Childminder in Swindon

Inspection date 17 October 2018 Previous inspection date 4 March 2015

p.1

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 Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

p.1

The provision is good

n Children are happy and settled. They form close bonds with the childminder and are relaxed as they play. n The childminder is kind and caring, and is considerate of the emotional needs of the children in her care. She knows children well and how their personality shapes their approach to learning. n The outdoor provision is well resourced and interesting for children. For instance, children enjoy exploring shells and thoroughly enjoy watching them drop into bowls of water. n The childminder establishes effective partnerships with other settings children attend. She shares information to ensure they support children's care and learning experiences well.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

n Although the childminder reflects on her practice well overall, she does not include the views of children and parents in the self-evaluation process to help her recognise further areas for improvement. n At times, the childminder misses opportunities during children's play to extend their mathematical learning, so they learn more about numbers and counting.

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 strengthen the self-evaluation process, considering the views of children and parents to recognise further areas for improvement n make use of opportunities to extend children's understanding of early mathematics, so they learn more about numbers and counting.

p.2

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 has on children's learning. n The inspector spoke to parents, read their written feedback provided and took account of their views. n The inspector completed an evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector looked at a sample of documentation, including suitability of adults living in the household, policies and procedures, and children's learning records. n The inspector spoke to children and the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.

p.2

Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and knows who to contact if she has any concerns. The childminder undertakes regular checks of the premises each day to ensure children are cared for in a safe environment. Overall, partnerships with parents are good. Parents speak highly about the quality of care and learning that the childminder provides and the progress their children have made. The childminder keeps her knowledge up to date. For instance, she works closely with other childminders to share information, researches online and undertakes online training. This helps her to gain new skills and ideas for activities.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is knowledgeable and tracks children's progress well. She uses the information gained from her observations to plan effectively for children's next steps in their learning. The childminder supports children's language and communication skills effectively. She provides an ongoing commentary for children as they play and introduces new words into their vocabulary. The childminder supports children to develop their physical skills well. For instance, children confidently arrange small pegs into holes using a pincher grip.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have good opportunities to be independent. For example, the childminder supports them to peel their own fruit at snack time. The childminder encourages children to persevere during activities and consistently praises them, developing their self-esteem and confidence. The childminder promotes children's physical health well. She reminds children to drink plenty of water and ensures they have daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. Children benefit from regular outings in the local community. For instance, they visit parks and go on walks where they explore nature and the wider world.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and development, and are developing the skills they need in readiness for future learning, including going to school. Children demonstrate good concentration skills and engage well with their play. Children are developing early literacy skills. For example, as they make marks and draw using water.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number 505888 Local authority Swindon Inspection number 10060890 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 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection 4 March 2015

p.4

Registers

The childminder registered in 1996 and lives in Swindon, Wiltshire. She operates all year round from 6.45am to 6pm, 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