Childminder EY536011

Inspection date 4 September 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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 conscientious childminder is experienced and knowledgeable. She has a secure understanding of the requirements and seeks to provide good-quality childcare for the families she works with. n Children are very happy and settled. They enjoy plenty of cuddles and affection from the childminder. They respond well to her gentle and nurturing nature. n The childminder plans a wide range of activities to support children's development in all areas. Children regularly visit toddler groups and the local library where they can socialise with other children of their own age. n The childminder has a daily exchange of information with parents regarding children's care and well-being. Parents are complimentary about the childminder and the service that she provides. They state they are happy with communication and feel confident leaving their children with the childminder. n Children make good progress from their starting points. The childminder uses her

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The provision is good

assessments well to monitor children's achievements and to identify and address any gaps in learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder has not fully implemented her plans to develop her garden to support all areas of learning for children who choose to play and learn outdoors. n The childminder has not pursued her professional development to the fullest extent.

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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 implement plans to develop the garden to further promote learning for children who prefer to play outside n continue to seek a wide range of training opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge to the highest level.

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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 assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as children's records, suitability and qualifications records, attendance records, and policies and procedures. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder regularly reflects on her provision to identify areas for further development. She is motivated and works hard. She makes good use of online resources to keep up to date with changes in legislation. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of local safeguarding procedures and knows what to do to protect children from harm. The childminder maintains a safe environment for children to play and learn. For instance, she carries out risk assessments to ensure her home and the areas she uses for outings are safe and suitable for children. The childminder's accurate assessments of children's learning enable her to quickly check for gaps in their progress and make sure they receive a wide range of experiences. She has developed good partnerships with other settings children attend and shares information about children's development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder interacts very enthusiastically with children and gives them lots of praise as they are playing. Babies enjoy building towers with blocks. They laugh and giggle as they knock the tower over again and again. The childminder gives very good support for children's emerging language. For example, she encourages very young children to name familiar objects and learn new words through repetition. Children benefit from regular outings with the childminder. They enjoy visits to the local park and join in with singing and reading activities at the local library. The childminder creates beautiful photographic journals of the different activities and days out that children do while they are with her. These are shared with parents regularly and give a real insight into their children's days with the childminder. Parents comment very positively about the childminder and feel that she gives them clear information about how their children are developing.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are very happy and settled in the care of the childminder. They develop positive friendships with other children and learn to share and take turns well. The childminder uses lots of positive praise to motivate children and reward their achievements. The childminder provides a range of healthy, home-cooked meals for children. She encourages them to make healthy choices, such as eating plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables. There are good opportunities for children to develop their physical skills on regular walks to school and on large play equipment at the local park.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points in learning. When the time comes, they are well prepared for school. Babies develop strong bonds with the childminder. Children's language develops very well. Babies confidently chatter, babble and begin to use recognisable words.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY536011 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10059943 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 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Barrow upon Soar. She operates term time only from 7.30am to 6pm, on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

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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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