Childminder in West Berkshire

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 is a qualified and experienced early years practitioner. She has a good understanding of how children learn and provides a safe and well-resourced environment for children to play and learn in. This helps children to choose toys and resources that appeal to their individual interests. The childminder recognises opportunities to weave in new learning through children's self-chosen play. She adapts her teaching in their spontaneous play well. For instance, as children choose favourite books to read, the childminder uses this opportunity to model new language and encourages children to attempt to repeat the new words they hear.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations for what children can achieve. Children develop good attitudes to their learning and behave well. They are willing to try new activities and concentrate well, gaining confidence in the new skills that they gain. The childminder recognises that these skills help children to be ready for their next stage in learning, including school, when the time comes.

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The provision is good

Children develop strong bonds with the childminder and demonstrate that they feel happy and secure. The childminder is very attuned to children's individual care needs. For instance, she recognises when younger children are tired and provides them with the cuddles they need, as they fall asleep in her arms. These warm, trusting relationships help to support children's emotional well-being effectively.

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need to do better?

n The childminder recognises the value of providing children with a variety of experiences to build on their understanding of the diverse community they live in, and the natural world. For instance, children enjoy visiting the park, toddler groups, trips on a train and visits to the local fruit-picking farm. The childminder teaches children about different customs and festivals. She values the backgrounds and cultures of the families in her care. The childminder celebrates festivals that link directly to herself and to the families she looks after, such as St Patrick's Day. This contributes to children's learning experiences and develops their understanding of the wider world they live in. n Children are supported to develop good independence skills, including good hygiene routines. For instance, the childminder teaches children how to wash their hands before they sit to eat. She helps younger children to learn to feed

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themselves. This helps children to develop the confidence they need in managing some age-appropriate routines for themselves. n The childminder has a good understanding of children's individual interests and abilities. She monitors their progress closely and provides activities to help build on children's learning and development well overall. However, sometimes, the childminder does not plan as precisely as possible to target specific areas of

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18 November 2019 learning to help children make the best possible progress in all areas. n Parents speak very highly of the childminder. They value the good-quality care she provides and the regular updates they receive on their children's learning and development. However, the childminder does not consistently share ideas with parents of how they can support their children's learning and development at home. n Children benefit from good experiences to build on their literacy skills. The childminder has a wide range of books, to motivate children's interest in sharing their favourites stories. The childminder uses good questioning to broaden their language skills, such as when she helps children to recognise and name familiar animals. For instance, children excitedly point at the duck as they turn the pages of the book and press the button to make the duck quack. n The childminder reflects on her practice well. She includes the views of parents

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and children, to continue with supporting positive outcomes for children. Regular self-evaluation procedures are embedded in practice. For instance, the childminder has developed the organisation of resources to help promote children's independent choices. Furthermore, the childminder has reviewed opportunities to help promote younger children's sensory play and exploration. n The childminder provides an extremely warm and welcoming environment for children. She is kind and caring in her approach and places a strong focus on supporting children's personal, social and emotional development. Opportunities for children to meet and play with their peers are plentiful. This helps children to learn about their unique qualities and supports their emotional confidence effectively.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of her role and responsibilities to keep children safe. She makes good use of training to keep her safeguarding knowledge up to date. The childminder recognises the signs and indicators that a child may be at risk of harm, including from extreme behaviours or views. She has robust local safeguarding policies and procedures in place, including how to report her concerns. The childminder maintains a safe and secure environment within her home and on outings, to keep children safe.

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should:

n enhance planning even further and focus more sharply on children's next steps in their learning and development n provide parents with further guidance and ideas of how they can support their children's learning and development at home.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY547782 Local authority West Berkshire Inspection number 10126946 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 to 1 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Tilehurst, Reading. She holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3. The childminder is able to provide funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n Parents provided written feedback for the inspector, which she took account of. n The inspector observed the childminder's teaching and the impact this had on the quality of children's learning and development. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection. n The childminder talked to the inspector about the organisation of the parts of her home children use and the planning of children's activities.

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Inspection activities

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

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