Childminder in Medway

Inspection date 22 January 2019 Previous inspection date 31 October 2014

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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 a safe and stimulating environment for children of all ages. Babies have safe areas to play with a range of resources suitable for their stage of development. The childminder rotates the resources according to children's interests and needs. n Partnerships with parents are strong. She keeps them up to date with their children's progress and they work together to plan children's next steps for learning. She shares ideas and suggestions to enable parents to build on children's learning at home. For example, children take home letter and colour games to share with their families. n Children learn about people who are different from themselves and the wider world. For example, they celebrate festivals from other countries, such as Chinese New Year. n The childminder meets children's care needs well. She has flexible routines that meet children's individual needs. This helps to make children feel safe and secure.

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This provision is good

n The childminder teaches children how to keep safe. For example, she talks to them about road safety and regularly practises fire drills with the children. n Occasionally, the childminder misses opportunities to support children's independence fully. n Although the childminder completes required training, she has not established a highly targeted programme of professional development to raise teaching to a higher level.

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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 increase opportunities for children to do things for themselves to further develop their independence skills n extend the programme for professional development to raise teaching and learning to the highest level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and spoke with children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector read written feedback provided by parents and took their views into consideration. n The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualification and her suitability.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of child protection and knows the processes to follow if she has concerns about children's welfare. She ensures the environment is safe for children. For example, she risk assesses her home and garden to identify and minimise any potential hazards to children. The childminder regularly reviews and updates policies and procedures to help ensure children's safety. She effectively evaluates her provision and the service she provides. She regularly takes account of the views of parents and children to help identify areas for improvement.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans a range of activities that excite and interest children. For instance, they thoroughly enjoy drawing patterns and writing letters in shaving foam. This promotes children's early writing skills. The childminder makes good use of opportunities to extend children's learning. For example, she cuts toast into squares and triangles to teach children the names of shapes. The childminder knows the children in her care well. She observes them at play and plans accurate next steps for children's continued learning. The childminder supports children's communication and language well. She constantly talks to babies helping them to hear new vocabulary. Children enjoy sharing stories with the childminder. They listen attentively and repeat words as she reads. This helps to develop children's early reading skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a good role model for children. She consistently uses and encourages good manners. The childminder forms strong bonds with all children. They are happy and settled and enjoy their time with the her. She helps to promote children's emotional well-being. For example, she gives cuddles and reassurance when needed. Children behave well and demonstrate high levels of respect. They listen to the childminder and respond positively to her requests and expectations. Children enjoy being creative and develop their imaginations. For instance, they engage in role-play experiences, such as pretending to take their babies to the shops. The childminder successfully supports healthy lifestyles. For example, children play outdoors daily and she regularly reminds children to drink throughout the day.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children enjoy being together and are kind to each other. For example, older children gently pass soft toys to babies. They demonstrate good social skills. For instance, they happily share resources and take turns. Children concentrate on their chosen activities and are absorbed in their play. Children investigate and explore the environment. For example, they excitedly splash in puddles and hunt for objects in the garden. Children are making progress from their starting points. They are developing the skills they require for their next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY390828 Local authority Medway Inspection number 10069596 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 0 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 19 Date of previous inspection 31 October 2014

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Registers

The childminder was registered in 2009. She lives in Rochester, Kent. The childminder holds a level 3 childcare qualification. The childminder operates all year round, between 7am and 6.30pm, from Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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