Childminder in Luton

Inspection date 9 May 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 has a good understanding of how young children learn and develop. She provides children with appropriate activities and experiences they enjoy. Children eagerly involve themselves in activities as many are based on their current interests. n The childminder completes regular observations and assessments of children's learning. She monitors progress to make sure children are moving forward in their development. n Children's emotional well-being is supported well. They are happy and settled in the warm and welcoming home environment. n The childminder is a positive role model. Children develop good social skills. They are polite, and the childminder encourages them to use good manners. Consequently, children behave well. n The childminder has a good knowledge of the children in her care. She knows their strengths and areas for personal development. This means children are well cared for

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This provision is good

and relationships between the childminder and children are secure. n Partnerships with parents are established and allow for conversations to take place about children's learning and development. This information helps the childminder to build on relationships with children and enhance their learning. n At times, the childminder does not make the best possible use of activities and routines to extend children's learning and encourage them to think further.

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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 improve the good teaching further and challenge children's learning to the highest level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed activities indoors and assessed the impact they have on children's learning. n The inspector viewed the areas of the home used for childminding. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector sampled documentation used by the childminder, including policies and procedures and children's records. n The inspector spoke with parents and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of her responsibilities to keep children safe from harm and how to protect them from risks. She has attended recent training to raise her understanding of more complex issues affecting children. The childminder has a range of policies in place to support children's safety. She understands the procedure to follow should she have any concerns about a child in her care. Accidents are dealt with appropriately and parents are suitably informed. Parents are pleased with the quality of the provision and the care their children receive. They express how happy their children are attending and say their children have lots of fun with the childminder.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children enjoy playing with a wide range of resources. They freely access items to explore and enjoy using their imaginations for interactive role play. For example, children wave wands and say 'abracadabra' to change each other into different animals. They enjoy making the appropriate animal sounds and movements. Children learn how to take part in conversations through discussions during activities. The childminder reinforces children's awareness of colour, shape and size as she supports them when completing puzzles. Children use mathematical language and confidently count in their play. The childminder praises children frequently and encourages them to try new experiences. Children learn about their world through outings in the local community, such as visits to the library and shops.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children appear comfortable and settled, and they build good relationships with the childminder. They lead their own play and are keen to learn. They choose from accessible toys and equipment in the well-organised environment. This helps to develop their independence and decision-making skills. Children are developing good social skills. They negotiate and help each other, such as retrieving small items that have fallen down. Children enthusiastically take part in singing songs and doing the actions. The childminder supports children's awareness of healthy lifestyles. For example, she takes them to the local shop where they talk about and choose healthy snacks. Children enjoy playing outdoors daily and benefit from being in the fresh air. They choose from a range of activities to develop their physical skills.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children gain the skills that prepare them well for the next stage of their learning and the eventual move to school. They enjoy looking at books, which helps to develop their early reading skills. Children are encouraged to take responsibility for their self-care, which further develops their independence. They are developing high esteem and positive self-confidence.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY540449 Local authority Luton Inspection number 10090062 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 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in Luton, Bedfordshire. She operates Monday to Friday from 6am to 8pm all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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