Childminder in Lincolnshire

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 have warm relationships with the childminder. They go to her for cuddles when they need to and enjoy playing with her. The childminder knows the children well and provides reassurance when needed, ensuring they are happy and comfortable in the setting. All children know what to expect from the routine of the day. This increases their confidence in this home-from-home setting.

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The provision is good

Children enjoy a range of fun activities. They learn about shape and colour as they copy pictures from cards using different-shaped tiles and make a ladybird and a bear. The childminder skilfully encourages children to persevere in their play. This ensures that they concentrate well and keep trying until they have made a dog, which is a bit trickier. Children are proud when the childminder 'high fives' them to celebrate their success. They say the dog is sad as his mouth is upside down, and when the childminder tickles him, they laugh with her and turn his mouth the right way up so he is smiling.

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The provision is good

Children love to hear familiar stories, such as 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt'. They know what is coming next in the story and are excited to turn the page. They hugely enjoy acting out what is happening and shake convincingly with fear when they see the bear. The childminder makes story time an integral part of their day.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows each of the children in her care very well. She uses this knowledge to provide good opportunities and interesting activities that meet their individual developmental needs, building on what they already know and can do and supporting them to make good progress. Children are also encouraged to try more challenging activities. The childminder tells them, 'Give me a shout if you need me to help,' but encourages independent attempts first. She praises children for their efforts and not just their achievements. Children are capable and confident about having a go. Occasionally, the childminder misses opportunities to expand children's learning further by allowing time for them to explore activities in their own way. n The childminder supports children's communication and language skills effectively. She speaks clearly and repeats words that children are learning back to them so they can pronounce them correctly. The childminder asks the

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children questions using language they understand and consistently encourages them to voice what they want. She listens carefully to children and values what they say. Children enjoy a variety of books, and the childminder makes story time a fun part of their day. n The childminder has good systems of communication with the school the children will attend. She has a clear understanding of what children need to

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22 March 2023 learn and do before they start school to ensure they are prepared for the next stage of their learning. For example, children are encouraged to sit and listen to stories in groups and start to learn to dress themselves. n Children learn to behave well as they say 'please' and 'thank you' and are respectful and kind to their friends. They are considerate of each other, passing and sharing toys. Children are proud of their friends' achievements as well as their own. Older children praise a younger friend who is learning to walk. This positive behaviour is led by the childminder, who always speaks to children with kindness and encourages their support and thoughtfulness towards each other. n The childminder works closely with parents to meet children's needs. She shares information with parents daily about their children. She seeks detailed information at the start of a child's placement with her, and parents comment

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that their children settle in well. Parents praise the home-from-home environment and say that the childminder is supportive of their family as a whole. n The childminder generally ensures that there are good health and hygiene systems in place in the clean and child-centred home. Children are reminded to use a tissue to wipe their noses and to wash their hands after using the toilet. On occasion, children get inconsistent messages about hygiene. For example, as they sit on the floor to eat their snack without a plate, they occasionally place their food down directly onto the floor.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of the signs and symptoms that indicate a child is at risk of abuse. She ensures that she keeps up to date with local safeguarding procedures so she is clear about what steps to take to ensure children are protected. The childminder's home is a safe environment for children. The childminder identifies and manages risks effectively and supervises children closely. She helps children start to learn to keep themselves safe, for example by reminding them to pick things up from the floor that they may slip on.

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should:

n review hygiene routines and provide children with consistent messages about good hygiene practices n strengthen support for children to enable them the time to complete tasks independently and explore activities in their own way.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY486486 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 10281358 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 17 June 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Skellingthorpe, Lincoln. She operates all year round, from 7am until 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 childminder. n The inspector completed a joint observation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and reviewed a sample of documentation, including evidence of the suitability of those living in the household. n The inspector took into account the views of parents. n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises that children use. n The inspector observed the quality of education during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.

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Inspection activities

22 March 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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22 March 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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