Childminder EY543924

Inspection date 3 October 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 Children settle quickly in the homely and friendly environment. They are content, happy and ready to learn. n The childminder models clear language and key words to the youngest children. This helps them develop their understanding, and good communication and listening skills. n The childminder completes regular and accurate assessments of children's learning. She uses this information to plan a variety of play experiences that helps children make good progress. n The childminder works in partnership with parents, to help ensure their children's individual needs are met. She uses effective processes to update them about their children's progress and learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not consistently provide opportunities for children to explore visual and written prompts, to help them find out more for themselves. n Sometimes, the organisation of toys and resources does not fully support older children to engage in their play, particular in the outside environment.

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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 make greater use of print, particularly in the outdoor environment, to support children's early literacy skills further to help them make more choices for themselves n improve the organisation and choice of accessible resources and activities available for older children to use in their play, especially for those who enjoy being outside.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the childminder's teaching and the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder, children and parents. n The inspector read some of the childminder's documentation, including the safeguarding policy and procedures. n The inspector sampled children's development information and records. n The inspector completed a joint inspection with the childminder and held discussions about the children's learning and progress.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of child protection procedures and what to do if she is worried about a child in her care. This helps her to support and protect children's welfare and well-being. The childminder carries out regular risk assessments. She ensures children know how to evacuate the premises in an emergency and how to stay safe. The childminder has a good understanding of her role. Her evaluation process helps her to identify how to encourage good outcomes for children. The childminder knows her role and responsibilities. She links closely with local childminders and uses these meetings to share good practice and discuss new ideas. The childminder has procedures in place that show she is aware of the importance of liaising with other carers and agencies involved in the lives of the children for whom she cares.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is qualified and an experienced childcarer. She shows a good knowledge of child development and interacts purposefully with children. The childminder carries out initial observations when children start. After children have been attending a few weeks, the childminder carries out assessments of their progress and uses these to help her build on their interests and plan more purposeful experiences. Children thoroughly enjoy engaging in different activities and are motivated to learn. For example, they enjoy looking at books and using small-world characters to enhance their understanding of the story. The childminder also encourages children's early mathematical skills. She helps children count the steps up to the slide, and bricks and cars as they line them up.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children develop positive relationships with each other and enjoy their time with the childminder. Children are relaxed and secure in familiar routines. They play in the garden, and visit local parks almost every day. This helps them develop their physical skills and experience activities in the fresh air. The childminder teaches children the benefits of eating well and encourages them to prepare their own snacks and try new tastes and textures. Children learn the importance of good hygiene routines. They have good opportunities to learn about themselves, and socialise as they play with others. The older children are happy to help the younger children and include them in their games. For example, they kick a football to young children gently, so they can pass it back at their own pace.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are working at development levels typical for their ages. Overall, they are developing in confidence, are independent and make choices in their play. Children move confidently around the house and garden. They learn to take turns, share and are keen to participate in different activities, this helps them to become active learners. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning and for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY543924 Local authority Medway Inspection number 10078979

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register

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Day care type

Age range of children 2 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Gillingham, Kent. She operates all week, for most of the year, with the exception of family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder is qualified at level 6.

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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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