Childminder in Cornwall

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 very settled and secure in the childminder's care. They move around the learning environment with confidence. The childminder has clear learning intentions for the curriculum she provides, prioritising supporting children's self- confidence. Resources are well organised and at the children's level, which enables children to independently select the toys they want to use. Children enjoy playing alongside each other. They ask the childminder for support when needed. The children enjoy a strong bond with the childminder and interact animatedly with her as they play. The childminder ensures the children hear lots of new language. For example, children notice their shadows and point them out to the childminder. She quickly introduces the word 'shadow' and spends time explaining to the children how shadows are formed. The children then excitedly investigate their shadows, comparing the length and shape of them with each other.

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The provision is good

The childminder is a positive role model who provides children with plenty of praise and encouragement as they play. Children enjoy daily outings with the childminder. They visit local parks and enjoy playing on climbing and balancing courses. Children also attend a weekly playgroup with other childminders. Children enjoy playing in a new environment, with different children and unfamiliar toys. Children's confidence flourishes when taking part in these outings.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has a secure understanding of how she plans her curriculum. She gathers information from parents when children first start about what they know and can do. The childminder knows how to support children's learning effectively, and children make good progress in all areas of their development. n The childminder gets down to children's level as she speaks to them and speaks slowly and clearly. She introduces early mathematics concepts such as shape, space and measures while the children are playing with the trains. She speaks with children about the different lengths of the pieces of track and which pieces might fit in gaps to construct the track. However, at times, the children's ability to fully engage with their chosen activities is hindered by the childminder's involvement in their play. n Parents are very complimentary about the service the childminder provides. They comment on her home-from-home environment and the progress that their

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children make. Parents speak highly of the way the childminder shares information through daily discussions and regular photo updates of learning activities. n Children develop a keen interest in stories. The childminder encourages children to take an active role in reading when sharing a book. For example, she encourages children to use the illustrations to retell familiar stories in sequence

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3 May 2023 and she reminds children of key story vocabulary to support their storytelling. Children relish reading familiar stories to the childminder and are proud of their efforts. n The childminder celebrates children's achievements. For example, she praises children as they play with water toys and when they independently decorate crowns while learning about the King's coronation. n The childminder is proactive in sourcing training. She takes part in regular professional development to enhance her knowledge and skills to raise outcomes for children. n The childminder knows the individual personalities of the children that she cares for well. She describes what children are interested in. The childminder provides children with a range of opportunities to help them to achieve their next steps in learning. However, at times, these are often adult-led or heavily supported by the childminder. This does not give children opportunities to direct their own

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play. n The childminder has a good understanding of special educational needs and/or disabilities. She understands the processes to follow should she have concerns about a child's learning and development.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a clear understanding of her role in protecting children who may be at risk of harm. She takes part in regular training to ensure her safeguarding knowledge is current. She is alert to the possible indicators of when a child may be at risk of abuse or neglect and knows the relevant procedures for reporting concerns. The premises are secure. The childminder carries out regular checks of the learning environment to ensure that they remain safe for children to use.

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should:

n extend opportunities for children to achieve deep focus and concentration during play without distraction and interruption n strengthen opportunities for children to direct their own play to support their independent learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY231015 Local authority Cornwall Inspection number 10285845 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 9 Date of previous inspection 20 October 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2002. She lives in Saltash, Cornwall. She is available to care for children weekdays, throughout the year.

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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 viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n Children spoke with the inspector during the inspection. n Parents shared their views of the childminder with the inspector. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector held several discussions with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's policies and procedures.

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Inspection activities

3 May 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

3 May 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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