Childminder EY537768

Inspection date 5 October 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

p.1

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

p.1

The provision is good

n The childminder is well organised and offers a safe and homely environment. She maintains accurate records to ensure that she promotes children's welfare fully. n The childminder establishes warm and caring relationships with children and supports their emotional well-being effectively. For example, children hug and snuggle into her when they are tired and she responds in a calm, reassuring way. n Children concentrate well and are keen to explore resources inside and outdoors. Overall, the childminder successfully supports them while they play. She follows their interests and joins in during activities to encourage their involvement and learning. n The childminder is keen to develop her skills. For instance, she attends training, liaises with other practitioners and reads research articles, such as how boys and girls play. This helps her to support children's individual styles of learning well. n The childminder monitors and evaluates her practice well overall. She values the views

p.1

The provision is good

of children and parents to identify any areas for future improvement. Children make good progress from their starting points.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

n Sometimes, the childminder misses opportunities to develop children's early language skills to further assist their learning experiences. n At times, the childminder does not fully use observations and assessments as well as possible to help her identify and plan children's next steps in learning.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

n make better use of opportunities to develop children's communication and language skills to aid their learning n make better use of assessments of children's learning to help identify their next steps that are more fully matched to their needs and abilities so that they make even better progress.

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children and the activities they engaged in. n The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder. n The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including risk assessments, children's records and the childminder's policies and procedures. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about children's learning and how she reflects on the quality of her service. n The inspector considered the views of parents from written testimonials and questionnaires.

p.2

Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands how to recognise if a child is at risk and what procedures to follow if she has a concern. She completes regular checks to ensure that children stay safe. For example, the childminder has her home and garden checked by the fire service to ensure fire equipment, such as fire alarms, is in good working order. The childminder works closely with parents to gather information before children start and uses this information to help them settle quickly. She keeps parents well informed of their child's activities. She regularly liaises with them and other providers children attend to give a consistent approach to children's care and learning. Parents are very complementary about the service the childminder provides.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes learning fun and encourages children to enjoy their play and to 'have a go' at new activities. Children have regular opportunities to help develop their creative skills. For example, they learn to make marks in sand with their fingers and create tyre tracks of model cars. They enjoy exploring different textures as they move toy tractors and animals around in a pretend farmyard made up of wheat flakes, dried oats and gravel. The childminder observes younger children's fascinations with posting things into holes and provides items which capture their interests. For instance, a pegboard and a wooden mallet that can be turned over and over to enjoy all over again. She helps children learn to use mathematical language, such as 'big' and 'small', as they compare the size of pebbles.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder quickly builds strong and trusting relationships with children and their parents. She is a very good role model. Children are well behaved as the childminder gently guides them towards positive behaviour. She treats children with respect and models polite language and good manners which children copy. Children, including those new to the setting, are confident to explore their surroundings and invite the childminder to join in with their play. Children have good opportunities to learn about healthy lifestyles. For instance, they are encouraged to enjoy being physically active outside as they develop coordination and control to climb the steps of the slide.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

Children gain the necessary skills in preparation for school and are learning to be independent. For example, children try to put on their shoes and coats and attempt zip fastenings. Younger children are developing an ability to make choices of what to play with and where. Children learn about the wider world. For example, they show a strong interest in animals and vehicles with wheels as the childminder offers a wide range of books, resources and learning experiences that engage their curiosity.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY537768 Local authority Gloucestershire Inspection number 10067466 Type of provision Childminder

p.4

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

p.4

Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Gloucester. She operates all year round from 8.15am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.

p.4

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.

p.4

Registers

procedures set out in the guidance Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted, which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk . If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk . achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

p.4

Registers

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.5

Registers

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open- government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.5

Registers

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: www.ofsted.gov.uk/user .

p.5

Registers

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk

p.5