Childminder EY440548

Inspection date 29 January 2019 Previous inspection date 4 September 2014

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Effectiveness of leadership and management Requires improvement 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 is a provision that requires improvement

n The childminder has not provided the necessary information to Ofsted to enable all of the required checks to be carried out on household members. n Occasionally, the childminder does not make the most of opportunities for children to develop their independence skills. n The childminder shares information with parents, but she does not consistently give them ideas to help them extend their children's learning at home.

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It has the following strengths

n The childminder is warm, kind and caring. Children have a strong bond with her and show they are happy and emotionally secure. n Children's health and physical development are promoted well. For example, children benefit from daily walks around the local community and learn about living things. They enjoyed watching sheep in the fields and talking about their different characteristics. n The childminder works with staff in other settings well. She ensures that information about children's learning and development is shared, and this promotes continuity in children's care and development. n The childminder knows the children well and has a good understanding of how they learn. She offers a stimulating learning environment and helps children to become active learners.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and Childcare Register the provider must: Due date ensure that the required information is submitted to Ofsted to enable checks to be undertaken on all household members. 15/03/2019

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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 strengthen the opportunities to further enhance children's independence to the highest possible levels n provide more opportunities to involve parents in children's learning at home to enhance children's learning even further.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector viewed written feedback provided by parents and other childcare professionals and took account of their views. n The inspector looked at a sample of relevant documentation, including policies and procedures and children's learning records. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management requires improvement

The childminder has not submitted the required information to Ofsted to enable suitability checks to be completed. However, she has ensured that every household member has a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The childminder supervises children at all times. Therefore, the risks to children are minimised. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of her responsibilities to keep children safe. She has a good knowledge of the possible indicators of abuse and who to report any concerns to. The childminder regularly reflects on her practice. She networks with other childminders to share good practice and engage in professional discussions. Parents are complimentary about the childminder. They state that their children are happy and that they are welcomed into her home as part of her family.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes regular observations of children and closely monitors their progress. She uses this information to accurately identify next steps for their learning, as well any areas where they may need more support. The childminder supports children's mathematical development effectively. For example, children were engaged as they made play dough and then used this to explore numbers and shapes. The childminder supports children to count, recognise numerals and learn about mathematical concepts. She uses children's interests to develop their imaginative play. For instance, children delighted in packing for a pretend holiday to Bulgaria.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder makes good use of settling-in sessions to find out about children's care needs and interests. Children settle quickly into the welcoming environment. The childminder helps children to adopt a healthy lifestyle. For example, she offers healthy food choices and engages children in discussions about healthy choices. The childminder regularly takes children to local toddler groups. This provides them with the opportunity to develop their social skills and make friendships with others.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They are effective communicators. They confidently ask questions and express their needs and interests to the childminder. Children enjoy learning new things and have a positive attitude to their play. They are prepared well for the next stages in their learning and their eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY440548 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 10069889 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 3 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 4 September 2014

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The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in the Purton area of Swindon. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm from Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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