Childminder 104815

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

The childminder provides a relaxed, enjoyable and homely environment were children feel emotionally safe and secure. The well-organised environment supports the needs and interests of children of different ages. Children are happy and confident; they show a strong sense of belonging. For example, children are encouraged to choose resources and are motivated to move around the available space making good choices in their play. Examples of their work are prominently displayed. Children behave well and use good manners. The childminder models good behaviour and has high expectations for children. She offers continual praise and encouragement throughout the day, which helps raise their self-esteem.

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The provision is good

The childminder works closely with parents to meet children's care needs and offers advice and support around developmental stages such as toilet training. She recognises the importance of children becoming more independent with their self- help skills before starting nursery or school.

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The provision is good

The childminder interacts skillfully with children to support their good communication and language skills. For instance, she talks to them throughout the day and provides an ongoing commentary alongside their play. The childminder provides opportunities to listen to stories and sing songs.

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need to do better?

n Children behave extremely well. The childminder encourages them to be kind to each other and share resources. For example, she talks to children about good behaviour and the impact their behaviour has on others. Therefore, they are beginning to show care and empathy for others. n The childminder encourages children to be independent and involves them in making decisions about the activities they would like to take part in. For example, she asks the children if they would like to make special binoculars to search for Santa. She encourages them to make choices about the colours of paint they would like to use, and respects their choices and ideas. n Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder engages in open two-way communication and works collaboratively with parents. For example, the chat and play sessions work well to engage parents and provide them with information about their children's progress and learning. Parents comment on

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need to do better?

the childminder's positive approach to work. They describe her as welcoming and caring. Parents feel that the childminder has helped their children to progress in their development, particularly with their speech and social skills. n The childminder supports children to develop their early mathematical skills by providing opportunities for them to learn to count in their everyday routines and activities. For example, she skilfully uses children's interest in dinosaurs to

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28 November 2019 explore the concept of size and encourages them to count the dinosaurs, pointing to each one. n The childminder promotes health and well-being effectively, and teaches the children about the importance of good hygiene routines. For instance, children are encouraged to wash their hands regularly and to cover their mouths when coughing to help prevent germs spreading. n Children benefit from a broad curriculum. The childminder knows them well. She understands what children like to play with and uses these interests effectively to plan activities to support their learning. However, the childminder does not fully develop children's awareness of diversity and culture in the wider world, to help them learn to respect and value others. n The childminder uses the settling-in process to gain understanding of children routines and interests. However, she does not always find out information from

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parents about children's initial starting points and capabilities.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a secure knowledge of the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. She knows how to make a referral to the Local Safeguarding Children Board. The childminder ensures her knowledge is up to date by attending regular safeguarding training and maintains her first-aid qualification. Her home is safe and secure, and she encourages children to assess risks themselves within the home. She implements effective policies and procedures to keep children safe.

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should:

n gather more detailed information from parents when children start, to build on what children already know and can do in order to inform starting points in learning n provide further opportunities to help children value their backgrounds, and learn about other cultures and communities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 104815 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10062585 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 6 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection 20 June 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1991 and lives in Fremington, Devon. She operates Monday to Friday from 7.15am to 6pm, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed the quality of teaching with the childminder through a joint observation. n The inspector sampled a variety of documentation, including the childminder's first-aid certificate, risk assessments, policies and procedures, and checked evidence of the childminder's suitability. n The inspector looked at all areas of the home used for childminding. n The inspector took account of parents' views through written feedback. n Children's learning and development records were sampled, and the inspector tracked the progress of a children present at the time of inspection.

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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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