Childminder in Devon

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 thrive in the childminder's care. They are extremely settled and have strong attachments to her. The childminder knows children and their families exceptionally well. She prioritises children's emotional well-being and fully caters for their individual routines and care needs. Consequently, children are very happy and clearly feel safe and at home with her. The childminder has high expectations of children and they behave remarkably well for their age.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder's passion for working with young children shines through. She has an excellent knowledge of how children learn. She uses this to expertly weave learning into children's play, particularly early mathematics. Children benefit from the childminder's focus on outdoor learning. She is keen to ensure children experience the awe and wonder of the natural world around them. For example, children wait silently as they listen carefully to baby birds in a nest.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder provides a highly stimulating and nurturing environment in which children flourish. Children have a dedicated playroom and are eager to explore and lead their own play and learning. The childminder offers a superb balance of adult- led activities that spark children's curiosity. For example, children delight in following instructions to prepare and plant sunflower seeds.

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need to do better?

n The childminder's ambition and motivation to provide the highest quality care and education is exemplary. She is committed to her own professional development and continually strives to improve her practice. n The childminder plans her curriculum outstandingly well to support children's development in all seven areas of learning. She expertly adapts teaching to meet children's individual and changing needs. Her meticulous tracking ensures that all children excel and make the best possible progress. n Children's early communication and language skills are supported superbly. The childminder engages children in high-quality interactions, using lots of back-and- forth conversation. Children learn a wide range of new vocabulary. The childminder carefully explains new words to support children's understanding. For example, she introduces 'investigating' and 'magnifying' when looking at flower petals in ice. The childminder sensitively repeats words back to children

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as they attempt to say them, so that they hear the correct pronunciation. n Children's behaviour is exceptional. The childminder has clear expectations that she communicates effectively to children. They know what is expected of them and demonstrate polite manners. The childminder gently reminds children to take turns driving the ride-on cars and encourages them to swap after two minutes. Children respect this and independently swap cars with their peers.

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26 May 2022 n Children benefit from well-established daily routines. They learn about the importance of good hygiene and take ownership of their own self-care. The childminder supports children's independence fabulously as they carefully use safety knives to prepare their own snack. She uses routines as opportunities to teach children about healthy eating and sustainability. For example, they learn about life cycles of plants and food chains. n The childminder helps children to develop an understanding of different families and communities from a young age. She encourages children to talk about their own family and what makes them unique. The childminder skilfully plans regular trips for children to support their learning further, such as to the beach, woods and shops. Children delight in recalling their train ride to a museum. n Partnerships with parents are excellent. The childminder has fostered wonderful

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relationships with families, and parents recognise the positive impact she has on their children's lives. Parents share how thrilled they are to see the 'joy and love' the childminder has for her job. They highly value her expertise and the advice and support she provides, such as with children's sleep and eating habits. n The childminder has established positive partnerships with other settings. She works closely with them to support children to settle in. The childminder ensures children are confident and well prepared for the next stage in their learning. Consequently, all children make exceptional progress and are self-assured at every stage of their development.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder prioritises children's safety and well-being. She has extensive knowledge of how to keep children safe. She is confident with recognising the signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. The childminder knows the procedures to follow if she has concerns about children's welfare. She is proactive in finding and attending a wide range of training to ensure she is up to date with safeguarding issues. She understands what to do if an allegation is made against her. Robust risk assessments are in place and the childminder ensures children are familiar with emergency procedures.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY361222 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10125641 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 4 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 25 February 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Bideford, North Devon. The provision is open Tuesday to Friday, from 8am until 6.30pm, all year round. She is eligible to provide free early education funding for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 spoke to the inspector about her curriculum and intentions for children's learning. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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