Childminder in Buckinghamshire

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

The childminder provides a warm and homely environment. Children have formed strong relationships with both the childminder and her co-minder, and demonstrate that they are emotionally secure. Effective settling-in processes are in place and the childminder knows the children very well. She can confidently talk about their abilities, likes and dislikes and family backgrounds. She recognises what children can already do and identifies their next steps in learning accurately. Children's behaviour is good.

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The provision is good

Children are very happy in the childminder's care and they enjoy spending time together. The childminder helps children to learn how to keep themselves safe. For example, she talks to them about why they need to clear away toys they have finished playing with. When she takes children on walks in the local community, the childminder has secure procedures in place that children follow. For example, they know where the best places are to cross roads safely.

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The provision is good

Children take part in various activities. For instance, the childminder teaches children how to use digital home technology to play music. Children enjoy exploring musical instruments and dancing to rhymes. Children develop a positive attitude to learning. Older children sing familiar rhymes. Younger children squeal with delight. Overall, activities are well planned, although the childminder does not always successfully challenge older children's learning to the highest level.

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need to do better?

n All children, including those in receipt of funding, make good progress in their learning and development. The childminder assesses children's progress accurately. She regularly observes children and has a good knowledge about children's interests and next steps. She uses information to successfully move them forward in their learning. Children are motivated to learn and develop good attitudes to their learning. n Children can freely choose from the toys that interest them. Children know where their personal belongings are. The childminder has a good range of play materials and books. However, sometimes activities do not challenge older children to develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills even further. n Children enjoy playing with dough and using tools. They develop the small muscles in their hands as they squeeze, pull and poke the dough. The childminder enhances the experiences for children by making scented dough.

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need to do better?

This stimulates children's interest and promotes their language as they describe what they can smell. n The childminder encourages children to explore early mathematics, such as counting and naming shapes. She finds ways to promote their mathematical

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need to do better?

6 November 2019 development in daily routines. For example, children confidently name the shapes of the plates and count how many they will need for lunchtime. n The childminder observes children as they play. She supports their learning with skilled questioning. Children demonstrate a good range of vocabulary when they express their thoughts. They speak confidently and clearly. n Outdoor play and outings are an important part of the childminder's provision. Children enjoy the local areas, including parks and a weekly soft-play session. This further supports children's understanding of their community and helps them develop new physical skills. n Children develop the skills they need to be respectful and resilient. The childminder consistently models good manners and encourages children to take turns and share. Children follow clear, consistent boundaries and their behaviour is very positive, including throughout the inspector's visit.

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need to do better?

n Children learn about the importance of healthy eating. For example, as children eat snack, she supports them to think about what types of food are healthy. Children demonstrate good physical skills. Older children walk daily to local schools, getting plenty of exercise and fresh air. n Parent partnerships and relationships with other early years professionals are effective. Parents have daily opportunities to share and exchange information about their children's progress. They comment appreciatively about the childminder. The childminder shares information about children's ages and stages of development to ensure all those involved with children's care and learning provide a consistent approach. n The childminder and co-minder work successfully as a team. They think about the service they provide. The childminder considers feedback from parents when identifying areas for improvement. The childminder undertakes mandatory

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need to do better?

training. However, she has not yet developed a precise plan to enhance her professional development further.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has an in-depth understanding of child protection procedures. She can identify when a child may be at risk of harm and has a detailed safeguarding policy with relevant contact numbers she can access when necessary. She knows how to report concerns about children's welfare to keep them safe. The childminder knows how to create an environment that is safe for children. For instance, safety gates are in place. The childminder's premises are secure. She has relevant safety equipment, such as a fire blanket and fire extinguisher. The childminder carries out regular fire drills to ensure children are aware of procedures in the event of an emergency.

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should:

6 November 2019 n make activities more challenging in order to develop children's critical thinking and problem-solving skills even further n develop more specific plans to enhance professional development and drive the quality of provision to the highest level.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY551973 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 10126985 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 to 10 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Marlow. The childminder cares for children from Monday to Friday from 6.30am to 6.30pm for most of the year. The childminder is registered for early years funding. The childminder works with a co- minder.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the areas used for childminding. She talked to the children, the childminder and her co-childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n A joint evaluation of an activity was discussed with the childminder. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided. n The inspector looked at a sample of documentation, including the evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.

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Inspection activities

6 November 2019 We carried out this inspection 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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Inspection activities

6 November 2019 regulates and inspects to 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.

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