Childminder in Kent

Inspection date 10 January 2019 Previous inspection date 30 July 2015

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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

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This provision is good

n The childminder provides exciting and stimulating activities that are planned around what she knows children can do and their interests. Children are focused and fully engaged while they play. Accurate assessments show how they make good progress in their learning and development. n The childminder reflects on her practice to improve the quality of her teaching and the environment. For example, she regularly updates her training to improve her knowledge and skills. n Children develop the essential physical, social and communication skills needed to support their continued learning, including when they go to school. n The childminder builds strong, nurturing relationships with the children, who are confident and well behaved. She is very responsive to their individual needs and emotions. n The childminder puts children's welfare at the heart of her practice as she encourages them to confidently explore and learn. She creates a happy, homely and safe

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This provision is good

environment. n The childminder does not always make the most of her partnerships with parents. For example, she does not consistently ask for parents' opinions of her practice, to contribute towards her evaluation and improvement of her provision.

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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 the best possible use of parent partnerships, to encourage parents to share their views and contribute to improving the quality of provision for children.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector viewed all areas of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector took parents' views into account by speaking with them and reading their written comments. n The inspector viewed a range of documentation, including children's records, policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder regularly updates her knowledge of safeguarding. She is confident in identifying potential child protection issues and knows the processes to follow should any concerns arise. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder tracks and monitors children's progress well. She quickly identifies children who might be falling behind their peers, in order to help them make good progress. She regularly shares information with parents, who appreciate her good communication skills and knowledge. For example, they know what their children are learning and feel confident in supporting them at home.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses good methods of teaching to promote children's learning through play. She provides a range of activities that encourages them to be curious and to continue building on what they already know. For example, children talk about the animals they might find in a cold climate, as they enjoy playing with pretend snow. The childminder makes good use of opportunities to extend their communication and language skills. For instance, by providing new words to describe how things feel, such as 'squidgy' and 'slimy'. She speaks clearly and slowly to give children time to think and repeat the words. Children learn about numbers as they count to ten and identify significant numbers, such as those representing their age.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a calm and positive role model for children. She is quick to praise and celebrate their efforts and achievements. This supports children's self-esteem and confidence well. Children are taught about keeping themselves safe and healthy. For example, during lunchtimes they talk about eating fruits and vegetables to help them grow. Children experience plenty of physical exercise when, for instance, they visit the local park. The childminder provides them with interesting experiences to expand their knowledge of the world, such as visiting the local aerodrome. Children are encouraged to respect each other's views and needs. For example, young children are helped to share resources and understand each other's feelings as they play with cars.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in their learning, including those who have lower starting points. Children are curious and motivated to learn. They demonstrate high levels of concentration and focus, and they cooperate well together. For example, they successfully work together to make a long roadway for their cars. Children delight in singing, playing musical instruments and dancing. They demonstrate good manners and are polite and helpful. For example, all children willingly help to tidy the toys when they are finished playing.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY369833 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10063792 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 4 Date of previous inspection 30 July 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Maidstone, Kent. She operates from 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday, all year round, with the exception of bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder receives funding for the provision of free early education for children aged three and four years. She works alongside another registered childminder and holds an early years 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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