Childminder in Devon

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

Children form positive bonds with the friendly and approachable childminder. She knows them well and supports their emotional well-being effectively. The childminder takes time to get to know the children before they start, for example through home visits or walks, so children feel comfortable and secure. Children build strong friendships with their peers. For example, they leave each other messages in the playhouse to keep in touch when they do not see them in the week. Children behave well and show respect for each other. Older children learn to recognise and label emotions, which helps them to recognise that some actions and words can hurt others' feelings.

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The provision is good

Children confidently make choices about their play, selecting from a wide range of resources in a nurturing and inviting environment. The childminder has high expectations for all children, working closely with parents to ensure their individual needs are met. In particular, the childminder worked closely with families to support them through absences during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. She provided families with activities and resources, read stories and shared videos the children had created, to maintain relationships and to continue engaging children in their learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder uses her knowledge of children effectively. She plans purposeful activities, which build on children's interests and what they know and can do. Older children are confident communicators. For example, they clearly explain how they are mixing the soil and water together in their imaginative play. They concentrate well and think about how to make the watering can flow more quickly. They test their ideas well and show pride in their achievements. n The childminder monitors children's progress effectively, in particular younger children's communication and language skills. She has good understanding of how to identify any potential gaps in learning, adapting activities to help children progress. She works closely with parents, helping them to access support when required. n Children enthusiastically choose favourite books for the childminder to read. Overall, the childminder encourages children's engagement and develops their

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early reading skills well. For example, she encourages older children to finish rhyming sentences and introduces new vocabulary to younger children when they point to objects. The childminder supports children's ideas well, for example visiting the local library so that children can choose books related to their current hospital theme. n Children enjoy regular song times. They decide which songs to sing and which instruments to play. They listen well to instructions, for example when to stop

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1 July 2021 playing their instruments and when to sing quietly. However, the childminder does not always ensure older children are fully challenged in these mixed-age- group activities to progress the learning. n The childminder has a strong focus on her professional development to support children's learning and well-being. She uses research, training and professional conversations to improve her practice. For example, she demonstrates good understanding of recent training on how young children's brains develop to plan exciting activities that motivate children's learning. n Care practices are effective. Children wash their hands when they arrive at the setting, after playing outside and before eating to help prevent the spread of germs. Children eat healthily. The childminder supports children well, talking to them about their 'healthy rainbow' of food they have eaten during the day. She shares food diaries with parents and listens to their views, for example sharing a

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weekly menu so that parents can plan their families' meals. n Children have good self-esteem. Older children relish the responsibility of getting the plates out of the cupboard and counting them so that each child has their own. Children gain good independence. They keenly peel their own satsuma, showing good concentration and perseverance. On occasion, the childminder does not encourage older children to think about how to manage their personal needs fully. For example, she is quick to remind children to take their socks off in the sandpit and roll their trousers up so that they do not get wet rather than encouraging them to think about what they are doing.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has good knowledge and understanding of how to protect children. She is alert to the possible signs and/or symptoms which may identify that children are at risk of harm. She understands the reporting procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child's welfare. This includes wider safeguarding issues, such as county lines and domestic violence. The childminder implements policies and procedures well to protect children. She ensures children are collected by known and authorised adults and monitors absences effectively. The childminder uses detailed risk assessments to ensure the premises are safe and secure.

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should:

n develop further group activities to enable all children to be fully engaged in their learning n increase opportunities for older children to manage their personal needs, and to think about what they are doing and the possible consequences.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY475436 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10075770 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 8 Date of previous inspection 9 February 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Crediton, Devon. The childminding service operates Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 5.30pm, all year round. 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 This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together to discuss how she organises her setting and plans for children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder. n Children spoke to the inspector, and the parents contributed written testimonials. n The inspector observed the childminder's interactions with children and her care practices. n The inspector viewed required documentation.

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Inspection activities

1 July 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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1 July 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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