Childminder in Swindon

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

The childminder has developed a curriculum where children are free to ambitiously explore the resources available. The children enjoy the planned activities that provide opportunities for them to become confident learners as they discover new ideas. Children enjoy taking care of the childminder's pet rabbit as part of their daily routine. They provide it with fresh food, water and hay to ensure the rabbit is well cared for. Caring for the rabbit is supporting children to develop an understanding of how to be kind and considerate and gain responsibility in their tasks.

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The provision is good

The childminder provides many opportunities to develop children's speech and language. For example, during a play dough making activity, she models clear language and asks open-ended questions to encourage children to share their views and solve problems, such as what happens if too much liquid is added to the dough. The childminder ensures the children have the resources and ingredients they need and provides visual step-by-step instructions to help them understand the process they must take. This particularly helps children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Children become inquisitive and enjoy investigating what happens when they mix the ingredients.

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The provision is good

Children receive good support when they move on to other settings and school. The childminder works well with them to ensure the children settle into their new learning environments. She provides detailed information of the children's development and progress to contribute towards them reaching their early learning goals.

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need to do better?

n The childminder develops strong partnerships with parents to support each child's individual needs. They talk about the children's development and their progress. The childminder provides advice and further support for families. Parents feel reassured when their children are with the childminder, describing her as 'an extension of our family' and say that, 'She goes above and beyond to support us.' n Children with SEND are supported well by the childminder. She creates planning with clear targets to support their development. She shares the plans with parents to support the continuation of learning at home. The childminder works closely with outside agencies to access further support for children with SEND to help them make the best possible progress. n The childminder supports children to build on their confidence and make their own choices. Children select resources from the easily accessible storage, inside

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and outside. The childminder joins in with the children's activities to build on

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14 March 2023 what they already know and support their interactions with each other. However, when children express deep interest in certain topics, the childminder is not always successful in extending those interests as they emerge, sometimes hindering further curiosity and engagement in learning. n Older children are developing their independence to do things for themselves. They blow their own noses and select their fruit at snack times. They wash their hands at the sink with soap and water prior to mealtimes. However, the childminder does not support the younger children to develop these same skills so they understand the importance of healthy practices and how to care for themselves. n The childminder manages children's behaviour very well. She reminds them of her rules to ensure they understand her expectations of a kind, calm environment. For example, she explains clearly to the children that throwing

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toys can hurt others and themselves. The childminder supports children's emotional development by introducing calm discussions on how people's feelings can be hurt, and insisting children apologise to their friends when they have become frustrated with each other. n The childminder completes various training courses. This has supported her knowledge of how to keep children safe and the need to form important attachments with the children to support their personal and emotional development. The childminder warmly welcomes children into her exciting environment and understands their personal needs. This supports the children to separate from their parents well when they arrive. Children are eager to see their friends and discuss important matters with the childminder, such as 'watching football on the television with Daddy'.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good knowledge of how to safeguard children. She attends safeguarding courses every two years and updates her knowledge through webinars and safeguarding websites. The childminder can identify signs and symptoms that may indicate abuse. She understands the importance of working with other professionals to share concerning information to protect children from harm. The childminder carries out regular, detailed risk assessments to ensure her environment and resources are appropriate and safe for children.

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should:

n provide more opportunities for the younger children to manage their own basic hygiene and personal needs more consistently n include children's interests more in activities to promote their engagement,

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should:

14 March 2023 exploration and curiosity further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY382299 Local authority Swindon Inspection number 10276281 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 4 Date of previous inspection 10 July 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008. She lives in the Walcot area of Swindon, Wiltshire. The childminder provides care from Monday to Friday, 7.30am until 6.30pm, all year round. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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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 observed the childminder's interactions with the children and spoke with the children. n The childminder discussed her curriculum with the inspector as part of the learning walk. n The inspector had discussions with parents to seek their views of the setting. n The inspector and childminder carried out a joint observation to reflect on the impact of an activity on children's learning. n The inspector tracked the experiences of several children at the setting. n The inspector viewed various documents as part of the management meeting.

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Inspection activities

14 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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