Childminder in Devon

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

p.1

The provision is good

Children form secure relationships with the childminder and her assistant. They show that they feel happy as they confidently say goodbye to their parents at the door and settle quickly in the warm, homely setting. Children explore the activities on offer in the well-resourced environment. The children show a positive attitude to learning. They confidently select their name to attach to the childminder's registration board. Children eagerly join in to sing songs and rhymes together. They joyfully sing songs about the days of the week and to welcome each other. The childminder and her assistant work well together, and the children demonstrate good manners towards them. Children say 'please', 'thank you' and 'excuse me' when they ask for help.

p.2

The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations for all children and she plans activities based on their interests. She knows what children can do and what they need to learn next and uses opportunities that arise to further children's development. For example, the childminder extends children's learning as she encourages them to count during story time, which effectively develops their mathematical skills. Children excitedly count the legs of the 'caterpillar'. They giggle and laugh as they talk about how many pieces of fruit the caterpillar ate in the story. Children make good progress in all areas of development.

p.2

need to do better?

n Children have excellent opportunities to extend their communication and language skills. For example, a child spontaneously discovers a snail in the garden playhouse. The childminder and her assistant skilfully use this opportunity to engage children in conversations about how a snail moves. The childminder collects the snail in a clear plastic container and holds it as the children watch and observe from underneath to see how the snail moves. The children curiously ask questions, and the childminder uses words like 'slimy' and 'shiny' to describe the trail the snail makes. The assistant uses words such as 'antennae' to describe the snail's features. This effectively supports and extends children's vocabulary. n Children gain a good understanding of healthy eating and the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle. The childminder offers children nutritional meals and snacks. The children choose from a wide range of fresh fruits at snack time.

p.2

need to do better?

Children thrive from the regular opportunities they have to play outdoors. Children excitedly chase bubbles around the garden, giggling and laughing as they bend and stretch to pop them. They enjoy the fresh air and engage in daily exercise to support their physical health. n The childminder supports children to develop their independence through daily routines. Children enthusiastically help to tidy up the toys and put resources

p.2

need to do better?

4 August 2022 away once they have finished with them. They use a knife to butter their crackers at lunchtime. Children confidently use the toilet; they wash their own hands and wipe their noses. Children have a good understanding of self care and good personal hygiene. n Overall, children behave well as they engage in and explore a variety of activities. For example, children enjoy experimenting with the water tray. They use jugs to fill and pour water into containers. However, at times, children find it difficult to resolve minor issues independently that arise during play, such as sharing equipment and taking turns. n The childminder knows children well and she evaluates her practice regularly. She gathers information on children's interests from their parents and this helps her to plan activities and opportunities that stimulate children's learning. However, on occasion, children do not always have opportunities to explore a

p.2

need to do better?

wide range of media and materials independently to enable them to choose, access and develop their own unique creations. n Parents are highly complimentary about the childminder. They express how happy children are and say how well children have settled in their care. They comment that the childminder is a 'lifeline in the community'. Parents state that their children are making excellent progress and how they receive regular updates on their child's development. This extends children's learning at home and promotes continuity of care and education.

p.3

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

p.3

Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant can recognise the signs and symptoms of abuse. They have a good understanding of child protection issues and the procedures to follow should they have concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder has a secure understanding of how to keep children safe. For example, she carries out regular risk assessments in her home to ensure any hazards to children are removed. She carries out regular checks on children when sleeping to ensure they are safe. The childminder and her assistant have completed safeguarding training and they regularly update their first aid. This helps to promote children's safety and well-being.

p.3

should:

n help children to resolve conflicts independently to further support their social skills n enhance opportunities for children to choose and explore media and materials independently, to extend their creative development even more.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number 2562040 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10232142 Type of provision Childminder

p.4

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

p.4

inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

p.4

Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019 and lives in Shebbear, Beaworthy, Devon. She operates all year round, from Monday to Thursday, 8am to 5pm, except for family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant.

p.4

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 childminder and the inspector carried out a learning walk together to discuss how the childminder delivers the curriculum. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how the childminder keeps children safe. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching through a joint observation and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and her assistant at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector spoke to parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, including first-aid qualifications, policies and procedures.

p.4

Inspection activities

4 August 2022 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.

p.4

Inspection activities

4 August 2022 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.

p.5

Inspection activities

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.6

Inspection activities

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.6

Inspection activities

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.6

Inspection activities

T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/ofsted

p.6