Shearing-Woods, Lorraine Isabel

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

Children have strong relationships with the childminder. They are affectionate and enjoy the cuddles and comfort she offers them. Children relish the reassurance the childminder provides, giving them the confidence to explore. They regularly come back to show her what they have found or proudly demonstrate what they can do. Children are confident to speak to visitors and enjoy each other's company. They are clearly very happy in the childminder's home. They love to sing and happily join in with familiar songs.

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The provision is good

Children are familiar with the daily routines and independently take part in them. For example, washing their hands before they eat and removing their shoes when they come in from outside. Children behave well. They share, take turns and respond to the sensitive guidance and praise provided by the childminder. These strategies are discussed with the parents to ensure they work together.

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The provision is good

Children are inquisitive and curious learners. For example, they learn that the sound wind chimes make when they hit the floor is different to the sound they make as they chime in the wind. Children experiment with these different sounds as they pretend to happily gallop around like a horse. The children have great concentration skills and engage in activities for long periods of time, changing and adapting their play.

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need to do better?

n The childminder uses every opportunity to incorporate children's interests in the resources and activities she plans. Children enjoy learning about mini-beasts. They show great knowledge and interest and use magnifying glasses to look more closely at the different features of a dragonfly. n The childminder is aware of the progress children are making. She plans experiences and activities that cover all areas of learning. However, the childminder does not always focus sharply enough on the areas of learning which will give younger children a secure base for their future development. n The childminder's very effective interactions enable children to develop their critical thinking skills. For example, she patiently gives children the time to consider their answers to a question she has asked. The childminder places an emphasis on children's developing language. She extends their learning by introducing new vocabulary through a wide range of conversational topics and

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reading books. As a result, children confidently test out new words. n Children's good health is promoted well. The childminder provides parents with information about healthy lunchbox ideas so that children benefit from nutritious food. The children understand the need to drink plenty as they help themselves to water throughout the day, especially after they have been running around.

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13 September 2021 Children enjoy being physically active. They are provided with lots of opportunities to develop their large physical skills in the well-equipped garden and during regular trips to local parks. n The childminder really involves children in decision-making. They make choices about their play and tell the childminder when they are hungry and ready for lunch. n Children are encouraged to problem-solve and test their ideas. For example, when they try to roll a flat piece of play dough down the slide, the childminder suggests they make a ball to see what happens. The children are visibly thrilled as their play dough now speeds down the slide. Children use mathematical language naturally, counting as they play. n The childminder places an emphasis on her continuous professional development. She has undertaken a wide range of courses which help her to continue to offer good care and interesting opportunities for children to

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participate in. n Parents comment on the good communication they share with the childminder. The childminder keeps parents up to date with their child's progress. In addition, when a child leaves her setting, documentation is passed on to aid smooth transitions.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands the importance of remaining up to date with child protection procedures. Her training enables her to recognise potential signs of abuse and neglect. The childminder understands her duty to report any concerns to the relevant agencies. Her policy is comprehensive and includes contact numbers. The childminder is vigilant with recording accidents. Her home is safe and secure for children as she regularly risk assesses and minimises any risk. For example, using stair gates and ensuring that sharp objects are out of children's reach.

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should:

n strengthen planning for younger children's learning to further support their progress in the essential skills needed for their future development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY558879 Local authority Suffolk Inspection number 10190303 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 10 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Beccles, Suffolk. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the 2020-21 COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together and discussed the curriculum and what it is that they want children to learn. n The childminder and the inspector carried out a joint observation together. n Parents shared their views via written testimonies.

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Inspection activities

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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