Childminder EY539163

Inspection date 11 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 The childminder is reflective of her practice, reviewing the service she provides and making positive changes that benefit children. For example, she has increased the opportunities for children to develop their early writing skills. n The childminder offers a welcoming, home-from-home environment where children are happy, confident and settle quickly. The childminder uses what she knows about children to provide interesting activities that engage children effectively. Children make good progress in their learning from their starting points. n The childminder encourages children successfully to share toys with each other and take turns. Children listen to the childminder carefully and behave well. n The childminder develops good relationships with parents. She maintains regular daily exchanges of information regarding children's care and developmental needs. Children take home 'mega learning books', so parents can extend their learning at home.

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The provision is good

n Children show that they feel safe and secure with the childminder through their play and interactions. They select play items independently and confidently approach the childminder for help when needed. The childminder treats children with kindness and care, which supports their emotional well-being effectively.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not assess all aspects of children's achievements precisely enough to consistently and more accurately monitor their progress in all areas of learning. n The childminder misses some opportunities to develop children's problem-solving skills during play.

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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 develop the systems of monitoring children's progress to consistently reflect accurate assessments of their achievements and fully support their ongoing learning n extend the opportunities during activities to support children's problem-solving skills further.

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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 robust policies and procedures to help her keep children safe and well. She is confident in describing the signs that may cause her to be worried about a child's welfare and knows the procedures to follow to report any concerns. The childminder works closely with other settings that children also attend, to ensure consistency and continuity in children's care and learning. She makes effective use of professional development opportunities to improve her practice and skills, such as by attending training and meeting with other childminders. Following on from training, the childminder has a better understanding of how to help children begin to recognise initial sounds of words. This has a positive impact on their literacy development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder joins in with children's play, follows their interests and interacts competently with them. For example, she encourages children to recognise colour, sizes and the names of shapes as they excitedly post objects through a slot and watch them roll down a ramp. This supports their mathematical development successfully. The childminder supports children's communication and language skills well. For instance, she develops their vocabulary by talking to them during play activities, introducing new words and asking appropriate questions. The childminder praises children's efforts and achievements, which boosts their self-esteem.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children benefit from fresh air and exercise, for example, when they visit local parks and playgroups with the childminder. These experiences help children to understand their local community and develop good physical and social skills. The childminder helps children to develop an understanding of how to stay safe. For instance, she reminds children not to run indoors, so they do not fall and hurt themselves. The childminder supports children's good health and hygiene effectively. She ensures that children wash their hands regularly and encourages them to get tissues to wipe their noses. The childminder follows children's own routines and needs well, and provides healthy snacks and drinks.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are keen to explore and motivated to learn. They develop important skills in readiness for their future learning, including going to school. Children are eager to engage in new experiences, such as when they explore the texture of cornflour mixed with water. They thoroughly enjoy making marks in the mixture with spoons and patterned rollers. Children enjoy looking at books and listening to stories. They quickly learn how things work. For example, when operating an interactive toy, they know how to press the buttons to make it work.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY539163 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10079123 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 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Honiton, Devon. The childminder works throughout the year from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, with the exception of bank holidays. She receives funding to provide free early education for children aged two-, three- and four-year-old children. The childminder holds a qualification at level 3.

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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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