Childminder in Windsor and Maidenhead

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

Children flourish in the childminder's care. They play happily and are incredibly confident as they eagerly explore the wonderful learning opportunities available. The childminder has high expectations of the children and places them at the heart of everything she does. All children thrive in this setting. They are very happy and safe and show extremely high levels of confidence. The childminder's practice is exemplary. She ensures that each child makes the best possible progress while in her care.

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The provision is outstanding

Children have a clear love of literacy. The childminder provides cosy areas to encourage children to develop a deep appreciation of books. They frequently share an abundance of stories, snuggling together to find out what might happen next. The childminder proficiently uses props to enhance children's emotions and language further. Furthermore, she encourages parents to extend their children's learning at home, as she provides storybooks and story bags for them to share with their children.

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The provision is outstanding

Children's behaviour is exemplary. The childminder is an excellent role model. Children thrive on the descriptive praise they receive that helps them to understand what they are doing well. Children become absorbed in what they are doing. For example, they thoroughly enjoy using the play dough to make scales for the fish in a story.

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n The childminder plans excellently for children. Her intent for children's learning works well for their interests and developmental needs. She uses her intelligent teaching to build on what children already know. For example, children recall making sparkly mirrors and talk about the differently shaped gems. n Children readily take on challenges and persist very effectively to acquire new skills. They develop their mathematics skills excellently, counting, comparing sizes and colours, talking about shapes and learning about different colour shades. For instance, the childminder places a strong focus on ensuring younger children develop their fine physical skills that will help them greatly in their future learning. Their hand-to-eye coordination progresses exceptionally well. Children persevere to open tubs or to cut with scissors. Their curiosity builds as they use tweezers to find gems hidden in the sand. Children invite the

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childminder to join in with their play, as she too searches for the gems. Children have an excellent can-do attitude and are highly motivated learners. n The childminder's teaching is skilfully insightful. This is demonstrated well when children begin to correctly match numerals to small quantities. The childminder asks them to tell her how many there are when she adds one more. Children's

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27 January 2020 answers help the childminder to pinpoint next steps for their learning precisely. The combination of her skilful enquiries and direct teaching is powerful. As a result, children begin to apply the principles of simple addition from a young age. n The childminder skilfully uses stories to help children to understand that people who appear different also have things in common. For instance, children recall what they learned about when reading 'The Wonky Donkey'. They conclude that the donkey was happier when he realised that there is something unique and special about everyone. n Children's behaviour is exemplary. With the childminder's thoughtful guidance and interaction, children develop extremely high levels of self-esteem and confidence. This has an incredibly positive impact on their overall emotional well-being. n Children enjoy a wealth of opportunities to visit different places and take part in

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activities outside of their local community. They excitedly talk about their experiences and recall what they have learned. For example, children remember their visit to the theatre to watch 'Dear Zoo'. They talk about the animals that they saw. n Partnerships with parents are firmly established and make a very strong contribution to meeting children's needs. There is a consistent two-way flow of communication, and children benefit highly from an entirely collaborative approach to their care and development. Parents are completely involved in their children's learning. n The childminder is committed and passionate about continuously improving the setting. She ensures that her professional development is ongoing and that it drives forward improvements to her already outstanding practice.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has an extensive knowledge of how to keep children safe. She has a range of procedures and knowledge from safeguarding training. She has a secure understanding of what might cause a concern and the procedures she needs to follow to keep children safe. She can clearly identify children who may be exposed to extremism or radicalisation and who to voice these concerns to. The childminder fully understands her responsibilities for dealing with allegations and knows the relevant professionals to contact. Safeguarding policies are detailed and clear. Parents sign to show they have read and understood the expectations and procedures.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 108206 Local authority Windsor and Maidenhead Inspection number 10136137 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 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 13 Date of previous inspection 10 February 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1995. She lives in Maidenhead, Berkshire. She offers care Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6.30pm. She is in receipt of funding to provide free early education for children age two, three and four. The childminder holds a qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the areas used for childminding purposes with the childminder and discussed how the early years provision and the curriculum are organised. n The inspector spoke to children and the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. n An evaluation of the activities was discussed by the inspector and the childminder. n Parents shared their views through written feedback, which the inspector took into account. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.

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Inspection activities

27 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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27 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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