Childminder EY438828

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

The quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Outstanding

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder and her assistant organise a challenging and exciting curriculum for children. They take influence from different approaches to teaching, fusing these together to provide an environment that entices children to explore, discover and make choices about their learning. The childminder and her assistant take materials and recycle them into amazing learning experiences for children, such as the percussion wall, the discovery area and the highly enticing fairy garden.

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The provision is outstanding

Children strengthen the small muscles in their hands through interesting activities. They skilfully use tongs and safety knives during snack time. Children practise writing in multiple ways. In the garden, they trace letters into the coloured sand on top of an illuminated light box. Older children can write their names, taking great care in the correct formation of their letters. Children rapidly develop their skills in readiness for starting school.

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The provision is outstanding

Children's behaviour is excellent. Their high level of enthusiasm in their learning is evident and there is a tangible buzz of excitement as children press buttons, pull levers and make things work in the discovery area. Children form close relationships with the childminder and her assistant, as well as with each other. They show their joy when their friends arrive and greet them warmly.

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n The childminder and her assistant understand about ways to challenge and stimulate children's thinking. Children are eager early readers who devour books. In the book tent, children look at picture books, non-fiction books and a featured book about an artist. Children scrutinise the pictures, holding them closer to their faces and running their fingers over the pages as if to feel the texture. This clearly intrigues children, who return to look at the books over and over again. n Children have a wealth of experiences to learn about mathematics. They weigh out quantities in the bucket scales in the garden. Indoors, they lift the number flaps to find a hidden quantity of animals and stars, eagerly counting each. n The childminder and her assistant talk to children in a mature manner. They know children understand, so explain things, ask questions and expand on their vocabulary by introducing new words. The childminder and her assistant have

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meaningful conversations with children where they ask them for their views and opinions and truly value what they have to say. n Children learn about the things that make them unique. Meaningful teaching about diversity helps children to explore different faiths and cultures. The childminder and her assistant place a high focus upon equipping children to grow and develop into tolerant, understanding British citizens who know about others and respect their similarities and differences.

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13 November 2019 n Children take pride in being part of their local community. They make Remembrance Day wreaths, which they take to lay at the local memorial hall. These activities help children to feel part of their local area and learn about empathy and understanding for others. n Children learn about growing and life cycles. They watch tadpoles develop and understand what contributes towards helping them to be healthy and grow. Teaching about children's own good health is equally strong. The childminder and her assistant ensure that children understand about what keeps them healthy and children are independent in meeting their own needs from a very young age. n The childminder and her assistant have equal passion, enthusiasm and commitment to childminding. They strive to provide the very best possible care and education for children. Nothing is left to chance and every activity is planned to maximise children's learning and enjoyment. This results in children making

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excellent progress and demonstrating high levels of confidence and self-esteem. n The childminder and her assistant are proactive in working with parents and other professionals to benefit children. They invite teachers from local schools into the setting to support children as they move on to school. Through extensive information sharing with parents, the childminder and her assistant support children's learning at home extremely well.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant have an extensive awareness of safeguarding issues. Both undertake regular training to keep their excellent knowledge fully up to date. The childminder is alert to signs and symptoms that children might be at risk of harm. She ensures that her assistant is fully aware of how to report any concerns about children's welfare to the Local Safeguarding Children Board as both take equal responsibility for children's safety. Together, the childminder and her assistant review policies and procedures to ensure that they continually improve and strengthen their practice. The childminder and her assistant are particularly knowledgeable about protecting children from extreme views and behaviours.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY438828 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 10129539 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 9 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 16 Date of previous inspection 15 September 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in High Wycombe. The childminder works with her husband who is her assistant. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday. On Friday, the childminder closes at 4.30pm. The childminder provides funded early education for children aged three and four years. The childminder holds a recognised childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n A learning walk was undertaken with the childminder and her assistant. The inspector observed children's learning activities and assessed the impact these had on their learning. n The inspector reviewed an activity with the childminder. The inspector spoke to the childminder, her assistant, children and a parent during the inspection. n A range of required documentation, including evidence of the suitability of the childminder and her assistant, was reviewed by the inspector. n The inspector read through written feedback left by parents and took account of their views.

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Inspection activities

13 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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13 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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