Barbeary, Nicola Andrea

Inspection date 5 March 2019 Previous inspection date 21 September 2015

p.1

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

p.1

This provision is good

n The childminder is calm and caring in her interactions with children. She provides a relaxed environment where children are content and happy. n Children make good progress in their learning and development. They are keen to explore and investigate, and are motivated to learn. n The childminder is dedicated and passionate about her role. She makes effective use of professional development opportunities to further develop her knowledge and skills. For instance, she is currently learning about the benefits of 'risky play' and how she can support children safely to take more risks during their play. n The childminder supports children's language skills effectively. She asks questions that encourage children to think and talks to them about what they are doing as they play imaginatively. n Partnerships with parents are well established. The childminder regularly updates parents about what their child has been doing and how to further support them to

p.1

This provision is good

boost their learning. Parents speak highly of the childminder and the care she provides. n At times, the childminder misses opportunities to develop children's interest and understanding of mathematical language and concepts during everyday activities.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

n increase opportunities for children to learn about mathematical language and concepts during everyday activities in order to develop children's understanding further.

p.2

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, indoors and outdoors. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector viewed written feedback provided by parents and took account of their views. n The inspector looked at a sample of relevant documentation, including children's learning records, evidence of the suitability of household members, and policies and procedures. n The inspector spoke to children and the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.

p.2

Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder has a thorough understanding of her safeguarding responsibilities and knows what to do if she is concerned about a child's welfare. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder reviews her provision regularly to identify strengths and where she can develop her service further. For example, she has provided children with space outdoors to develop their imaginative skills and role play using natural resources. The childminder develops positive partnerships with teachers at the local school and communicates effectively between parents and teachers, which helps to promote children's well-being.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder regularly observes children and monitors their progress. She uses this information to plan appropriate next steps in their learning. Children have lots of opportunities to develop their physical skills. For instance, children develop their arm muscles as they work together to spin themselves on a roundabout. The childminder supports children well to develop their hand-to-eye coordination. For example, children show great control using hammers, pins and shapes to make their own pictures.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is nurturing and attentive to children's needs. Children have developed close attachments with the childminder and they thrive in her care. The childminder is a good role model. She provides clear explanations to children to support them to share and take turns. Children behave well and are developing good social skills. The childminder supports children's health and well-being effectively. For instance, children have plenty of opportunities to be active outdoors and are provided with healthy, nutritious snacks.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

Children develop a wide range of skills, which prepares them well for their future learning and school. Children are developing good independence skills and they confidently dress themselves for outside play. Children show high levels of engagement during activities. They are able to concentrate for extended periods of time and listen well to instructions.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY279122 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 10066834 Type of provision Childminder

p.4

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 21 September 2015

p.4

Registers

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Lyneham, Wiltshire. She operates Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 5.30pm, all year round, except for family holidays. She holds a relevant qualification at level 3. The childminder is in receipt of funding to provide free early education for three- and four-year-old children.

p.4

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.

p.4

Registers

procedures set out in the guidance Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted, which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk . If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk . achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

p.4

Registers

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.5

Registers

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open- government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.5

Registers

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: www.ofsted.gov.uk/user .

p.5

Registers

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk

p.5