Childminder in Lincolnshire

Inspection date 6 June 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 Children share positive, warm relationships with the friendly and attentive childminder. Children are happy, content and relaxed in her care. n Observation, assessment and planning procedures are effective. The childminder closely monitors each child's development, skillfully pinpointing next steps and possible activities to meet the needs of individual children. Careful monitoring ensures all children make good progress. n Parents are very complimentary about the childminder. For example, they comment that they love how friendly and accommodating she is. n The childminder knows how children learn. She observes their play and accurately identifies what they need to learn next. The childminder understands children's preferences and builds on these to motivate them to learn more. n The childminder makes the most of regular opportunities for purposeful outings within the local area. These support and enhance children's experiences in the wider world.

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This provision is good

n The childminder regularly reflects on her practice. However, she does not sharply focus evaluation systems to identify clear targets and drive improvements at the very highest level. n Other than mandatory training, the childminder does not fully target professional development opportunities to further enhance her skills.

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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 extend current reflection and evaluation procedures and use these systems effectively to drive improvements at an outstanding level n extend the programme of professional development to further increase knowledge and skills and raise the quality of teaching to a higher level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and children. n The inspector reviewed documentation, including the safeguarding procedure and proof of suitability of all adults living and working in the household. n The inspector viewed the areas of the home used for childminding. n The inspector considered the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The well-qualified childminder has a good understanding of the possible signs that a child could be at risk of harm or being exposed to extreme views. She is confident in the procedures she must follow to report any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder regularly updates her safeguarding knowledge through appropriate training. The childminder has strong relationships with parents. Parents are very positive about the service that is provided. They particularly appreciate the level of care that she provides both for the children and for them as a family. The childminder creates a safe space for children. She checks her home regularly and takes steps to minimise any risks. She is aware of what presents a potential hazard to children and demonstrates a vigilant attitude to children's welfare.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder gets to know the children very well. She uses her teaching knowledge to help motivate them to learn. Ongoing observations of children's development enable her to quickly identify and target gaps in their learning. The childminder is sensitive in her interactions with children. She provides a narrative as they play, introducing them to new words and repeating phrases back to them. This contributes to the development of good language and communication skills. The childminder makes good use of her knowledge of children's interests as one of the ways she extends their learning. For example, a child who is highly engaged in playing with bubbles, is supported to name the colours and shapes in each bubble wand.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children choose toys and equipment to lead their own play. They are supported to develop care towards living things. When a child becomes fascinated by a woodlouse, the childminder picks it up so that they can take a closer look. The childminder narrates simple facts about the woodlouse and then they count the number of legs it has before returning it safely to the garden. Children are well behaved. The childminder acts as a good role model and encourages them to use good manners. Children's health and physical well-being are positively promoted as they enjoy using the large outdoor space and engage in a wide range of regular visits within the local area. The childminder supports children to develop awareness of good hygiene routines. They are beginning to understand that regular handwashing contributes towards their good health.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their varying starting points. They gain skills that prepare them well for the next stage of their learning and the eventual move on to pre- school and school. Children are confident in selecting resources that interest them and are eager to engage in the wide range of activities provided. They are busy and remain focused on activities for prolonged periods. They learn to be confident at carrying out age-appropriate tasks independently. For example, they peal bananas for their snack.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY542502 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10092628 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 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017. She operates all year round from 7am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3.

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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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