Childminder in East Devon

Childminder report Cherrybrook, Payhembury, HONITON, Devon EX14 3EZ

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Inspection date 2 October 2018 Previous inspection date 18 January 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 Outstanding 1 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is good

n The childminder monitors the quality of her provision and reflects on her practice effectively. She carefully gathers the views of parents, such as through her 'three stars and a wish' sheets. On these sheets, parents note three positive comments about the childminder's practice and one suggestion for improvement. This helps her to target areas for improvement accurately. n The childminder observes and assesses children's learning precisely. She takes account of children's interests and next steps when planning activities. This helps children make good progress in their learning and development. n The childminder shares detailed information with parents, such as through regular emails, so they have a good understanding of their children's daily experiences and progress. She provides ideas to parents to help with their children's progression at home. Parents describe her communication with them as being 'faultless'.

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The provision is good

n The childminder provides extremely positive and specific praise for children's achievements, raising their self-esteem and confidence superbly. Children's behaviour is exemplary and they display impeccable manners. n The childminder supports children's language development extremely well. For example, she provides children with a running narrative during activities, models the use of language and asks questions to determine and then extend children's understanding.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not gather precise information from parents about children's existing abilities when they first start, to help her form initial assessments and plan even more effectively from the outset.

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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 gather more detailed information from parents about their children's levels of achievement on entry, to help inform the initial assessment and planning of activities.

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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. n The inspector observed the childminder's teaching and the impact this had 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 from their 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 has a clear understanding of the procedures to follow if she has any concerns regarding children's welfare. She undertakes thorough risk assessments and daily safety checks to help reduce any potential hazards and keep children safe. The childminder attends mandatory training and keeps her knowledge and skills updated. For example, following on from training, she has increased her awareness of how to support children's speech, language and communication skills further. The childminder has strong links with the other settings children attend and the local school. She shares a wide range of information with them, which helps to provide consistency in children's care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder supports children's early literacy skills well. For example, she has many books and spends time reading with children. She is skilled at telling stories, using expression to capture children's attention, so they learn to enjoy books. Children concentrate well on their chosen activities. For example, they sort, count and plant bulbs for extended periods. The childminder skilfully extends their learning by encouraging children to understand and use mathematical language such as 'smaller' and 'heavier'. Children have many opportunities to solve problems in their play. For instance, children work out where to plant the bulbs so they get plenty of sunlight to grow.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The highly nurturing childminder uses the exceptionally exciting, welcoming and superbly organised environment extremely well to inspire and motivate children. She takes exceptional care of children's well-being and children form very strong attachments to her. The childminder is very responsive to children's individual needs. For example, she reassures them very sensitively so they feel totally comfortable around visitors. In addition, the childminder has photographs of children's families on permanent display. Children relish talking about members of their family and can see their photographs at any time they want. This helps children to feel very safe and secure. The childminder provides abundant opportunities for children to develop their physical skills. For example, she takes them swimming every week, which helps to strengthen all their body muscles extremely well.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children show enthusiasm and an eagerness to learn. They are developing important skills that prepare them well for their future learning, including school. Children develop their independence well. For example, they confidently decide what they need to wear outside and put on their own wellington boots and coats. Children learn to count and recognise colours and sizes. They confidently use glue and pens during creative activities. Children demonstrate a can-do attitude to learning and are proud of their accomplishments.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY367356 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10074059 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 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 18 January 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Payhembury, Devon. She offers care from Monday to Thursday from 8am to 6pm, during term time only. The childminder receives funding to provide free early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. The childminder holds qualified teacher status.

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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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