Childminder in Suffolk

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

The quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Outstanding

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The provision is outstanding

Children thoroughly enjoy their time in this exceptionally welcoming setting. They feel exceedingly settled and secure. Children demonstrate high levels of confidence, warmly welcoming the inspector at the door. They show her where to hang her coat and take her hand to lead her into the playroom. There are a wide range of toys and resources for children to choose from. They readily choose what they want to do. The childminder has high expectations of what children can achieve and works tirelessly to ensure that they have the best play and learning experiences. Children flourish, thrive and show high levels of motivation.

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The provision is outstanding

Children demonstrate significant enjoyment in their interactions with the childminder. The childminder considers their individual learning needs when planning activities. For example, during a planned activity making Christmas gifts for parents, she carefully considers what she wants children to achieve. She is careful to ensure that children enjoy the process of the activity; the end result is not the focus. The childminder chats to children as they play, significantly enhancing their communication and language skills. All children develop a strong sense of themselves. They are gently and sensitively helped to consider the needs and feelings of others.

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n Children and the childminder build exceedingly close emotional attachments. The childminder is highly responsive to children's needs. Children become fully absorbed in activities of their own choosing. They demonstrate resilience as they attempt an inset puzzle. The childminder provides lots of encouragement and support. Children keep on trying and are proud of their achievements. n The childminder gives children's well-being the highest priority. She has an excellent knowledge of their backgrounds and very quickly becomes perceptive to their needs. The childminder has a thorough knowledge of where children are in their learning and is fully aware of what they need to learn next. Children benefit from a sequential programme of learning that is based around their individual learning needs. Children develop the key skills needed for the next stage of their learning. n Children develop an exceptional sense of belonging. They confidently show the

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inspector the kitchen and the bathroom, including showing her which towel belongs to which child. Children are encouraged to be independent from a very young age. They readily wash their hands at appropriate times. The childminder sings a handwashing song with them to help them remember to wash their hands thoroughly and the length of time they should be washing them for. n The childminder gives high priority to supporting children's developing speech and communication skills. She provides a running commentary about what they

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2 December 2021 are doing and engages children skilfully. The childminder models taking turns in conversation and introduces new vocabulary. Children are encouraged to repeat words back and become confident communicators. The childminder asks questions to challenge their thinking and gives them time to consider and express their own responses. n The childminder significantly enhances children's physical development. Children are enthusiastic to play outdoors and enjoy using the wheeled toys. They are motivated to plant seeds, care for plants, and harvest vegetable crops for eating. Children explore the texture of compost and talk confidently about worms in the soil. n The childminder shows a genuine interest in the children. She is an excellent role model who is calm and gentle and treats children with positive regard. Any unwanted behaviour is managed sensitively, considering children's age and level

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of understanding. Good behaviour and individual efforts are praised. n The childminder reflects on all aspects of her setting. She is highly motivated to continue her own professional development for the benefit of the children. She is keen to explore training that will help her to continue to encourage children's natural curiosity, eagerness to explore and creativity at the highest level. n Parents appreciate the excellent levels of communication. Written testimonials from parents indicate that exceptionally friendly and trusting partnerships are built between them and the childminder. Parents describe the childminder as 'patient' and 'kind' and that they 'would be lost without her'.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder actively promotes children's safety and well-being. The childminder has an excellent understanding of the indicators of abuse and knows how to report concerns. She has all necessary contact details and referral forms readily accessible to ensure that she can report concerns in a timely way. The childminder has completed training in child protection to ensure that she is aware of local procedures and any changes in legislation. She is fully aware of wider safeguarding issues, such as 'Prevent' duty, and her responsibility to protect children and vulnerable families from being drawn into extreme behaviours.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 250714 Local authority Suffolk Inspection number 10113110 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 10 November 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1993 and lives in Felixstowe, Suffolk. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 4.

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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 childminder and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector and the childminder held a discussion to understand how the early years curriculum is organised. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this had on children's learning. n The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection. She observed an activity and jointly evaluated this with the childminder. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members and qualifications of the childminder. She also discussed the childminder's self- evaluation. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector through written testimonials.

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n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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