Childminder EY498842

Inspection date 21 February 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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 is kind, caring and attentive to the children's needs. She establishes secure attachments with children, who seek and enjoy her interactions in their play. Children are happy and show that they feel safe in the childminder's care. This helps to develop their self-esteem. n The childminder provides an interesting environment using a wide range of good- quality resources. There are plenty of opportunities for children to make their own choices and explore their own ideas. n The childminder observes what children can do and uses her knowledge of children's interests well to plan a good range of activities that support their development. Children make good progress from their individual starting points. n The childminder works closely with other local providers and schools that children attend. She regularly shares information about children's interests, learning and well- being. n The childminder does not always give young children enough time to respond to and

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This provision is good

repeat new words, to develop their vocabulary even further. n The childminder occasionally evaluates her practice but does not fully involve parents and other professionals to help identify areas to further improve her teaching.

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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 consider different ways to increase young children's vocabulary further n enhance the self-evaluation process, making better use of the views of parents and other professionals to help identify areas to further improve teaching.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children during play sessions and mealtimes. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector looked at a range of documents, including policies, procedures and the children's records of development.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder implements policies and procedures well. For example, she effectively identifies any risks in the environment and promptly addresses these, to help ensure children play safely. She keeps up to date with child protection training and has a good understanding of the procedure to follow should she have a concern about a child's welfare. Partnerships with parents and carers are good. The childminder gathers essential information about children's developmental starting points. There is an effective two-way flow of information to support and strengthen children's learning and development. The childminder follows children's familiar home routines to provide consistency in their care. The childminder regularly uses online research to build on her knowledge and to plan and provide children with exciting creative craft ideas.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder closely monitors children's individual progress. This helps her to identify any gaps in their development quickly. For example, she provides a range of puzzles, some simple and some more difficult. She encourages children to try and fit the pieces and complete the picture. The childminder gives lots of praise and encouragement. As a result, children concentrate, persevere and are very pleased with their success. The childminder plans stimulating experiences that link well to children's interests. For example, a visit to a large wildlife sanctuary provides children with an exciting time with a range of exotic birds. The childminder enthusiastically recounts the visit and children listen with interest and understanding. Young children remember the parrot's squawks and happily imitate the sound.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder promotes children's good behaviour well. She helps children to learn about sharing resources and taking turns in their play. As a result, children are polite and behave well. The childminder supports children to manage their own self-care and follow good hygiene routines. She gives gentle guidance to support young children's physical development. For example, children soon learn how to successfully climb and sit on their own comfy armchair, safely by themselves. Children develop a good understanding of the importance of eating a balanced diet and enjoy a wide range of healthy foods throughout the day.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children gain a range of skills that support them well for future learning and the eventual move on to school. Young children show a curiosity in how things work. For example, they turn, slide and press parts of toys to make different sounds, understanding that their movements cause an effect. Children listen well and understand simple instructions. They willingly take part in tidying away toys when they have finished their play.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY498842 Local authority Cornwall Inspection number 10067404 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 - 4 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Mullion, Cornwall. She works Monday to Friday from 7am to 6pm all year round.

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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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