Childminder EY537927

Inspection date 20 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 well-qualified childminder has a good understanding of the various ways in which children learn. She uses this knowledge to provide them with challenging activities which stretch their learning and support their next steps. n The childminder promotes children's independence well. She encourages children to do things for themselves. For example, children wash their hands before their snack and choose their own drink bottle. n Children behave very well. They enjoy playing alongside the childminder and they learn to share and take turns. The childminder uses effective strategies to support children's positive behaviour. The childminder is a positive role model for the children. n Children are very happy and settled with this kind and caring childminder. She is aware of their individual needs and provides flexible routines to meet the needs of the children. n The childminder effectively observes and assesses children's progress. She uses this to

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The provision is good

identify the next stages in their learning and plans effectively for children's learning. As a result, children make good progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n Although the childminder works well with parents, she does not always effectively gather the views of parents to inform her self-evaluation and improve her practice. n The childminder needs to consider fully which resources are required to support children's areas of development.

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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 explore ways to gather information from parents about the setting and the service that the childminder provides, and use these views to shape practice n consider which resources are needed for the children and which will support their next areas of development.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching, indoors and outside, and assessed the impact this has on the children's learning. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as policies and procedures, and children's records. She also checked the suitability of all those who live on the premises.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is familiar with the signs the may indicate that a child is at risk from abuse. She knows the procedure to follow should she have any concerns regarding a child's welfare. The childminder strives to develop her practice continually. She has completed various training courses which all improve outcomes for children, for example, developing children's outdoor play experience. The childminder effectively shares information about children's learning with parents and how to support their child in their next steps in learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children in her care well. She takes into account children's interests and areas of development when planning activities. Her detailed and careful planning ensures that activities are stimulating and engaging. Children spend a long time exploring the resources the childminder provides. The childminder supports children to develop their thinking and problem-solving skills. For example, when a child wants to come down the steps, she asks, 'Which way shall we get down?' The childminder explains why procedures happen, such as blowing noses or washing hands, allowing children to understand why things happen. The childminder is skilled at supporting emerging language skills, for example, supplying a good range of model animals so that children can practise the noises they make. She gently sings nursery rhymes and weaves them through play, encouraging children to join in.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children enjoy spending time with the childminder. Children's health, hygiene and independence are promoted by the childminder. For example, at snack time, she encourages children to choose their own fruit, peel it and cut it up with her support. She gives regular meaningful praise during routines and throughout activities so that children build good levels of self-esteem. Children enjoy regular time outside in the childminder's well-thought-out garden. Children are keen to explore the outdoor area and do so in all weathers. The childminder works well with parents and regularly informs them of any changes, such as in routines, or eating and sleeping patterns. She works well with other professionals. The childminder works actively to support the children's growing confidence and social skills. For example, they attend groups each week, such as singing, fitness and messy play.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress with the childminder. They are learning key skills for their next stages and eventual move on to school. They are confident in their interactions with the childminder and with others. They show an emerging interest in books as the childminder regularly shares these with them.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY537927 Local authority Rutland Council Inspection number 10077098 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 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Ryhall, Rutland. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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