Childminder in Devon

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

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

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The provision is outstanding

Children are highly confident, and they engage impressively in wide range of activities that provide challenge and excitement. They experience a curriculum that builds on what they already know and can do. Their learning is aspirational. For example, they take part in activities that involve following detailed instructions and using high levels of concentration. The levels of concentration shown by children so young is impressive. The childminder revisits learning regularly to help children remember new knowledge. For example, she speaks about measures when playing with rice and encourages children's observation skills as they compare amounts of rice they collect in various sized containers. Young children can show which containers have the most and the least amount of rice in and count the number of scoops as they measure. The childminder links this learning when encouraging children to drink more water from their cup and explains how the amount left is

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less after a drink. Children receive a curriculum that includes plentiful outings in the local environment.

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The provision is outstanding

Children's behaviour is exemplary. They are self-assured in their own abilities, and they show an extremely positive attitude to learning. They demonstrate this through their impressive listening and attention skills and their eagerness to engage in challenging activities that require perseverance. For example, they find adding facial features to body outlines difficult but try repeatedly until they succeed. The childminder praises this determination, and it supports the children's growing mindset to develop skills and knowledge. The childminder successfully supports children's growing independence through her interactions. She gives them plenty of time to attempt tasks independently before helping. Children develop exceptionally strong bonds with the childminder and show a real sense of belonging.

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n The childminder knows the children very well. She tracks children's developmental progress effectively from their starting points. Parents receive regular written progress updates and feel informed about their children's development and how to challenge their learning at home. The childminder links learning between her setting and home by encouraging children to share books that they enjoy with her with their family at home. Parents feel that activities such as these support their children's rapidly developing confidence and early reading skills. Children's love of reading is flourishing. n Children are exceptionally well prepared for the next stage of their learning, and they benefit from an exciting curriculum that supports their development in all areas of learning. For example, children go on outings most days, which develop their curiosity and understanding of the world around them. They learn animal

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19 September 2023 names, feeding habits and habitats and enjoy replicating the animal noises as they play with small-world animals with the childminder. The childminder is very clear on the foundations of her curriculum and her priority on supporting confidence, independence and communication skills. Children achieve above expected stages for their age. This supports them to engage with early literacy and maths activities with a will to succeed and an ability to ask for help if they need it. n The childminder weaves the introduction of early mathematical concepts into her daily interactions with the children. From a very young age, children count up to five. They begin to understand capacity and enjoy recognising numerals in books. They enjoy counting objects and showing amounts to five using their fingers. n The childminder promotes children's language very well. She skilfully encourages children to share their thoughts and join in conversations. This leads to

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discussions about activities, weather and daily routines where children show they understand they can make choices in their learning. Children's confidence and independence flourish as the childminder values everything that children say. The childminder exposes the children to lots of new vocabulary. For example, when children enjoy playing with rice, the childminder introduces words such as sprinkle, scatter, spread and drizzle. Children show they understand as they use them in their play. n From a young age, children develop very strong literacy skills and a love for books. They excitedly choose their favourite storybooks, and the childminder reads them animatedly, building children's interest. Children engage remarkably for their age and eagerly listen. They learn new vocabulary and have the time to think and use this in their play. For example, young children name the animals in the book and later name the same animals as they engage in their small-world

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play, showing their understanding. n Children are resilient, and they complete challenging tasks with ease. The childminder's clear communication and gentle modelling and encouragement support children to excel. For example, as young children attempt to dress their baby dolls, the childminder shows them how to do this and extends their learning by speaking about clothes worn in different weather conditions. Children gain the knowledge they need to succeed independently and beam with pride at their success in dressing their own doll. n The childminder's passion for early years and her expert knowledge of how children learn underpins her commitment to her own professional development. She regularly improves her knowledge through training. This has led her to adapt her planning of the curriculum to ensure that children engage in activities that progressively develop their interests and knowledge. Children become self-

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motivated learners who find joy in learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is very clear on her role and responsibility to safeguard children.

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Safeguarding

19 September 2023 She is vigilant for signs of abuse or neglect and is aware of the local reporting procedures should she have any concerns she wishes to report or seek guidance on. The childminder knows the importance of ensuring that the learning environment is safe and minimises risk by carrying out regular risk assessments. The childminder has measures in place to ensure that interactions with the family pet are always supervised.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY491103 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10291729 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 1 Date of previous inspection 20 December 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in Kingskerswell, in Newton Abbott, Devon. The childminder operates from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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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 showed the inspector the premises and discussed with the inspector how she ensures the premises are safe and suitable. n Children spoke with the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n Parents shared their views of the childminder with the inspector. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the curriculum has been implemented and the impact that this has had on the children's learning.

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19 September 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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19 September 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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