Childminder in Wokingham

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 happy and content in the care of this kind and nurturing childminder. They form secure bonds with the childminder and develop strong friendships with other children who also attend the provision. The childminder is especially mindful of younger children who need extra reassurance, particularly when visitors are present. Children's behaviour is good. They are learning how to resolve conflicts for themselves with the gentle guidance of the childminder.

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The provision is good

Children confidently decide which toys they would like to play with. For instance, they choose to play with pipe cleaners and pretend that they are wiggly worms. They happily thread the pipe cleaners into the pin board and describe the 'worms' as being 'home'. Children keenly listen to stories being read by the childminder and join in with parts of the stories they know well. Children enjoy watching the life cycle of butterflies and know they start life as a caterpillar. They talk about the day the butterflies flew away in the garden. The childminder teaches children how to become independent, such as how to identify their own water bottle. This helps children to develop the skills they need in readiness for moving on to nursery or school. Children are making good progress.

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need to do better?

n The childminder keenly continues to build on her professional development. She attends training courses to extend her knowledge and to better the outcomes for children. She also shares good practice with other childminders through sharing activity ideas and outings. In addition, the childminder regularly seeks the views of parents. This helps her to monitor the quality of the provision. The childminder ensures that her assistant has a good understanding of her policies and procedures. n Children show care and kindness towards one another. They spontaneously use good manners and are encouraged to take turns and share popular resources. Children demonstrate this when building a tower out of wooden blocks. They take turns in building and knocking over the tower they have just built. Children enjoy the childminder's meaningful praise and keenly join in with exchanging a 'high five' with each other. They are developing good self-esteem.

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need to do better?

n Overall, the childminder plans the curriculum effectively to help children move on in their development. For example, she supports young children to practise feeding themselves with a spoon at mealtimes. However, during a sensory activity with rice, they are discouraged from putting the spoon into their mouth. Although the childminder was correct in promoting children's safety, this was confusing for them. This does not help children to make the best possible progress. n The childminder helps children to learn the importance of following a healthy

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need to do better?

20 June 2023 lifestyle. Children clearly know that drinking plenty of water, particularly during warm weather, is good for them. They know they must wash their hands with soap and water before eating. Children are becoming independent. n Written comments from parents reflect their appreciation of the care their children receive. Comments include, 'The care that the childminder gives my child is brilliant and the continuity of care offered is perfect. Having trust in someone to look after your child and not worry about them is a hard thing to find.' n Children enjoy including the childminder in their play. They show good levels of engagement as they independently choose toys and activities they wish to play with. Children thrive on the positive interactions they have with the childminder. However, the childminder does not recognise when children would benefit from being taught how to say words correctly. As a result, children do not always

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hear the correct pronunciation to fully support their language development. n The childminder regularly takes children on outings so that they can explore the world and develop their physical skills. For example, she takes the children for local nature walks and they visit local play areas, animal parks and places of interest. Children learn about diversity through planned activities, stories and books.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder knows what she would do if she had a safeguarding concern about any of the children. She knows the signs to look out for and who she must contact if she has any concerns. Furthermore, she regularly accesses an extensive range of training to ensure that her knowledge is up to date. The childminder risk assesses her home and garden daily. This helps her to swiftly respond to safety concerns and keep children safe. The childminder teaches children how to keep the play space clear to avoid accidents.

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should:

n support children's communication and language development more effectively n provide children with clear and consistent messages, particularly the youngest children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY423885 Local authority Wokingham Inspection number 10289194 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 12 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 15 November 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Lower Earley, near Reading, Berkshire. She operates from Monday to Thursday, all year round. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. She holds a suitable childcare qualification. The childminder occasionally works with an assistant.

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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 setting. n The childminder and the inspector had a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the curriculum is implemented and the impact that this has on children's learning. n The inspector talked to the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector took account of the views of parents in their written comments.

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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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