Childminder in Wiltshire

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

This warm and nurturing childminder welcomes children in with a smile. Young children show they feel safe and comfortable in the home. They freely explore the play environment, making choices about what they want to learn and do. The childminder priorities building strong relationships with the children and families in her care. She builds children's confidence and self-esteem through meaningful praise.

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The provision is good

Children enjoy spending time in the garden. They explore a water tray with toy frogs and lily pads. The childminder supports children's language by asking open- ended questions to spark conversation. She introduces new words, such as lily pad, frog spawn and tadpoles. Children show a love of learning. They stay engaged in their play for long periods. The childminder encourages the children to count the frogs as they place them on a log. She sings a song about three frogs to support the younger children's counting skills. The childminder encourages the children to notice the similarities and differences in the frogs, such as whether they are 'big' or 'small'. This enhances children's early mathematical skills.

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The provision is good

The childminder has a clear understanding of what she wants children to learn. She plans activities based on children's interests and the next stages of learning. The childminder skilfully uses interaction to extend children's learning beyond what they already know. This means children make clear progress across all areas of learning.

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need to do better?

n Children benefit from getting out in the community. The childminder takes children to visit the local park, farms, and soft-play centres to build confidence in new places. At the soft-play centres, young children have plenty of space to run around. They enjoy climbing on the play equipment, which allows them to take risks and challenge their bodies in a safe environment. n The childminder encourages the children to do things for themselves. Young children put on their shoes and coats with little support. They learn personal hygiene routines, such as washing their hands and wiping their noses. This prepares children with the skills they will need for later life. However, the childminder does not always manage transitions between routines effectively. She tells the children when it is time to go in for lunch and then allows them to continue playing. This does not reinforce the boundaries and routines of the

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need to do better?

setting. n Parent partnership is strong. Parents receive detailed feedback on their child's development and the next stages of learning. The childminder gives parents support and guidance with key concerns. She provides them with ideas to continue learning at home. Parents state their children enjoy spending time with

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need to do better?

9 May 2023 the childminder. They come home with a wide range of things they have made. The childminder sends the parents photos of the children's day and details about their daily routines. Parent report that they are happy with the care provided. n Children behave well. The childminder teaches children from a young age strategies to enable them to manage their feelings and behaviour. She gets children to talk about how things make them feel to help them understand how their actions affect others. The childminder uses books and stories to reinforce positive behaviours. She encourages children to take turns with resources and helps them to manage conflicts. This helps children develop their social skills and form friendships. n The childminder and her co-childminder reflect on their practice and provision. The childminder has attended training to support her in managing challenging behaviour. She has implemented what she has learned into her daily practice.

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need to do better?

The childminder has highlighted a need to enhance her knowledge further, particularly around supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is clear on her responsibility to safeguard children from harm. She can identify the different signs and symptoms of abuse. She knows the process to follow when reporting concerns about a child and any allegations made against her or a member of her family. The childminder completes first-aid and a range of safeguarding training to keep her knowledge up to date. She gives parents information about the risks of screen time and how to keep their children safe online. When on a trip, the childminder teaches children how to be safe when crossing or walking by a road. This ensures they remain safe while out in the community.

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should:

n implement clear daily routines to support children with transitions between activities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY495813 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 10263505 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 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 3 May 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015. She works alongside her mother, who is also a registered childminder, in Purton, Swindon. She operates her provision on weekdays, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a qualification in childcare at level 3. She accepts funding for the free provision of 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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provision. n The inspector and the childminder discussed the provision and the curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during both indoor and outdoor play and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder. n The inspector held a meeting with the childminder to discuss how they self- evaluate the provision. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as paediatric first aid and safeguarding certificates. n The inspector took account of written testimonials from parents. n Children spoke to and engaged with the inspector during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

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

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