Childminder 251141

Inspection date 12 September 2018 Previous inspection date 7 July 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 is committed to providing a high-quality care and learning experience for all children. She continuously reflects on her practice and seeks the views of parents. n The childminder knows the children in her care well. She has a secure understanding of the age group she is working with and plans an interesting range of activities, based on children's interests. The childminder supports children's continuing progress and readiness for school effectively. n The childminder skilfully supports all children, including those who speak English as an additional language, to reach a good standard of spoken English. She encourages children to become confident and effective communicators. n The childminder monitors the progress of the children in her care effectively. She identifies any emerging gaps in children's learning so that appropriate interventions can be implemented. n Children's emotional well-being is supported very well. The childminder establishes

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The provision is good

exceptionally caring relationships with the children in this friendly, welcoming and inclusive childminding setting. Children readily go to her for cuddles and support as they play and learn.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not consistently support children's developing awareness of the importance of good hygiene practices.

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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 reinforce children's growing awareness of the importance of good hygiene practices more consistently.

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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 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.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder is aware of her strengths and areas for improvement. She organises her provision well and takes responsibility for her own professional development. The childminder is well qualified and keeps up to date with latest legislation and good practice guidance. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of the indicators of abuse. She maintains training in child protection to ensure that she knows the process to follow if she has a concern. The childminder demonstrates friendly and trusting relationships with parents. She keeps them fully informed about their children's day, both through written information and daily verbal feedback. The childminder actively encourages parents to remain involved in their children's learning, both in the childminding setting and at home.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder supports children's natural instincts to discover and explore effectively. The quality of interaction between the childminder and the children is good and she responds readily to the short concentration span of younger children. The childminder takes opportunities to extend their learning. For example, when children search for shells in the sand, the childminder encourages them count how many they have found. She introduces additional resources, such as scoops and containers to sustain children's interest. The childminder promotes children's speech and language development effectively. She actively listens to what children say and responds positively to the gestures and babbles of younger children. She repeats words back to children and engages them in simple conversations.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a stimulating learning environment indoors and outside. She stores toys and resources effectively to enable children to select for themselves, promoting their independence and confidence. Children develop close emotional bonds to the childminder. She knows about children's home lives and talks to them about their families, significantly enhancing their sense of belonging. The childminder is a good role model who is calm and gentle. She treats children with positive regard. The childminder sets clear, age-appropriate boundaries for the children and gently reminds them of these throughout the day. Children respond positively to the childminder's high expectations. They have daily opportunities for exercise and fresh air, helping to promote their good health and physical well-being. The childminder is vigilant about managing children's individual medical needs.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop the key skills needed to be ready for school. They are confident, independent and readily lead their own play and learning. Children enjoy picture books and readily attempt to talk about the illustrations. They count in routine and play situations and develop an awareness of mathematical language, such as shape and size.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 251141 Local authority Suffolk Inspection number 10066144 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 - 1 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 7 July 2015

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The childminder registered in 1994 and lives in Ipswich, Suffolk. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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