Childminder in Buckinghamshire

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 clearly enjoy the time they spend with the caring and nurturing childminder. They are confident and approach her for cuddles and to share their favourite stories on her knee. Children are polite and well behaved. They benefit from a childminder who knows how to support their emotional well-being effectively. Children freely access a good range of resources that the childminder provides in her welcoming learning environment. They understand her expectations and are developing the skills of tidying away when they have finished playing. Children benefit from plenty of warm praise and encouragement from the childminder. She supports their self-confidence and self-esteem well. Children are learning to manage their feelings and emotions with support from the childminder. She is a calm role model who encourages children's positive behaviour.

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The provision is good

All children have regular opportunities to read stories and sing nursery rhymes. The childminder supports children's mathematical development. Children have fun counting and they recognise numbers and shapes. They have good opportunities to be imaginative. Children freely express themselves in a wide range of role-play activities. For example, they show their increasing imaginations as they pretend to make cups of tea, change nappies and care for their 'babies'.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows the children well. She gathers detailed information when they first start and builds on what they know and can do. The childminder plans a broad curriculum which extends children's interests and provides challenge. She observes their progress and identifies any possible gaps in their learning, which are addressed quickly. The childminder shares next steps with parents, along with ideas to continue learning at home. n Overall, the childminder promotes children's communication skills well. She talks to them in an engaging and gentle manner. The childminder gives children lots of eye contact and frequent smiles. However, she does not consistently deepen their learning to embed new vocabulary and build fully on their language skills. For example, the childminder sometimes answers questions that she has asked, without giving children time to respond and use new words. n Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents leave positive feedback and

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appreciate the reassurance and support given by the childminder. They specifically comment on the support offered following the COVID-19 pandemic, especially in supporting anxious parents and children in her setting. Parents comment that their children really enjoy their time with the childminder and look forward to attending. n The childminder has a wide variety of books and uses these effectively to support children's early literacy skills. Young children excitedly lift flaps to see

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25 February 2022 what is hiding underneath and keenly listen to their favourite stories. n Children show good levels of independence for their age. For example, young children sit in low-level furniture to feed themselves and use age-appropriate cups. Toddlers know how to find their coats and shoes and attempt to put them on themselves, ahead of going outside. Children are becoming independent and responsible individuals. n The childminder reflects on her practice and identifies areas for development. She completes all statutory training and some online webinars. However, she has not yet fully implemented a carefully targeted programme of professional development for her and her assistant. The childminder recognises there is scope to monitor practice, to further raise the quality of teaching to an even higher level. n Children benefit from opportunities to play and learn outdoors. They learn to pedal tricycles, rock and balance on the see-saw, and climb and run in the open

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spaces. Children have many chances to practise their physical skills. n The childminder helps children learn about the wider world. She teaches them about different cultural celebrations, for example, and takes them out into the local community. Children have the opportunity to meet different people and see different places.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a clear understanding of her role in protecting children who may be at risk of harm. The childminder and her assistant are alert to possible indicators of when a child may need help, and know the relevant agencies to contact for guidance. The childminder attends child protection training and is aware of the correct procedure to take should there be an concern about a child's welfare. She ensures her assistant's knowledge remains up to date. The childminder and her assistant know who to contact if they believe a child may be in an environment where extreme views are being shared.

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should:

n extend children's language skills further, for example by ensuring that children have time to reflect and answer questions n enhance ongoing training opportunities to raise the quality of education to a higher level.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2547894 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 10215625 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 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019 and lives in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. She operates Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder is in receipt of funding for the provision of free early education to children aged three years. On occasions, she works with an assistant. The childminder holds an appropriate early years 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 childminder and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the setting. n The inspector had a learning walk with the childminder through all areas of the premises used by the children. n Parents shared their views through written feedback. The inspector took account of these views. n The childminder and the inspector carried out a joint evaluation of an activity. n Discussions were had with the childminder, her assistant and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector looked at a sample of the childminder's documentation. This included evidence of the suitability of those living in the household, qualifications, first-aid certificates and policies and procedures.

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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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