Childminder in Wiltshire

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children thrive because they feel loved and are well cared for by this deeply caring and attentive childminder. From the minute they arrive, they appear thoroughly at home. They put their little named doll in the wooden house, quickly put away shoes, hang up their coat, and are ready to play. They become absorbed in enjoyable and varied activities, that give them plenty to talk about. For example, they have great fun packing pretend lunch boxes as the childminder gently prepares them for starting school. They play together harmoniously and are helpful to younger children who may not have the same skills, such as showing them how to use a glue stick.

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The provision is good

Children develop a real love of books. They listen attentively and join in enthusiastically with a favourite story. The childminder reads to them every day, being sure to make it an enjoyable activity. Children learn the meaning of unfamiliar words, such as 'imitate'. The childminder links activities so that children deepen their understanding and practise using the words they have learned. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, the childminder has noticed that children are less confident and less independent. Some children's speech development has slowed. She has focused on supporting these areas and has helped children successfully to catch up.

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need to do better?

n The childminder continually develops her practice. For example, when venues were closed due to COVID-19 restrictions, she completed training on outdoor play, to increase her knowledge of how to help children enjoy and learn in the outdoor environment. She also learned about creating a cosy welcoming home for children, which has helped build children's confidence and sense of belonging. n The childminder keeps a close eye on children's development. She quickly spots children at risk of falling behind and works with parents to help children catch up. For example, children borrow books to share at home and develop their interest in books further. The childminder knows how to secure additional help if needed. She has high expectations for every child and plans precisely what children need to learn next, so they consolidate their learning and make good progress. n Children become highly independent and take enormous satisfaction in doing

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things for themselves. For example, they manage the difficult job of putting on splash suits and coats. Children celebrate not just their own but friends' achievements as well. For example, when one child makes a sandwich, another comments, 'look, she's done it all herself' and that child responds, 'I'm a super star!' Children have high self-esteem and are extremely resilient. For instance, a

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29 November 2021 child climbs to the top of the scrambling net and proudly calls out, 'I can do anything'. n Children learn to recognise risks and keep themselves safe. For example, they know what to do if there is a fire, and how to call 999 to get help in an emergency. The childminder arranges visits with various emergency services personnel, which gives children a deeper understanding of people who help us. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She is clear and consistent so that children quickly learn what is expected. She teaches them strategies, such as breathing exercises, to calm down when they are feeling angry or frustrated. They learn to ask for what they want, for example saying, 'when you've finished, may I play with it?' Parents comment that their child is 'kind, gentle and calm' due to the childminder's reassurance. n Children practise counting and sorting, and use their growing skills, such as

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when they weigh ingredients to make dough. The childminder does not, however, provide children with frequent and diverse experiences to help them gain a deeper understanding of numbers and other mathematical concepts. n Children learn a great deal about their local community and the wider world. They share photos and talk about their own families. They commemorate events such as Remembrance Day by taking a bus into town to join the two-minute silence. They celebrate festivals from different faiths and watch videos from different countries. They use the internet to find out more about their interests, such as penguins, which link to a favourite story. They are learning to value differences.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a very clear understanding of her role to help keep children safe. She knows what to do if she has concerns and works closely with other agencies to protect children's welfare. She regularly updates her knowledge by completing safeguarding training and researching broader issues, such as the impact on children of domestic violence. She subscribes to a weekly newsletter from a children's organisation to give her a deeper insight into child protection. The childminder teaches children to respect their own and each other's bodies and views. She makes sure they have the confidence and words to say when they do not like something.

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should:

n provide frequent and varied opportunities to enable children to gain a deep understanding of numbers and other mathematical concepts.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY557284 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 10175247 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 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018. She lives in Tidworth, in Wiltshire. The childminder provides care from 7.30am until 5.30pm on Monday to Thursday, and from 7.30am until 4.30pm on Friday. She works during term time only. The childminder receives funding to provide free early education for children aged three and four years. She holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector the parts of her home she uses for childcare. She explained how she organises her space and plans her curriculum to support all areas of individual children's learning. n The inspector observed the children playing and the childminder's interactions with them. She accompanied them on a walk to the play park. The inspector assessed the quality of teaching and its impact on children's learning. She observed care routines and how well they support children's well-being. n The inspector sampled relevant documents, such as children's records, evidence of the suitability of adults in the household, and training and qualifications.

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n The inspector took account of parents' views from testimonials they had written for her.

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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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