Childminder in Slough

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 love to come to the childminder's nurturing home. They greet new people with excitement, showing that their social skills are developing well. Children quickly form affectionate bonds with the caring childminder, who is responsive to their needs. They cuddle and giggle with delight when she interacts with them. Children happily play on their own, as well as with friends. They have access to a wide range of activities that spark their interests, such as making marks in a light- up tray full of coloured rice. Older children understand that they need to be good role models for the younger ones. All children behave well and are compassionate towards others.

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The provision is good

Children learn to be independent from the outset. They practise self-care skills and feed themselves with growing competence. For example, older children eagerly help the younger ones to put on their socks. Babies mimic this behaviour and know where their socks should go.

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The provision is good

Children have many enriching opportunities to explore their local environment and visit places of interest. They climb, balance and jump when in the woods and make interesting creations with natural items they collect. In this way, children strengthen their large and small muscles, as well as develop increasing levels of stamina.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has a very good understanding of children's interests, abilities and unique personalities. She uses this information to plan an ambitious and sequenced curriculum. For instance, children enjoy making marks in a tray with oats. They follow the childminder's lead and make patterns in the oats with their toy vehicles. They are also encouraged to use their fingers to make more controlled marks, such as when making round shapes. In this way, children begin to develop an understanding that marks carry meaning. n The childminder is committed to continual improvement. For example, she improves her knowledge and skills by undertaking online courses, reading relevant articles and sharing good practice with other local childminders. The childminder works closely with parents and external professionals to address any emerging gaps in children's learning. This demonstrates a consistent approach

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to meeting children's development needs successfully. n Children's knowledge of the diverse world we live in is promoted well in this inclusive environment. The childminder helps children to learn about respect and tolerance of others. She gathers information from parents and other people in the wider community to teach children about different customs and festivals, such as Chinese New Year and Eid. Children also show interest and access a

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9 February 2023 variety of resources from other cultures, such as packets of different food in the role-play area. n Children have positive attitudes to learning. For instance, they play with percussion instruments and explore sounds they make. However, children's focus is sometimes not sustained, and they quickly move onto something else, even though they are capable of concentrating for longer. At these times, the childminder does not capture all opportunities in activities to help each child to get to a higher level. n The childminder has a suitable understanding of how young children acquire language. She spends quality time with them and while carrying out routine tasks, such as nappy changing, she helps children practise two way conversations. Babies learn to listen and babble in response, when it is their turn to speak. However, at times, the childminder rushes through words and phrases, particularly when singing songs. This does not allow children the time to listen

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and process new words and to begin to apply them correctly in context. n Parents describe the childminder as 'innovative' and 'dedicated'. They are impressed with the variety of trips and the numerous projects their children experience while in her care. Parents comment on the good communication they receive about their child's day through an online application. They say that they look forward to receiving these updates and 'it is great to see an insight into what they have done'. Parents are grateful for the ideas the childminder shares with them to support their children's development at home.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder undertakes regular child protection training to keep her knowledge up to date. She is alert to possible signs and symptoms of abuse, including exposure to extremist views and behaviours. The childminder knows how to respond to concerns, including the relevant agencies to report these to. She also understands how to report concerns that she may have about other adults in the setting. She ensures that children are able to play in a safe learning environment, indoors and outdoors. The childminder encourages children to consider and help prevent potential trip hazards, such as tidying away their toys once they have finished playing with them.

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should:

n focus consistently on ways to use opportunities to take children's learning to an even higher level. n model language more effectively, including when singing, to help young children understand and learn new words to further enhance their communication skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY361403 Local authority Slough Inspection number 10276200 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 5 July 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007. She lives in Slough, Berkshire. She provides care from Tuesday to Friday, from 8am to 5pm, all year round. The childminder has undertaken relevant childminding training. She accepts funding for the provision of free early years education for children aged two, three and four years.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder showed the inspector her provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n Children spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n Parents shared their written views of the provision, which the inspector took account of. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request, including their suitability to work with children.

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Inspection activities

9 February 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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