Childminder in Southampton

Inspection date 26 April 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 works hard to provide a warm and welcoming home environment. Children settle quickly upon arrival, sharing news with the childminder and discussing the activities they would like to do. n The childminder demonstrates a passion for delivering high-quality teaching and is able to clearly articulate her expectations for children. She has carefully considered the use of space and the resources which children have access to. n The children have strong relationships with the childminder, which allows them to explore new opportunities and take appropriate risks in their play. This results in children stretching themselves and celebrating in their successes. One parent commented that, 'The bond between the childminder and my daughter is one which will last forever'. n Children make good progress and are well supported when they have additional needs identified. Parents are engaged with their children's learning and are encouraged to

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This provision is good

build on agreed next steps at home. n Children develop their independence skills through the daily routines which they have become familiar with. n The childminder has scope within her practice to further improve the existing good language acquisition of children. n The childminder misses some opportunities to link with other professionals to strengthen the effectiveness of children's shared care and learning.

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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 ways in which to make effective links with early years professionals who share care of the children n explore ways in which to develop knowledge and understanding of language acquisition, to further improve the delivery of support around speech, language and communication.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The childminder gave the inspector a tour of the premises. n The inspector observed interactions between the children and the childminder. n The inspector observed a planned activity alongside the childminder. n The inspector spoke with parents and took account of written views. n The inspector sampled some of the childminder's paperwork and records, including learning journals and policies, reviewing the suitability of those living and working in the property.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder has a robust self-assessment that accurately identifies her strengths and areas for development. She has correctly identified and focused on supporting children with additional needs, particularly where speech and language is identified. The childminder has strong polices and procedures in place which help her to underpin her good practice. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to safeguard children and what actions to take if she has concerns.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows children well and makes accurate ongoing assessments of their skills and abilities. Assessments are used to plan children's next steps. The childminder works hard to ensure that her teaching is of a high standard. This means that she effectively promotes the development of areas such as maths and language in particular. Children's learning and development are promoted through a range of well-considered activities and resources. Children are able to choose activities which interest them and are supported by the childminder to build on these interests. The childminder makes good use of community resources, such as local music and dance groups, to extend children's learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children demonstrate excellent behaviour, supported by the positive role modelling of the childminder. There are clear, consistent boundaries which children understand and respond well to. Children show respect for each other and are supported to understand how to respond to interactions they do not like. For example, the childminder encourages children to 'use words' instead of physical actions. She understands the importance of protecting and developing children's emotional well-being. The childminder successfully uses a range of opportunities throughout the day to develop children's independence skills. For example, they are encouraged to put their shoes on themselves when going outside. The childminder places a high level of importance on the partnerships she has with parents. As a result, parents feel fully engaged with their children's care and speak highly of the childminder. One parent commented, 'She is

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

amazing and I couldn't trust anyone more to do the best for my child'.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress across the curriculum. They demonstrate high levels of interest in their learning and are motivated to explore further. Children's early skills in maths are well supported by the childminder, who uses everyday activities to explore concepts. For example, while playing with sand she takes the opportunity to discuss size, shape and volume with children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY542690 Local authority Southampton Inspection number 10090262 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 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Southampton. She operates Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6pm, all year round. The childminder holds a level 3 qualification.

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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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