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 are relaxed and at home in the childminder's care. They enjoy singing familiar songs and explore the sounds made by different musical instruments. Babies move their bodies to the rhythm of songs sung by the childminder and lean forward to bang a stick on a wooden drum. The environment supports children's physical development. Babies pull themselves up on low-level furniture and hold onto this to steady their balance as they move around the room. They sit comfortably on the floor as they investigate a good range of resources. Children are eager to take part in all activities the childminder plans. They enjoy playing outside in the childminder's spacious garden. Young children carefully use a spade to scoop sand into different shaped moulds. They use their imagination as they pretend to mow the lawn. Babies hold onto the childminder's hands as they learn to walk and stretch their legs to kick a ball.

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The provision is good

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the childminder has made some adaptations to practice. She has introduced doorstep drop offs and collections to minimise close contact with children's families. The childminder recognises that children have had limited opportunities to play with larger groups of children and, therefore, plans experiences to counteract this. For example, she regularly meets with other childminders and their minded children. They visit the library and local toddler groups. This supports children's social skills and confidence in a wider group.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides a broad and balanced curriculum, which links to children's individual interests and stage of development. Children display a positive attitude towards learning and are keen to take part in the range of activities on offer. The childminder carefully monitors children's progress and offers them differing levels of challenge to make sure they continually build on what they know and can do. Children make good progress. n The childminder prioritises children's communication and language development. She talks to children about what they are doing as they play and asks them questions to help develop their understanding. During tidy-up time, the childminder introduces the names of instruments and gives clear instructions of where to put them. For example, she asks children to put the 'clicking castanets' in the bag and pass the puzzle piece to their friend. n The childminder is kind and respectful and encourages these behaviours in

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children. She has high expectations for children's behaviour and teaches children rules and boundaries from a young age. Children are familiar with the routines within the setting and display high levels of concentration. For example, at story time, children listen attentively as the childminder reads aloud to them. They take turns to lift the flaps and turn the pages within the book. n The childminder encourages children's independence throughout the day. At

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30 November 2021 snack time, children peel pieces of skin from their banana and confidently count how many they have. Babies learn to use cutlery as they try to feed themselves. Older children persevere and are proud as they try to put on their coat and shoes to play outside. n Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder shares regular feedback about children's learning during their time in her care and seeks information about their progress at home. Parents are highly complimentary about the childminder. They comment on her 'exemplary manner' and 'unparalleled kindness'. Parents state they 'could not wish for anything more'. n Children are extremely content and have secure attachments with the childminder. They display a strong sense of self as the childminder engages in conversations about them and their family. The childminder is yet to consistently provide a wide enough range of experiences to develop children's understanding

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and appreciation for cultures and beliefs different from their own. n The childminder teaches children about the importance of a healthy and balanced diet. She provides them with a range of fresh fruit and vegetables at mealtimes. In general, good daily hygiene routines are in place at the setting. However, on occasions, the childminder does not remind children to wash their hands before eating their snack. n The childminder is reflective and has plans in place to further develop her knowledge of teaching methods to enhance children's learning and development. She regularly meets with childminders in the local area to share ideas and best practice.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder keeps her safeguarding knowledge up to date. She supervises children well and understands her responsibility to keep children safe from harm. The childminder is aware of the signs that may indicate a child is at risk. She has a clear understanding of the procedures to follow and the professionals to inform, should she have concerns about a child's welfare. She completes daily safety checks on her home and garden to reduce hazards and ensure children play in a safe environment.

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should:

n support children to develop an even better understanding and appreciation for cultures and beliefs different from their own n provide children with more consistent opportunities to develop their awareness of good hygiene routines.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2535740 Local authority Gloucestershire Inspection number 10208573 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 7 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in June 2019. She lives in Highnam, Gloucestershire. The childminder offers care from 7.45am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, term time only.

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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 childminder showed the inspector the premises and the areas used for childminding. The childminder discussed her intentions for children's learning and the curriculum she offers. n The inspector observed the childminder's interactions with children, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The inspector took account of parents' views through written documentation. n The inspector looked at required documentation, including evidence of suitability of those living in the household.

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Inspection activities

30 November 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

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