Childminder in Cornwall

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

The quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Outstanding

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The provision is outstanding

Children are very happy and settled in the care of this affectionate childminder and friendly assistants. Children are confident and benefit from the highly ambitious, broad and rich curriculum on offer. They are eager to learn and show their wide range of developing skills. For example, they are enthusiastic to take part in a game to learn about anatomy. They know they must find and attach the main body organs, made from different-coloured fabric, onto the special apron worn by an assistant as she lays on the floor. Children excitedly recognise each organ and know how important they are to help the assistant feel better. They follow instructions well and carefully feel their own necks. They are able to name and explain the difference between the oesophagus and the trachea.

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The provision is outstanding

The enthusiastic childminder and her dedicated assistants have high expectations for all children. They provide a delightful place for children to come and learn. There is an extensive range of high-quality resources. Children are highly motivated to join in with the interesting and challenging activities.

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The provision is outstanding

Children's behaviour is excellent. They play very well together and show great kindness to their friends. Adults are exemplary role models and place a high focus on children having good manners and being kind.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is passionate about her work. She places a high focus on her own continued professional development and that of her assistants. They complete a wide range of training and enthusiastically implement their learning to strive for further improvements in their teaching. n Children enjoy a varied and nutritious menu using fresh foods. They learn the names of the ingredients and discuss how some fruit and vegetables grow. Children enthusiastically help the childminder to make smoothies for everyone. n The childminder is enthusiastic in her desire to bring about a love of books. Adults frequently read stories and non-fiction books to the children. They skilfully comment on what children are doing and use sensitive questioning. This helps children to extend their vocabulary and engage in vibrant discussions. n Children thoroughly enjoy daily walks to places of interest, such as to the local

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beach and parks. Adults plan exciting activities to teach children to develop a wider knowledge and understanding of the natural world. Adults have a shared vision to support children to experience awe and wonder in their childhood. n The childminder uses a handmade doll to engage children by telling stories to explore different family structures and promote inclusivity. She reads a carefully selected book about the shared custom of head coverings and enhances children's learning with authentic dressing-up clothes. Children learn accurate

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21 June 2023 terminology and new vocabulary. This helps to educate and prepare children for the culturally diverse modern world. n The childminder actively encourages strong partnerships with parents and carers. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she kept in close contact with children using video calls to read stories and share fun experiences. This provided excellent support for families and helped children to return happily. Parents speak highly of their children's development and the care they receive. n Assistants value the childminder's support. They receive beneficial feedback about the quality of their work. The childminder and her assistants work exceptionally well together and provide a very cheerful home-from-home environment. n Children learn about different languages and confidently say 'good morning' in Greek, Polish and French. The childminder reads the same story in Greek and English. Children are excited to repeat the Greek words, for example for 'hat'

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and 'tail', and show that they remember them. n Children thoroughly enjoy lots of fun experiences to develop their physical skills. For example, while sitting cross-legged on the floor, they use their hands to sensitively massage the back of the child or adult sitting in front of them. Everyone enjoys the activity. Children also delight in creating their own sequence of ballet steps and movements to music. n Adults support children to make choices. They listen and respond to children's views and comments. Children receive praise and keenly add another sticker to their chart to celebrate their efforts. This helps to develop children's personal, social and emotional skills to a very high level. n Children enjoy learning about mathematics. They develop a secure understanding of concepts such as counting and number sense, measurements, geometry, spatial relationships and patterning skills.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistants have an excellent understanding of their role and responsibilities to keep children safe. They have attended safeguarding training and know the actions to take if they have concerns about a child in their care. Daily checks are completed to ensure that the premises are safe and suitable. Adults complete comprehensive risk assessments, and the adult-to-child ratio is always maintained. Children are provided with high-visibility clothing and learn about road safety. Adults teach children how to stay safe on the beach. This helps to provide children with the extra care and support they require during their outings.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY462426 Local authority Cornwall Inspection number 10280728 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 12 Number of children on roll 18 Date of previous inspection 7 August 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013 and is located in Newquay, Cornwall. The childminding provision is otherwise known as Little Darlings Childcare. The childminder works with assistants and provides care for children on weekdays, all year round. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3. The childminder is in receipt of funding to provide free early education to 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 childminder. n The inspector and the childminder completed a learning walk together and discussed the early years curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, both indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and assistants at convenient times and assessed the effectiveness of safeguarding and care procedures. n A joint observation of an activity was completed by the inspector and the childminder. n The inspector looked at written feedback provided by parents to gather their views about the setting.

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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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