Foran, Chloe

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

Young children are clearly happy and safe in this welcoming environment. They are confident to explore the toys and resources and spend long periods of time engrossed in activities of their choosing. For example, children go to the book rack and select the books they wish to look at, hold them, look at the pictures and return them, knowing they need to look after them. The childminder focuses on building children's confidence so that they are keen to experiment with new activities and to 'have a go'. She knows what activities children have at home and ensures they experience a range of new opportunities, such as making music and story time. Children develop the skills they need for their next stage in learning.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations of the children and helps them to learn the rules and boundaries from a young age. For example, she helps them to understand that they must not climb on the furniture as they may hurt themselves and that they need to treat the resources with respect. Children demonstrate that they have formed strong attachments with the childminder, who they readily approach for comfort and to request activities. The childminder responds quickly when they communicate their wants and needs and this builds on their self- esteem. For example, when children choose the dressing-up clothes, she helps them to try on the costumes and tells them how beautiful they look.

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need to do better?

n Children have regular opportunities to find out about their local community and have fresh air and exercise. For example, they visit local groups to socialise with others and experience different physical equipment and visit the woods for nature trails and bug hunts. They learn about the wider world, such as by looking at pictures of saris, when the costume they choose to dress up in reminds the childminder of one she saw at a wedding. n The childminder reflects on her practice and has made improvements following training. For example, she has made 'magic boxes' for the children that contain a variety of resources, and this has encouraged them to explore a broader range of toys and equipment. n The childminder monitors children's progress carefully and knows what they need to learn next. She plans activities that children show interest in and that help them to move forward in their learning. Children make good progress in

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need to do better?

their learning and development. n The childminder interacts well with young children and promotes their communication and language development well overall. She reinforces simple words and repeats words correctly to reinforce her understanding of their language. She checks their understanding, such as by asking them to do simple tasks, including putting a toy in the box or fetching the changing mat. Although

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need to do better?

26 February 2020 the childminder has learned alternative techniques to support young children's communication even further, she does not routinely implement them. n The childminder knows young children extremely well and helps them to develop a positive sense of self. For example, she talks to them about their families and pets, and encourages them to look at their reflections and begin to learn about their facial expressions and emotions. n Partnerships with parents are positive. Written feedback shows that parents are very happy with the care their children receive. They know their children are safe and are very happy with how their children are progressing, particularly in their social development and their confidence. The childminder shares lots of information with parents, which enables them to work together to support the children's needs. n Children have plenty of opportunities to sing, move to music, dress up and

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engage in role play. Occasionally, opportunities for children to be creative are too adult-directed and do not allow children to use their imaginations fully. n Young children show they are forming good relationships with one another. For example, they put their arm around each other's shoulders for a cuddle and to check they are alright. The childminder helps them to share and take turns and play together cooperatively. Children's behaviour is good.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has kept up to date with safeguarding training and through another role has acquired knowledge of case studies that have changed legislation. She is very aware of child protection and wider safeguarding issues and knows the procedures to follow if she is concerned about a child's welfare. The childminder promotes e-safety and checks children's attendance. She ensures her premises are safe for children to play and explore.

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should:

n make the most of all opportunities to reinforce young children's communication skills even further n enhance opportunities for children to use their imaginations when creating their own artwork.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY455651 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 10066903 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 1 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 11 May 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Bulford, Wiltshire. She operates her service during term time and some school holidays from 7.30am until 5pm, Monday to Thursday.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the property used for childminding and discussed the childminder's curriculum with her. She spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector observed the childminder interacting with the children and assessed the impact on their learning. n The childminder made a selection of documents available for the inspector to view, including training certificates and children's records. n The inspector read written feedback from parents and took account of their views. n The childminder evaluated an activity that the inspector observed her carry out with the children.

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Inspection activities

26 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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Inspection activities

26 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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