toilet and wash their hands, and access their water cup when thirsty. Children participate in a good range of activities to promote a healthy lifestyle. For instance, they walk from nursery and develop strong physical skills and coordination playing on the equipment in the park and in the garden.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children learn key skills that prepare them for their next stage in learning and the move to school. They are happy, confident and sociable. They use language well to communicate their needs and make choices in their play. For example, they join in games, show confidence with numbers and use their imagination well to construct a model from their recent experiences.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 104786 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10062513 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 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 3 November 2015

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The childminder registered in 1990. She lives in Northam, North Devon. The childminder is open from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. She occasionally works with an assistant.

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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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