Childminder in Buckinghamshire

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 aware of their environment. The childminder offers a welcoming play space that supports children to confidently explore all areas to extend their play. They have close relationships with the childminder. Children seek her out for reassurance before inviting others that they do not know into their play.

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The provision is good

Children are very eager to learn. They absorb new experiences enthusiastically. The childminder successfully uses her observations of their play to extend their learning and challenge their understanding further. Children respond well to the high expectations of the childminder.

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The provision is good

Children confidently make friends. They work together as a team and appreciate each other's play. For instance, two children sit together on the childminder's lap, listening harmoniously to stories.

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The provision is good

Children show a fascination for the world around them. They enjoy nature on daily walks to and from school. For example, they observe snail trails, watch where the snails go and compare their sizes. The childminder gives children plenty of time to question, explore and watch, so they can answer their questions and satisfy their intrigue.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is very aware of children's home routines and busy lifestyles. She is well alert to children's emotions and energy levels and adapts their day to meet their physical needs. For example, when children have had a busy weekend, she changes her plans to provide quiet, story times with plenty of cuddles. Children have time to relax and participate in less energetic play. n The childminder has an accurate knowledge of how each child learns. She successfully provides challenges according to children's next steps in their development and their abilities. She plans experiences through a balance of adult-led and child-initiated play. n Children show high levels of intrigue, curiosity and interest in new experiences. They confidently explore and experiment with natural resources such as lemons and scented tea bags. Their curiosity motivates them to learn new skills. For example, children turn the tap on and off using the water holder. The

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childminder gives children time to complete tasks to their own satisfaction, through their own determination and persistence. n The childminder encourages children's communication skills well. Children confidently start to string words together to express their feelings and needs. The childminder supports their vocabulary by introducing simple repetitive sounds through stories and role play. Children express themselves confidently by

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need to do better?

20 June 2023 using gestures and expressions and repeating words they have learned. However, at times, the childminder does not model the correct use of words and language, such as referring to herself in the third person. This does not support children to say and use words correctly. n Children feel proud about their achievements and share their discoveries with their peers. The childminder helps them to identify themselves and their emotions through the use of mirrors, pictures and photos. n Children explore role play and imagination through the majority of their play experiences. They link real-life and play experiences to make sense of their learning. For example, children look at books about caterpillars and butterflies and experience the life cycle of butterflies. However, children tend to take part in creative activities that are linked to cultural celebrations that the childminder wants them to do, and she does not consistently promote their independent

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creativity through art and design. n Parents make positive comments about the care their children receive. The childminder uses effective communications to share children's achievements and gain knowledge about their development at home. Parents feel reassured and confident in the progress their children are making in the childminder's setting. n Children take great pride in demonstrating their independence skills. They choose where to play and what to play with. The childminder encourages children to try new tasks themselves. They attempt to put on their shoes themselves with enthusiasm. n The childminder introduces children to group play alongside other childminders' children and friends. This helps them to enhance their social skills and to understand rules and boundaries of group play.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a strong understanding of the procedures to follow if she has a concern about a child in her care. She constantly reviews her knowledge and gains further information through training and research. She has a clear knowledge of the signs and symptoms of abuse. Children play in a safe and secure environment. The childminder assesses the hazards and risks to children according to their understanding of safety and their physical capabilities. For example, some children use steps at the back door confidently and independently. Other children require support with a holding hand to ensure that they step up safely.

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should:

n model the correct use of words and language more consistently to further support children's communication and language skills

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should:

20 June 2023 n provide more support for children to express their own ideas and imaginations in creative activities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY473206 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 10295516 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 5 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 13 December 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Wooburn Green, near High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday. The childminder holds a relevant level 3 early years qualification.

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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 provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises, and they discussed how she ensures they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. 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 Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

20 June 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

20 June 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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