Childminder in Buckinghamshire

Inspection date 27 February 2019 Previous inspection date 22 June 2016

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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 Since the last inspection, the childminder has strengthened the way she tracks children's progress to swiftly identify any gaps in their learning and development. She also provides more opportunities for children to learn about letters and sounds, to help promote their early reading skills. n The childminder assesses and plans for children's next steps for learning successfully. She organises the play environment to help children develop good independence. For example, they select toys and resources which are easily accessible. n The childminder teaches children about right and wrong and she praises them to help boost their confidence and self-esteem. Children behave well, take turns and respect each other and the environment. n The childminder carries out thorough risk assessments of the environments children use to help keep them safe and secure. n The childminder accurately evaluates the effectiveness of her good provision and she

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This provision is good

values the views of children and their parents. This leads to continuous improvement in her service. n The childminder develops her existing good knowledge and skills. For instance, she reads childcare articles and shares ideas with other professionals. n Sometimes, the childminder does not make the most of her good relationships with parents in order to help them complement their children's learning at home. n The childminder does not consistently plan outdoor activities for children who prefer to be outdoors, in order to encourage and challenge their thoughts, ideas and interests.

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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 better use of the good partnerships with parents to support, complement and extend children's learning at home n provide further outdoor learning experiences, particularly for those who enjoy learning outdoors, to fully support their learning across each area.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector observed and evaluated an activity with the childminder. n The inspector looked at children's records and planning, and discussed the childminder's policies and procedures. n The inspector took account of the written views of parents.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is aware of the correct action to take if she has concerns about a child's welfare. She has a good awareness of safeguarding issues, which includes extremist views. The childminder works in partnership with other settings the children attend to help raise learning outcomes for children. Overall, children benefit from the good partnerships that exist between the childminder and their parents. The childminder shares information about daily routines and activities to ensure that parents are up to date about their child's care and education.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder models language clearly and uses questioning effectively, to help children become confident speakers. She plans activities to include the children's interests. For example, they enjoy using glue sticks and different materials to make a face. Children also use their imagination, thoughts and ideas as they create their pictures. The childminder encourages them to count and recognise different sizes, shapes and colours as they stick on facial features and additional items, such as hats and glasses. Children respond positively to the childminder's praise and encouragement, and they are confident and eager to build on their learning experiences.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has positive relationships with children, which helps to support their emotional well-being effectively. They go to her for reassurance and enjoy cuddles. The childminder teaches children about the importance of living a healthy lifestyle. They enjoy home-cooked meals, fresh air and exercise. The childminder raises the children's awareness of possible dangers, such as road safety and being aware of cars, when they walk to the park. Children increase their understanding of the world in which they live. For example, they learn about special events, other countries and the different foods people like to eat.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They listen attentively, follow instructions and respond to the childminder's questions as they play. Children develop good large and small physical skills. For example, they climb and slide, post shapes and build with bricks. They learn key skills that support their next stage in learning and prepare them well for their eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY392191 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 10074241 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 2 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 22 June 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered 2009. She lives in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. The childminder offers care from Monday to Friday, 7.30am until 6pm, for most of the year.

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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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