Childminder EY422271

Inspection date 10 September 2018 Previous inspection date 21 March 2016

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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 continually reflects on her practice to identify areas that she can improve on and makes changes that benefit children. For example, she has reorganised the play space, so children can choose whether they want to play indoors or outdoors. n The childminder observes, assesses and monitors children's progress accurately. She uses this information well to plan precisely for their ongoing development. Children make good progress in their learning from their starting points. n The childminder provides a well-organised, well-resourced, safe and welcoming home environment for children. The childminder and her assistant regularly praise children and recognise their efforts, helping to boost their self-esteem and confidence. Children behave well, share toys and play together harmoniously. n The childminder develops strong working partnerships with parents. For example, she uses home-link books and an online learning journal to share information on children's

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The provision is good

progress and gives ideas to extend their learning at home. n The childminder communicates very well with other settings that children attend. They share detailed information to provide continuity in children's care and learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n Although the childminder supports children's developing language skills well, sometimes she does not model the correct words to children. n Occasionally, the childminder misses the opportunity to help children extend their understanding of how eating healthy food is good for their bodies.

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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 model words correctly at all times to help children develop their speaking skills even further n provide more opportunities for children to gain a better understanding of why eating healthily is good for their bodies.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used for childminding and held discussions with the childminder and an assistant. n The inspector observed the childminder's teaching and the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector looked at documentation, including policies and procedures, and children's records. n The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to on the day of the inspection and from written feedback. n The inspector talked to the childminder about how she evaluates her practice.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder and her assistant have a good understanding of child protection issues and the correct procedures to follow if they have any concerns. The childminder carries out thorough risk assessments to help keep children safe and secure. She undertakes regular professional development to increase her knowledge and skills. For example, following on from training and research, the childminder incorporates children's next steps in learning into their self-chosen activities. The childminder provides regular ongoing support to her assistant through, for example, regular discussions and supervisory sessions, to enhance his practice even further.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The well-qualified childminder is enthusiastic and skilfully follows children's interests. For example, when children decide they want to make an aeroplane, the childminder finds a large cardboard box for them. She provides children with a wide variety of materials, including colouring pens, to give them opportunities to draw and develop their literacy skills. Children use a toy saw to cut through the cardboard and enjoy being creative as they use the pens to decorate their aeroplane. They invite the childminder into their play and use their imaginations well as they dress up in superhero costumes and pretend to be their chosen characters. The childminder supports children who are learning English as an additional language effectively. For instance, she finds out words in children's home languages to support their early speaking skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder offers plenty of settling-in visits to children to help them feel confident and safe in her care. She is sensitive to babies' needs and attends to these quickly. For example, the childminder picks them up and cuddles them when they are unsettled. This has a positive effect on their emotional well-being. Children benefit from fresh air and exercise on a daily basis. They develop their physical skills well as they throw balloons up in the air and chase them enthusiastically. The childminder actively encourages children to follow good hygiene practices and helps them develop strong self-care skills. For instance, older children learn to follow good handwashing routines and all children feed themselves. The childminder helps children to respect the similarities and differences between themselves and others successfully. For example, children learn about festivals that reflect and value the diversity of the children and the wider

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Outcomes for children are good

All children, including those who learn English as an additional language, develop important skills that prepare them well for the next stage in their learning and the move to school. Children are independent, keen and eager to learn. They count and recognise shapes. Older children confidently state the letter sounds in their names.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY422271 Local authority Dorset Inspection number 10062670 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 0 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 21 March 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Harmans Cross, near Swanage, Dorset. The childminder works with an assistant on occasions. She operates all year round from 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. The childminder holds a qualification at level 6.

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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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