Childminder in Gloucestershire

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 warm and secure attachments with the childminder. They enjoy spending time together and show that they are happy, safe and settled. The childminder is calm and nurturing towards the children. She positively promotes their sense of belonging and emotional well-being. Children learn about each other's differences from an early age and thrive in the inclusive environment the childminder provides. They listen and respond well to the childminder's gentle guidance and instruction, and learn to help with tasks, such as tidying up. Children make choices in their play and engage fully in the broad range of stimulating and challenging experiences. The childminder creates a relaxed atmosphere where each child is valued and supported. Children are enthusiastic and motivated to learn. For example, they choose to play with instruments and enjoy banging the drums as they develop their love for music. The childminder supports children by adding

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The provision is good

songs and rhymes to the noise to extend their speech and communication skills. She uses praise and highlights children's achievements, which raises their self- esteem. Children's enjoyment of books and subsequent literacy skills are woven throughout the activities. Younger children choose books and enjoy turning the pages and exploring the pictures. Children are learning the skills needed to prepare them for their future learning. The childminder remained open during the COVID- 19 pandemic and has carefully considered the impact of the pandemic on the children's development. She plans lots of outside activities for the children in her care. She makes good use of resources to help children develop their physical and social skills.

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need to do better?

n The childminder collaborates effectively with other professionals and outside agencies, such as nurseries, teachers and the social care team. She listens carefully to information provided by professionals and uses this information to positively impact on children's learning. n The childminder takes time to get to know the children and their families. For example, she gathers information from parents to help her identify the needs of the child. The childminder uses this information to help her understand the child's starting points and to plan for their next steps in learning. Children settle well, make good progress in their learning and form strong bonds with her. n The support children receive in their personal development is good. The childminder teaches children to be kind and gentle, and to share and take turns. Young children show positive and caring attitudes in their play. n Children happily lead their own learning. This helps to support their

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independence. They create imaginary games, such as making tea and cake for the childminder and the inspector. Children easily access their favourite toys from the wide range available.

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need to do better?

9 November 2021 n The childminder reflects on her practice and demonstrates her commitment to continuous improvement. However, although the childminder has identified areas for improvement, she has not yet implemented plans for professional development, to strengthen current good knowledge and enhance future practice for children's care and learning. n Children learn to keep themselves healthy. The childminder encourages hygiene practices as part of their daily routines, such as washing hands before they eat. She talks to them about healthy food choices at mealtimes. This helps to support children's understanding and awareness of healthy eating. n The childminder supports children's language development well. For instance, when children mispronounce words, she repeats them correctly. The childminder also extends children's vocabulary and provides commentary when they are playing. However, she misses opportunities to use mathematical language in

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play to support their early mathematical skills. n Parents are particularly complimentary about the emotional support the childminder provides for their children. She keeps parents well informed about their children's learning and care. n Children benefit from the well-planned and organised environment. The childminder observes them and uses the information to plan the curriculum. She builds on children's existing skills and interests, and outlines what they need to learn next. The childminder recaps on children's previous learning, which supports their confidence and self-worth. She completes progress checks between the ages of two and three years and uses assessments to ensure any gaps in learning are addressed quickly. All children make good progress from their starting points.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a suitable knowledge of her safeguarding responsibilities. She is aware of signs of abuse and knows the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder supervises children carefully. She checks her home daily to ensure it is safe. Children learn how to identify and manage risks to keep themselves and others safe. For example, younger children know to help tidy away toys, so they do not trip over them.

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should:

n implement plans for professional development, to strengthen current good knowledge and enhance future practice for children's care and learning n extend and support children's mathematical language and skills further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY556799 Local authority Gloucestershire Inspection number 10175093 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 Dowington, Gloucestershire. Her core hours of work are Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 5pm, all year round.The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 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 observed interactions between the childminder and the children indoors and outdoors to assess the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at a sample of the childminder's documents. This included evidence of suitability and training. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through feedback sheets available on the day. n The inspector and the childminder completed a learning walk across all areas of the setting to understand how the early years provision and the curriculum are organised.

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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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9 November 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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