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

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's provision. The childminder and her assistant are in tune with young children's needs and offer them effective and sensitive care. Children quickly form close and beneficial relationships with them, and their confidence grows. Parents comment that the childminder and her assistant provide a nurturing and safe environment and that they are friendly and show genuine care for the children.

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The provision is good

The childminder and her assistant offer an interesting and stimulating curriculum. They plan thoughtful age-appropriate experiences linked to children's learning needs and interests. They make sure that the activities complement and link to each other, helping to reinforce new ideas and concepts and consolidate children's learning effectively. Children learn about insects during a story. They excitedly hunt for insect pictures in the garden. The childminder's assistant is skilful in inspiring and motivating children. Children match pictures to the ones they have on their sheet and put a mark by each one. This offers children useful practical and enjoyable ways to develop their coordination as they make marks for a purpose. The younger children enjoy a sensory activity nearby, which also has insects in the tray. They listen to the childminder's modelling of the names of the insects, developing their speech and skills well.

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need to do better?

n Children make good progress. The childminder recognises children's individuality. She works closely with her assistant to assess children's learning and achievements and outline any gaps in their development. They make plans for how they will support the next steps in children's learning. n Children build their independence skills well. The childminder and her assistant are skilled at encouraging children to do things for themselves. Young children are keen to take on challenges. They toddle off to get their shoes from the basket to get ready to go outside. The childminder's assistant gives children useful tips to help their success as they work to get their coats on. Children show pride in their achievements. n The childminder and her assistant offer children patient and clear explanations to help their understanding. Children show respect for both adults, listening to what they have to say. They learn to appreciate the needs of others, share

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resources and take turns with toys. They begin to build early friendships and enjoy the company of the other children. n The childminder builds strong beneficial relationships with parents. She communicates effectively with them about all aspects through regular messages and daily chats. She liaises with the local pre-school that several of the children also attend. However, she has not been successful in building partnerships with

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need to do better?

25 April 2023 the other settings children attend, to provide a consistent approach to the support children receive across both provisions. n The childminder places a strong emphasis on building children's communication and language skills. She has recently undertaken training focused on this and has implemented adaptations to her practice. The new revised singing and story time sessions in the morning offer children focused, interesting and enjoyable opportunities to progress their skills. Children listen well, and they confidently share their knowledge. They are keen to learn new words and understand new concepts. n The childminder and her assistant offer children a wealth of experiences out in their local and wider community. They regularly attend local playgroups to build children's confidence and social skills as they mix with other children. They take children to visit local nature areas and parks, National Trust venues and animal

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reserves. This helps to develop children's understanding of the world and fosters their interest in nature. n The childminder shows dedication to her provision. She works in a collaborative way with her assistant to outline how they can improve their practice further. In line with requirements, they pulled back from the very in-depth recording of children's learning they previously undertook.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant show good knowledge of the procedures to follow in the event of concerns about a child. They keep their knowledge up to date, regularly undertaking first-aid, food hygiene and safeguarding training. Children's well-being is at the forefront of the childminder's mind. She keeps her home clean and well maintained. She ensures that the play equipment is in good condition and appropriate for the ages of the children. The childminder carries out thorough risk assessments of her home and when taking children on outings.

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should:

n develop the sharing of information about children's care and learning with all of the other settings that they attend, to strengthen the consistency in the support children receive

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY490698 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 10280513 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 17 Date of previous inspection 22 August 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Royal Wooten Bassett, Wiltshire. She operates from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, all year round. On Fridays, she only provides before- and after-school care. She regularly works with an assistant. The childminder is in receipt of 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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provision. n The inspector viewed the areas used for childminding and discussed with the childminder how she implements the educational programmes for the children. n The childminder and the inspector evaluated the effectiveness of an activity together. n The inspector observed the children, the childminder and her assistant and spoke with them at appropriate times during the inspection. n Parents shared their views on the childminder's provision with the inspector. n Relevant documentation was reviewed by the inspector, including suitability checks and paediatric first-aid qualifications. The childminder discussed her procedures for safeguarding the children.

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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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