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 Not applicable

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The provision is good

The childminder is ambitious for all children to progress from their starting points by practising the individual skills they need to develop to improve over time. She has high expectations for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and encourages them to communicate and ask for what they want. Children quickly build the confidence to speak. Children love being outdoors, whatever the weather, exploring and getting to know the natural environment. They use their hands to study the texture of mossy bark and look under piles of damp leaves in anticipation as they search for minibeasts. Children bubble with enthusiasm as they confidently share and describe that they have found 'a wiggly worm'.

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The provision is good

The childminder and her assistant provide a friendly, welcoming home where children feel safe and happy. The childminder sings songs as children select different cuddly toys hidden in a sack, adding to their intrigue. Children enjoy joining in the actions as they pretend to be sleeping rabbits ready to hop as the childminder sings 'Sleeping Bunnies'. Children learn the diversity of language and beam with delight when the childminder sings songs in their home language. The childminder and her assistant reinforce children's positive behaviours, and they behave well. Children know that their views and requests are important and respected by the childminder.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has designed an ambitious curriculum for all children. She uses the natural environment to allow children to benefit across all areas of learning. The childminder has a particular focus on developing children's communication, physical and social skills. During daily trips to the local woods, children successfully move and control their bodies across the uneven ground while searching for hidden bugs and talking about what they have found with one another. n The childminder and her assistant model language well. They generate friendly conversations with children as they walk to the woods. They use mathematical language to describe the size, shape and depth of puddles that children enjoy splashing in. The childminder plans specific words for children to learn, such as 'straight' and 'fuzzy'. She introduces these informally through children's play. However, occasionally, the childminder does not clearly explain to children what

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they are learning, so some children are not able to demonstrate that they have understood the meaning of the new vocabulary, for example. n The childminder assesses children's needs well, particularly for children with SEND. She accurately identifies gaps in children's development and works with parents and external agencies to secure the support they need to make

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need to do better?

19 September 2023 progress. The childminder implements individual plans and provides children with daily, targeted interventions. She gives her own time to share her professional observations and successful strategies with other childcare providers who care for the children. Children benefit from a consistent approach and make progress as they begin to catch up with their peers. n The childminder has carefully considered how she supports children's independence and self-care skills. She organises routines into manageable steps that children can achieve. For example, the childminder raises their awareness of their bodies to support children to use the toilet, and she gives them ways to communicate this. Children confidently say when they need the toilet. The childminder encourages children to have a go at getting changed themselves for walks in the rain. Children develop the self-assurance to be independent.

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n Children behave well. They play well with one another and have learned to take turns and share with others. Children listen carefully to the childminder as they use tools to cut and prepare healthy snacks. They respond to the childminder's requests and tidy up when asked. Children take pride in knowing how to clean the environment and getting themselves ready for the next exciting activity. n The childminder has developed good partnerships with parents. She shares children's achievements and discusses concerns about their development with parents. The childminder and parents work together to support children's progress. Children love taking special books and toys home, sharing them with their families and discussing their adventures with their friends. Parents say they trust her and observe that their children 'thrive' in the childminder's care.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant are alert to the potential signs that a child may be at harm of abuse. They have a secure understanding of the action to take if they have any concerns. The childminder and her assistant regularly complete safeguarding training and are knowledgeable of how they help to keep children safe. The childminder implements clear policies and procedures to minimise risk to children during outings. She carefully monitors children's safety while they play and learn during trips to the local woods. She teaches children how to keep safe while walking by roads. Children listen and respond to her instructions.

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should:

n deliver planned activities more consistently so that the learning intentions enable children to understand what is expected of them and to help them use these new skills in their play and learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2639585 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 10305073 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 16 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021 and lives in Woodfalls, Wiltshire. She works with an assistant. The childminder operates from Monday to Thursday, offering care from 7am to 6.30pm. She accepts funding for early education and holds a relevant level 3 childcare 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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development, with a particular focus on communication and language. n Children spoke with the inspector during the inspection. 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 The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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