Childminder in Suffolk

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 very confident towards visitors in the childminder's home. They introduce themselves and politely say 'hello'. They have a strong bond with the childminder and are very settled in her home. The children busily choose which resources they want to play with and focus for long periods of time. Resources are stored in low-level baskets and shelves so that children can actively help themselves. Children concentrate, are curious and ask lots of questions.

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The provision is good

Children enjoy role play as they make dinner in the mud kitchen outside. Younger children enjoy playing with the toy babies. They practise how to care for them as they cuddle and push them in a pram. Children show their excitement when they hide under the parachute and play hide and seek. They delight when they find the person they are hunting for.

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The provision is good

Children are very familiar with the daily routines of the day and they readily take part. They know they need shoes and a coat to go outside. The older children can dress themselves and are very independent. They like to help. At snack time, they take it in turns to cut the fruit and distribute the food to younger children. Children are polite and say 'please' and 'thank you'.

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need to do better?

n The childminder creates versatile resources to aid children's growing vocabulary and recognise simple letter sounds. She adapts activities to suit children's needs and engage them in meaningful conversations which extends their learning. n Children demonstrate their understanding that words have meaning. For example, during a scooter race, children ask the childminder to chalk 'start' and 'end' on the floor, so they know where to begin and where to finish. The childminder skilfully role models pronunciation of letter sounds in the words, so that children copy correctly. n Books are very popular. All children listen intently when the childminder reads a familiar story, waiting for their favourite page. Children like to jump ahead and talk about what is going to happen next. The childminder often uses books as a base for learning to introduce new words and themes, as well as incorporating children's interests.

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need to do better?

n In the main, the childminder plans a curriculum that focuses well on children's individual learning needs. However, there is scope to enhance the curriculum to help all children to strengthen their ability to regulate their behaviour, share and take turns. n The childminder encourages children to use maths in everyday contexts. Children particularly like the clock, which is at their level. They proudly point as they recognise numbers on it. Children independently count in their play. They

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need to do better?

15 November 2021 use words, such as 'big' and 'small' to describe objects. The childminder seizes opportunities to help children solve simple problems. For example, when there are two buckets for three children. The childminder asks the children to find another container that can be filled with water. When a child chooses a funnel, the childminder asks them to predict what would happen if they pour water into it. To explain, the childminder demonstrates what happens. The children marvel as the water spills out on the floor. n The childminder promotes healthy lifestyles through the provision of healthy foods and drinks. She creates many opportunities for children to practise their physical skills through daily walks and visits to the local park. In addition to this, the childminder also has a wide range of resources in the garden. These include resources for activities, such as chalking on the wall and digging in the mud.

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need to do better?

n Children are learning to be hygienic as they wash their hands prior to eating and independently find a tissue to blow their nose. n The childminder creates good relationships with parents and readily shares information with them. For example, parents appreciate reading their child's daily diary and seeing photos of the activities they are involved in. Parents comment about how happy their children are at the setting, including how well the childminder inspires their love of books and reading. n The childminder prioritises continuous professional development. She accesses a range of courses that enable her to better understand children's needs. The childminder's recent training has a focus on children's well-being. On occasion, the childminder works with assistants. She ensures her assistants maintain essential training, such as first aid and child protection.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of child protection. She knows how to identify if a child is at risk of harm. The childminder can recognise the signs that may indicate a concern about children's welfare, including abuse and extremism. The childminder is confident with which agencies to report any concerns to, as she has completed the relevant training. The childminder ensures that risks have been minimised. For example, there is a stairgate into the dining room to prevent access to the kitchen and a lock on the garden gate.

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should:

n refine the planning of the curriculum so that it consistently focuses on areas of learning that enable children to build firmer foundations for their future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2528176 Local authority Suffolk Inspection number 10208360 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 2019 and lives in Felixstowe. She operates all year round, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 6 and early years professional status. The childminder occasionally works with assistants.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The provider and the inspector carried out a joint observation together. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector via written testimonials. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of documentation.

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Inspection activities

15 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

15 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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