Childminder EY356577

Inspection date 31 July 2018 Previous inspection date 31 July 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 Outstanding 1 Outcomes for children Good 2

p.1

The provision is good

n Children benefit from the exceptional care that the highly skilled childminder consistently provides. Furthermore, the childminder gathers exceptional individual knowledge of children and their families. This enables her to enhance how she supports children's emotional well-being extremely effectively. n The childminder enriches children's communication and language skills very well. For example, she is animated and enthusiastically reads stories of their choice. This engages them for long periods. Children repeat familiar words and join in to predict endings. n The childminder works in partnership with others and recognises areas that she can develop further. For example, she has reflected on ways she can raise awareness of encouraging parents to share information about children's health needs, to help her to keep them safe and well. n Parents speak extremely highly of the childminder. They recognise her strong sense of

p.1

The provision is good

fun and the high priority she gives to keeping children safe as they play. Children flourish and make good progress. n Children enjoy a wide variety of play opportunities that reflects their interests. For example, they benefit from daily routines to move their bodies to music. This promotes their physical development and very strong sense of belonging.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

n Occasionally, the childminder does not consistently provide opportunities to support children to develop their early writing skills, to raise children's early writing skills to a higher level.

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 Improve opportunities for children to practise their early writing skills further.

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed teaching, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector viewed children's records and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures. n The inspector took account of the written views of parents. n The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.

p.2

Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder clearly demonstrates her knowledge of how to recognise signs of abuse and responds appropriately to report any concerns about children's welfare and safety. The childminder keeps up to date with legislation. She acts quickly on any information she gathers and makes relevant changes to policies and procedures. Furthermore, she accesses a variety of training courses to refresh and increase her knowledge. The childminder regularly reflects on her environment and resources. For instance, she has made a plan to purchase books about dinosaurs, to continue to motivate children who have an interest in them to talk about their differences.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Teaching is strong. The childminder makes good use of opportunities to promote learning. For example, she quickly responds to children who show a keen interest in counting snails while playing in the garden. Children are challenged to search for more and count how many they can see. In addition, the childminder frequently uses mathematical language, which includes talking about shapes, size and quantity. Effective monitoring systems help the childminder to identify children's next stages of development accurately. This leads to meaningful and exciting activities that support and motivate children's who are eager to learn. The childminder uses skilful questioning alongside children's play. For example, when children use resources to replicate objects in their imaginary play, the childminder acknowledges their ideas, which helps to build on their self-esteem and confidence.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder successfully implements highly consistent routines and reinforces boundaries and desired behaviour. For example, children learn to share successfully and consider if their friends can see the pages in a book during story times. Children behave exceptionally well at mealtimes. They use excellent manners for their ages and stages of development, and cooperatively follow the excellent daily routines. This helps them gain self-control and respect others. The childminder encourages children to become highly independent. She regularly discusses the importance of hygiene and encourages children to recognise the importance of keeping healthy and safe. Children willingly help to wipe tables after meals and clear resources away. Children demonstrate extremely high levels of confidence and feel exceptionally secure and safe as they play.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

All children gain valuable skills, ready for their move to school. They are highly motivated learners who are curious about their world. They speak clearly and express their thoughts and views with great confidence. Children spontaneously join in singing nursery rhymes and talk about their feelings. Children are extremely polite and considerate.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY356577 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 10067605 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 4 Date of previous inspection 31 July 2015

p.4

Registers

The childminder registered in 2007. She lives on the outskirts of the city of Salisbury. The childminder's setting operates from 8am to 6pm on weekdays, all year round. She has a relevant early years qualification at level 3. The childminder receives funding for the provision of free early education to children aged two, three and four years.

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