Childminder EY286532

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 are happy and have fantastic opportunities to develop their full potential. The extremely caring nature of the childminder means they form strong relationships with her. Children are highly motivated and engaged learners. They are not afraid to try things out and they learn to persevere and problem-solve. For example, even younger children put gloves on independently. They attempt to put their fingers in the correct holes and try very hard for several minutes, determined to succeed.

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The provision is outstanding

Children's behaviour is exemplary. They know the boundaries and expectations and show kindness and respect for others and their environment. For example, children notice that the inspector did not eat lunch and give her a plate of pretend food so 'she has some too'.

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The provision is outstanding

Children's good health is promoted very effectively through routines and a strong commitment to a healthy lifestyle. For instance, the childminder uses constant gentle reminders, such as, 'Have a little drink to wash the fruit juice off your teeth'. Older children know to push the toilet door closed for privacy and say that they must put the seat down before they flush 'to stop the germs and nasties'. Younger children look proud and say, 'I can turn the tap on just right now'. Children spend long periods of time outdoors where they explore and investigate nature and enjoy lively active play during visits to local areas of interest.

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need to do better?

n This highly committed childminder uses her excellent knowledge of the early years foundation stage to provide a varied, well-organised and challenging learning environment across all areas of the curriculum. n The quality of teaching is superb. The childminder is very adept at identifying when to intervene and when to stand back, ensuring the children are supported to become confident and self-assured critical thinkers. She is constantly watching for opportunities to support and extend children's curiosity and fascinations, for example challenging them to find the best way to transport jewels across an imaginary river. n The childminder uses very regular, sharply focused observations and assessments to identify children's individual learning needs. Snapshots of significant observations are systematically captured digitally and shared with children and parents to recall what the children are learning and how this can be

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need to do better?

extended at home. Children often choose to repeat activities and develop a great sense of achievement. For instance, children demonstrate with pride how they have learned to recognise the letters in their name, and use a mirror to check their face is clean after lunch.

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need to do better?

6 February 2020 n Children's language skills are superbly supported by the childminder. She uses excellent questioning techniques to encourage children to think about what they see and hear and to prompt memory recall. For example, children hunt for the 'best mud to jump in' as they walk in a field. They identify, explore and describe the different smells and textures of the mud they find. Children are in awe of a sheet of glass they find as they discover it is a thin layer of ice from a pond. The childminder encourages them to discuss how it feels on their hand and cheek and to guess what will happen if it gets warm. n The childminder takes every opportunity throughout the day to promote mathematical and literacy skills. For instance, without any prompt, children notice numerals on lampposts, look out for familiar letters in road signs and create shapes with the flannels they wash their face with after snack. The

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childminder expertly adapts her language and questioning so that each child's ability and knowledge are extended according to their stages of development. n The childminder has a passionate desire to strive for continuous improvement and displays outstanding levels of commitment and enthusiasm. Children are highly valued as unique individuals and they are fully included and involved in all aspects of the provision. This helps to ensure children develop the necessary skills they need to be ready for school. Parents are overjoyed with the valuable support given to them and their children. n The childminder seeks innovative and creative ways to extend her knowledge and skills. Through excellent training and focused self-evaluation of her practice, she creates new, exciting and innovative experiences that benefit children's needs and development. For example, she has recently targeted her training to help support children's digital competency, to benefit outcomes in all areas of

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has an in-depth knowledge of child protection issues and local procedures to fully promote children's welfare. She keeps up to date with wider safeguarding children guidance and legislation. The childminder provides an excellent level of supervision, which protects children, alongside helping them to develop confidence and responsible behaviour on outings. For instance, they vigilantly follow the childminder's strict rules for road safety and when travelling by car. Children are actively involved in learning to recognise and manage potential risks.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY286532 Local authority Gloucestershire Inspection number 10125558 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 6 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection 12 November 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Tuffley, Gloucester. She operates Monday to Thursday from 8am to 5.45pm and on Friday from 8am to 9am, throughout the year. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3. She receives funding for the provision of free early education for children aged two, three and four years.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector had a tour of the setting with the childminder and discussed activities and how the curriculum is organised. n The inspector observed the childminder playing with the children during a range of activities, including a local outing, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector spoke to a parent and took account of the views of parents expressed in written responses. n The inspector discussed the childminder's policies, looked at children's records and checked evidence of the childminder's suitability. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

6 February 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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6 February 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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