Childminder in Gloucestershire

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children form extremely strong attachments with the childminder and her assistants, which helps to support their emotional well-being effectively. New children settle very quickly with the caring adults. Children demonstrate that they feel extremely safe and secure in the welcoming and friendly environment. The childminder and her assistants have high expectations for the children, who behave exceptionally well. Children demonstrate that they clearly understand the rules of the home, such as hanging up their coats and bags and taking off their shoes when they come back from walks. They play alongside each other very well, sharing and taking turns, and show care for the younger children. For example, children enjoy listening to stories and taking part in games such as 'what is in the bag?', and older children even praise their younger friends for sitting nicely.

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The provision is good

Children really enjoy their time at the setting. They have a strong sense of belonging. For example, all children have their own coat peg with their picture on it. Children make good progress in their learning. They are independent learners and delight in helping with the preparation for meals and snacks, for example putting out chairs, plates and cups and serving themselves food at lunchtimes. Children interact well with the adults, who support their communication and language skills effectively. The childminder and her assistants listen to what children say and give them time to answer.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows the children well and plans a range of activities based around their interests and the next steps in their learning. She completes accurate assessments of children's progress after they have started with her. The childminder gathers basic information from parents before their children start with her, about their children's likes, dislikes and routines. However, she does not gain sufficient information from parents about what their children already know and can do at home, to help her plan activities more effectively straight away. n Children are confident and emotionally secure. They develop highly positive relationships with each other and the adults. Children are extremely well motivated to learn and enjoy the activities on offer. They have very good concentration skills. For example, children thoroughly enjoy cutting paper, colouring, and sticking different items on the shape of a child they have

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previously drawn round on a large piece of paper. The childminder and her assistants use effective praise and encouragement, which helps to promote children's confidence and self-esteem. n Children's physical development is supported very well. The childminder provides many opportunities for children to be physically active. They have a safe and

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4 March 2020 secure garden to explore, and take part in dance sessions and regular outings to a wide variety of local amenities. The childminder teaches children to take appropriate risks, so they learn how to keep themselves safe. n The childminder occasionally helps some children to count as they take part in activities, for example helping them to count when they cut fruit into pieces. However, she and her assistants miss opportunities in the everyday activities to increase all children's mathematical language and understanding further. n The childminder promotes children self-care and independence skills extremely well. Children understand why they need to wash their hands and do so confidently, such as before they eat, after wiping their noses or coughing and after using the toilet. Children recognise the importance of fresh air and exercise. They put their shoes and coats on with excitement and really enjoy

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going into the garden to take part in music and dance sessions. n The childminder has excellent partnerships with parents and carers. She regularly talks to them, shares their children's learning journal, and keeps them informed about their children's next steps in their learning. This enables them to support their children's learning further at home. Parents' comments are highly positive about the care provided by the childminder and her assistants. n The childminder strives to continue to provide good-quality childcare. She and her assistants evaluate their practice and use regular meetings to discuss improvements they could make to help maintain the high standards of care. All adults are very clear about the importance of maintaining confidentiality. The childminder regularly meets with other childminders to discuss good practice.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistants are knowledgeable about the procedures to follow should they have any concerns about a child's welfare. They are extremely confident about the signs and indicators that may alert them to any child protection concerns and the wider aspects of safeguarding. The childminder has effective systems to help her promote children's health and welfare. For example, she keeps accurate records of children's attendance, any accidents that occur and any medication that she gives to children. She also records any injuries that occur while children are at home. The childminder ensures that her own and her assistants' knowledge of first aid is up to date so they are able to respond confidently to any emergencies.

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should:

n make the most of every opportunity for children to develop their mathematical understanding even further

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should:

4 March 2020 n extend the range of information gathered from parents to help them share their knowledge of what their children already know and can do before they start, to help inform future planning of activities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY317549 Local authority Gloucestershire Inspection number 10125594 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 18 Number of children on roll 18 Date of previous inspection 12 November 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in the Tuffley area of Gloucester. She works Monday to Friday between 7am and 6pm, all year round. The childminder and one of her three assistants hold childcare qualifications at level 3. The childminder 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 and the childminder completed a learning walk of the childminder's home to understand how the early years provision and curriculum are organised. n The opportunity of a joint observation was offered to the childminder. n The inspector observed children and their interactions with the childminder and her assistants throughout the inspection. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder, her assistants and the children at appropriate times during the inspection. The inspector took into account the views of parents from information gathered by the childminder. n The inspector looked at a sample of documentation. This included evidence of the assistants' suitability and training, and the childminder's written policies and procedures.

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Inspection activities

4 March 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

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