Childminder in Lincolnshire

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

New children settle quickly in the childminder's care; they are happy, content and comfortable. Children demonstrate that they feel safe and secure with the childminder. They smile and vocalise confidently, even when a visitor is present. Children move freely around the childminder's home, accessing toys and activities. They return to their safe space, such as the sofa, to give their favourite toys from home a reassuring cuddle. Children's self-confidence grows as the childminder gently reassures them. She uses clear, positive language to praise them and to encourage them to try new experiences.

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The provision is good

Children have fun exploring water play. They splash the water with their hands and watch as it flies into the air, giggling excitedly as they do. They use plastic boats in the water, to scoop it and pour from a height, experiencing the feel of the water pouring on their hands. Children's language skills are enhanced during these activities as the childminder repeats appropriate words, such as splash, pour and boat. Children make clear progress from their starting points. The childminder has clear expectations of them based on her initial assessment of their capabilities and effective discussions with parents.

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need to do better?

n The childminder skilfully helps new children to settle and become confident in her care. She finds out as much information about the children's likes, dislikes and needs as she can prior to commencing caring for them. The childminder plans the children's first few weeks of activities and experiences with a focus on strengthening their emotional development. She recognises that children need to feel safe to develop and flourish in other aspects of learning. n Parents speak highly of the childminder. They provide clear written testimonials on her social media. For example, they comment on her ability to help children to settle effectively and how much their children love attending her provision. Parents spoken to at the time of the inspection share these positive comments and like the way the childminder updates them about their child's experiences and routines throughout the day. n The childminder has a clear curriculum for each child. She uses their prior

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need to do better?

knowledge and her observations to build on their learning through new and exciting experiences. n Children enjoy fresh air and outdoor learning. They visit parks and play areas to make use of large-scale physical play equipment. Children's understanding of the wider world is enhanced through a range of trips and visits to attractions such as farms, the zoo and town. The childminder uses these experiences to encourage and develop the children's use of language by talking about what they can see. n The childminder has recently returned to childminding following a period of

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need to do better?

4 May 2021 maternity leave, and after the third national lockdown in relation to COVID-19 (coronavirus). Prior to her return, she carried out a thorough review of her provision. The childminder has decided to focus on caring for a smaller number of children, to ensure that she provides her good-quality provision for them. n The childminder keeps abreast of changing policies and guidance, for example, through forums and newsletters. Her evaluation of her provision has shown that there are areas of her knowledge that she would like to further develop. For example, working with children with special educational needs and developing her practice with younger children. n Children enjoy listening to stories and singing rhymes with the childminder, especially when they travel together in the car. However, they have fewer opportunities to freely access books and other learning opportunities to enhance their literacy and communication skills.

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need to do better?

n The childminder follows the children's daily routines to ensure that their care and personal needs are met effectively.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder fully understands her responsibilities with regards to protecting and safeguarding children. She has a clear understanding of the signs and symptoms that might indicate that a child is being mistreated or abused. The childminder is aware of the potential dangers of the internet. She is confident about referring any concerns to the appropriate authority for investigation. The childminder regularly updates her safeguarding knowledge, for example, through training and by keeping abreast of changes to guidance and local authority procedures. The childminder recognises the dangers of wider safeguarding issues, such as radicalisation.

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should:

n enhance the range of opportunities and experiences to extend children's communication and literacy skills n develop existing knowledge and skills, to enhance the learning and development of children under two years of age.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY561793 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10190676 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 6 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed a sample of relevant documentation, including proof of the suitability of all adults living on the premises. n The inspector sought the views of parents. n The inspector discussed the teaching practice used during adult-led activities. n The inspector spoke to children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector held a discussion with the childminder about her curriculum and how she uses her home to deliver it.

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Inspection activities

4 May 2021 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

4 May 2021 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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