Childminder EY377819

Inspection date 10 July 2019 Previous inspection date 5 December 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 The childminder knows the children in her care well. She provides a stimulating learning environment and children make independent choices about their play. All children make good progress from their initial starting points. n The childminder is a good role model. She develops close relationships with the children and is sensitive and caring in her approach. Children behave well. They know to be kind, tolerant and respectful. n The childminder supports children's physical development well. Children have daily opportunities for exercise and fresh air. They regularly visit many places of interest, such as the local parks and farms, and discover the world around them. n The childminder evaluates the service she provides and identifies areas for further improvement. She has addressed the recommendations set at the last inspection and maintained children's good outcomes. n At times, the childminder does not recognise some opportunities to challenge children's

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This provision is good

abilities even further, in order to help them achieve to the highest possible level. n The childminder does not make the most of her good partnerships with parents to encourage them to contribute information about their children's achievements at home.

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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 consistent use of opportunities that arise to continually support and extend on children's interests to provide an even higher level of challenge n build on opportunities to help parents share information about their children's experiences and learning at home, to help ensure continuity in care.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including suitability checks, self- assessment information and documentation linked to managing children's progress. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector took account of written feedback from parents provided on the day of the inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has as an up to date knowledge of child protection legislation. She understands the procedure to follow should she have a concern about the welfare of a child. The childminder carries out daily assessments on areas used by children to minimise hazards and keep children safe. The childminder knows the children in her care well. For example, she keeps track of children's development to help identify and address any areas of concern. The childminder has established good links with other settings children attend. She is experienced and follows an effective programme of professional development. For example, she completes relevant training courses, shares good practice ideas with other childminders, and confidently talks about how risk management training has helped to strengthen her knowledge and skills and improve outcomes for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes regular assessments of children's learning. Overall, she uses this information effectively to plan for children's future development. The childminder supports children's communication and language skills well. For example, she talks clearly and models new words, such as 'warthog' and 'evaporate'. The childminder helps children to develop an interest in early reading. She teaches them how stories are structured, and they enjoy snuggling alongside her as they look at books. The childminder encourages children to experiment and test out their ideas. Children show great excitement when they decide to make puddles. They squeal with delight as they walk through the water to make footprints. Children are imaginative learners. They make pretend tea and go 'shopping' in their toy cars. Children learn to use technology. They enjoy investigating toys with simple mechanisms and learning how to operate them.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are emotionally secure and show a strong sense of belonging in the childminder's home. She provides them with lots of attention and treats them with genuine warmth and regard. The childminder teaches children about healthy lifestyles. For example, together, they discuss foods that are good for them, such as fruits and vegetables. Children develop their independence skills particularly well. They quickly learn to manage their own self-care needs and make choices about what they want to do. The childminder teaches children about different cultures and religions. For example, they learn about Chinese New Year and Diwali. Children are beginning to understand ways in which they may be similar or different to others.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in readiness for their next stage of learning, including going to school. They are sociable, confident and have good levels of concentration. Children develop their mathematical skills well. For example, they use numbers, colours and shapes throughout their play, and experiment with size, volume and measurement.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY377819 Local authority Oxfordshire Inspection number 10112682 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 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection 5 December 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2008. She operates her service from her home in Middle Barton, in Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire. She works Monday to Friday from 7am to 6pm. The childminder is accredited to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years.

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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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