Childminder in Bedford

Childminder report 3 Spring Road, Kempston, BEDFORD MK42 8LS

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Inspection date 2 October 2018 Previous inspection date 22 May 2018

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Inadequate 4 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 Since the previous inspection the childminder and her assistant have worked extensively to address weaknesses. They have thoroughly reviewed and improved the garden area and there are no hazards for children when they play outdoors. The quality of the provision has significantly improved. n Children are confident problem solvers. They recognise that wet sand clogs the water wheel and it will not turn. The childminder gives children jugs of water to flush the water wheel and they observe how it makes the wheels turn quickly. n Children enjoy story times. They sit with the childminder and read books about things that interest them, such as dinosaurs. The childminder asks questions and together, they talk about the pictures before reading the words. This contributes towards children's good literacy skills. n Children behave well. They learn to be sociable and all ages play together well. n Children are making good progress in their learning and development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n At times, children quickly finish some activities and the childminder and her assistant do not find further ways of challenging their learning at this time. n On occasion, the childminder and her assistant do not prepare children well for change and they become upset when they need to abruptly stop activities because their parents have arrived to collect them.

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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 expand on activities so when children quickly complete tasks, they are offered further challenges to extend on their learning n find ways to help children to better prepare for impending changes in the daily routine.

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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 discussed a planned activity with the childminder. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder at suitable times. She looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the suitability of the childminder, assistant and household members.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder has a well-planned programme of professional development. After attending webinars, she focuses her teaching on extending children's individual fascinations and interests. The childminder reviews the work of her assistant and supports his professional development well. They work together as a successful team. The childminder and her assistant supervise children closely. They pay close attention to meeting the needs of babies and children. The childminder keeps an accurate record of children's attendance. Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding about how to identify any concerns about children's welfare. She knows how to report concerns about children's well-being to the Local Safeguarding Children Board.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children are confident talkers who successfully use questions to find out about things they would like to know. Children who speak English as an additional language become confident in using both languages and make good progress in their communication and language skills. The childminder makes precise observations and assessments of children's progress. She accurately tracks the rapid progress that they make from their individual starting points. Mathematical teaching is skilfully woven into activities. When playing in the sand pit, children make sand castles. The childminder encourages children to compare these, increasing their awareness of different shapes and sizes.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are settled and enjoy playing together. When there are minor disputes, the childminder helps children to understand their actions and feelings. This helps to contribute towards a calm environment where children enjoy playing. Children play games where they throw soft balls into a bucket. The childminder and her assistant encourage children to have rules for the game. They understand these and follow them each taking their turn. Children enjoy opportunities for fresh air and exercise. They develop their physical skills well. Babies and young children play with ride on toys strengthening the muscles in their legs. Older children start to perfect using their smaller muscles, increasing in skills as they use knives and forks and draw and write with pencils. The childminder successfully helps children to learn about healthy lifestyles.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident and self-assured. They are making good progress in their learning, particularly in their communication and language skills. As children get older, they develop the skills that they need in readiness for starting school. They use their imagination as they engage in role play and show a sense of fairness as they negotiate during their play. Babies and young children develop strong attachments to the childminder and her assistant. They enjoy cuddling up and sharing quieter times with the childminder. Children are sociable, motivated and ready for their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY406530 Local authority Bedford Inspection number 10078794 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 - 10 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 17 Date of previous inspection 22 May 2018

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The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Kempston. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She works with an assistant.

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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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