Childminder in Gloucestershire

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

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care. They develop secure and affectionate relationships with the childminder and her family. Children arrive eagerly and quickly settle into play. They have a wide range of activities and resources available to them, which they are able to choose independently. This encourages children to make their own choices about what they would like to play with. Children are confident and keen to explore the environment. Younger children eagerly crawl around and use the furniture to pull themselves up and walk.

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The provision is good

The childminder and her assistant know the children well. They use their knowledge of children's interests to support their learning further. For instance, children enjoy standing on the stool to watch the birds outside the window. The childminder uses a book with pictures of birds with sounds, to encourage the children to look and listen for the birds in the garden. Even the youngest children enjoy joining in as they eagerly point out the birds that come and go from the garden. Children behave well considering their ages. The childminder and her assistant are consistent in implementing boundaries and clear routines so that children can learn what behaviour is expected of them.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides children with opportunities to explore their local community and to build on their experiences. Children benefit from regular outings. They attend groups where they learn to socialise and mix with other children of similar ages. Children often have trips to the park and woods to do nature hunts. Children enjoy finding 'natural treasures' to explore, which they collect using their own treasure boards. n Children develop a love of books and stories. The childminder and her assistant support children's interest well and use different methods to involve children further. For instance, children go on trips to the library to choose books that they would like to borrow. The childminder uses props to help children to bring stories to life. Children enjoy exploring the different materials and using the props as they listen to the story. n The childminder recognises the importance of working closely with the children's

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need to do better?

parents. Parents are well informed about their children's progress, and the childminder works with them to develop strategies that support issues such as behaviour and eating habits. However, the childminder does not involve those who care for the children in other childcare settings, to provide a consistent approach to supporting children's development. n The childminder and her assistant observe children and accurately assess their progress. The childminder has a clear understanding of what children need to learn next to make the progress of which they are capable. Children are

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22 January 2020 confident and independent in meeting their own needs. For example, they use the toilet independently, manage their own personal hygiene, and the youngest children feed themselves using cutlery. n Overall, the childminder and her assistant engage with the children well. They play alongside children and follow their interests, asking questions and listening to what children have to say. Children are keen to explore and be involved in activities. However, due to the organisation of some activities, children lose interest and are unable to remain focused. The childminder recognises that on occasions she needs to separate the older and younger children to maximise the learning and minimise distractions for older children. n The childminder supports her assistant well. For instance, she observes her practice, talks through teaching and encourages her to take part in meetings and training to develop her knowledge.

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n The childminder and her assistant support children's early mathematical development well. For instance, they use children's interest in singing to involve children in counting using their fingers. Older children enjoy counting the toys as they play, and the assistant supports them well. She encourages and praises the children for counting, and she supports them when they struggle.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant have a good understanding of their responsibilities to keep children safe. They understand child protection procedures and attend regular training on safeguarding. The childminder and her assistant have good procedures in place and know how to recognise and report any concerns about a child's welfare. They regularly check the premises and resources that children use. The childminder and her assistant assess risks when taking children on outings, to keep children safe.

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should:

n develop partnerships with the other settings that children attend, to share information and create a shared approach to children's learning n review the organisation of some group activities to ensure that all children are engaged and not distracted easily, to develop their concentration and focus.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2498897 Local authority Gloucestershire Inspection number 10139658 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 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018. She lives in Broadwell, Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire. The childminder offers care each weekday from 7am to 5.30pm, all year round. She holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 6. The childminder works alongside an assistant.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector spoke with the childminder, her assistant and the children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including certificates, training records and children's records. She also discussed safeguarding procedures with the childminder and her assistant. n The inspector spoke to some parents and took their views into account. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and explained how she uses the different spaces for childminding. n Discussions were held with the childminder and her assistant about their understanding of the curriculum, and how they apply it in their practice. n The inspector observed the childminder, her assistant and the children to assess the quality of teaching and learning.

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Inspection activities

22 January 2020 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

22 January 2020 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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