Childminder in Milton Keynes

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 happy and settled in the childminder's home. They demonstrate that they feel safe and secure in her care. Children enjoy playing together with the childminder, who is responsive and considerate of their individual needs. They confidently explore their surroundings and independently choose what they would like to do. For instance, in the garden, children choose to draw with chalk on paving slabs. They develop their gross motor skills as they use their whole bodies to make marks. The childminder joins in and introduces children to new vocabulary, such as 'crescent', to describe the picture of a moon they have drawn. They learn the meaning of new words as they develop their speech and gain an understanding of the world around them. Children make good progress in their development as the childminder plans experiences to build on what they know and can do. They are well prepared for their next stage in learning.

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The provision is good

Children behave well and form good relationships with their friends. They learn to treat one another kindly and respect each other's feelings. For instance, when young children want to play with the same toy, the childminder sensitively encourages them to find solutions together. She creates simple and effective games to help children practise taking turns. for example, each having a go at talking on a toy telephone before passing it to their friend. Children develop good social skills and a positive sense of well-being.

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n Children make good progress in their mathematical abilities. The childminder regularly spends time counting with children. She supports them to understand numbers and sequencing. For instance, children count beads as they move them across an abacus. They recognise when there are the same number of beads as fingers on their hands. Young children learn the concepts of 'more' and 'less'. Older children make links between numerals and quantity. n The childminder creates an ambitious curriculum for the children she cares for. She observes and assesses children and uses their interests to plan. Overall, her interactions with children are effective in supporting their learning. However, on occasion, during some planned activities she does not focus her teaching as precisely as possible on what she specifically wants children to learn, to deepen their knowledge to a higher level. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She has clear

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rules and boundaries in place. The childminder gives explanations so that children understand why these are important. Children listen to the childminder and follow instructions. For instance, they take care of resources and toys as they tidy up and put things where they belong. n The childminder establishes good partnerships with parents. She shares detailed

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28 April 2023 information about children's progress and next steps in learning. The childminder provides parents with ideas to continue this further at home. For instance, she encourages parents to read and sing to children to support their communication and language development. n The childminder provides plenty of opportunities for children to get fresh air and exercise. For example, they take regular trips to the local park and play outside in the garden. Children get their bodies moving as they copy an exercise routine. They jump up and down and move to music. The childminder takes part and is a good role model. Children learn the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle. n The childminder meets children's individual care needs sensitively. She recognises when children are tired or hungry. The childminder adapts her routine to ensure that they can sleep, rest and recharge when needed. n The childminder places a strong focus on preparing children with the skills they

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need to be independent. For instance, children work together to set up a play mat. The childminder gives children the time they need to carry out the task of piecing together the foam boards. Children persevere and keep trying. They demonstrate that they are proud of their achievements. n The childminder is highly reflective and takes steps to improve her own knowledge and skills. For instance, recent training has helped the childminder expand her understanding of the ways young children learn. She has used this knowledge to develop her curriculum. The childminder recognises the importance that her own professional development has on positive outcomes for children.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has secure knowledge and understanding of her role in safeguarding children. She knows the procedures she must follow to report any concerns about the welfare of a child. The childminder understands the possible signs that might indicate a child is at risk of abuse. She regularly updates her safeguarding training to keep her knowledge current. The childminder carries out robust risk assessments of her premises to minimise hazards to children. She teaches children to understand and manage risk for themselves. For instance, explaining why they must not run on the patio or the importance of washing their hands to prevent the spread of infection.

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should:

n refine teaching during planned activities to focus more precisely on the specific intention for children's learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY488948 Local authority Milton Keynes Inspection number 10285820 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory 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 19 October 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. The childminder offers full-time care on weekdays, all year round. She is registered to provide free early education funding for children aged 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 the premises and discussed how they ensure those are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision including the aims and rationale for their curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The inspector took account of parents' written views. n The childminder and inspector carried out a joint observation of a planned activity.

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Inspection activities

28 April 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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28 April 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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