Childminder in Gloucestershire

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children are motivated and inquisitive learners. They thrive in the welcoming and thoughtfully planned learning environment. Children benefit from sequenced learning activities, which the childminder plans around their interests. They are fully involved from the start of activities. For example, children help the childminder to create 'snow' to explore later that day. They are developing an understanding of quantity and measure. Children skilfully use a jug to measure out how much water they need to add to the 'snowflakes'.

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The provision is good

Children develop their independence skills from a young age. The childminder teaches children techniques to help them to put on their own coats for outdoor play. Children receive praise and encouragement from the childminder's patient assistants. Children persevere, despite facing challenge, and display pride in their achievement as they go outside to play. They enjoy opportunities to develop their physical skills. Children move their bodies in different ways as they sit in push- along cars and navigate their way around the garden. Babies excitedly stand and splash in puddles and watch as the rain falls around them.

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The provision is good

Children have regular opportunities to discuss their feelings and take part in activities to support their emotional well-being. For example, after eating lunch, they participate in group yoga sessions with the childminder and her assistant. Children learn to stretch their bodies, breathe deeply and find balance. Children are introduced to key words at the end of the session, such as 'namaste'.

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need to do better?

n The childminder implements an ambitious and balanced curriculum, centred around children's interests and driven by their curiosity. For example, their current theme is the arctic, which is inspired by children's experiences of the recent snow fall. The childminder continually observes and assesses children to monitor their progress. However, she does not always consider how to adapt activities consistently for the youngest children, to make sure they benefit from the same challenging and high-quality learning experiences as the older children. n The childminder supports children's understanding of similarities and differences. Children have access to a wide range of resources which inspire meaningful discussions and promote their respect for others. For example, children discuss how a character doll wears a hearing aid like one of their peers. When a small figure falls onto the floor during children's imaginative play, they express their

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concern for her 'broken leg'. They quickly fetch a pretend walking stick and explain that the figure may need help to walk. n Children learn the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle. The childminder provides a range of nutritious meals and snacks throughout the day, which

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11 January 2023 children thoroughly enjoy. Children take responsibility for small tasks and help the assistants to lay the table ready for lunch. They learn the importance of handwashing routines and state that they need to wash away the germs so they do not become unwell. n The childminder and her assistants support children's communication and language skills well. Children enjoy taking part in daily song and rhyme activities. They make choices about what they would like to sing. For example, children select a picture prompt which is drawn on a wooden spoon. When children misidentify a picture of a rabbit for a dog, the childminder uses the opportunity to teach children a new song. She models the correct pronunciation of words, such as 'dog', to further support children's vocabulary and speaking skills. n The childminder makes sure children are fully prepared for the transition to school. She creates individual homework folders for children to take home.

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need to do better?

Children practise skills they will need for school when the time comes, such as cutting with scissors and pencil control. The childminder communicates with parents in highly effective ways. Written testimonials from parents express their gratitude and utmost thanks to the childminder and her assistants. They refer to them as 'extended family' and comment on the high levels of progress children make. n Although the childminder's paediatric first-aid qualification recently expired, she is booked onto a course to renew her qualification in the very near future. In addition, the childminder has three assistants who all hold up-to-date first-aid qualifications. She works with at least one assistant at all times. This means a qualified paediatric first aider is always available when children are present.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures. She is able to identify the signs and symptoms of abuse and or/neglect, including those that may present in the event of children being subjected to radical or extreme views. The childminder ensures her assistants have a good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding practice. They know how to record and refer concerns regarding children's safety and welfare. Additionally, assistants demonstrate a secure understanding of the setting's whistle-blowing policy. They know the procedure to follow should they need to report a concern about another adult working in the setting.

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Due date

11 January 2023 obtain and maintain a valid and appropriate paediatric first-aid qualification. 08/02/2023

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should:

n consider further ways to adapt learning activities, to support the youngest children's learning and development and make sure that they receive the same high-quality learning experiences as their older peers.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY472668 Local authority Gloucestershire Inspection number 10236306 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 18 Number of children on roll 17 Date of previous inspection 6 February 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014. She lives in Leonard Stanley, Gloucestershire. The childminder operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday. She closes for two weeks during the summer and for two weeks at Christmas. The childminder receives funding for the provision of free early education for children aged two, three and four years. The childminder employs three assistants.

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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 discussed her intentions for children's learning and the curriculum she offers. n The inspector observed the quality of education during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The childminder and her assistants discussed children's progress with the inspector. n The inspector viewed a sample of documentation and checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and her assistants. n The inspector considered the views of parents through written testimonials.

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Inspection activities

11 January 2023 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

11 January 2023 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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