Childminder in Wiltshire

Overall effectiveness Requires improvement

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

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The provision requires improvement

Children show they are happy and settled in the childminder's care. They confidently explore the toys and resources and show curiosity about how things work. They practise putting a pretend photo in the camera slot and pressing the button for it to pop out, for example. They persevere when they struggle, showing they are keen to try again. Children show they feel safe and secure. They readily approach the childminder for comfort, communicate their needs and are happy to go to her for a cuddle when needed.

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The provision requires improvement

Overall, the childminder has made some improvements to her curriculum and knows the knowledge and skills she wants the children to gain before they move on to pre-school or school. She knows the children well and makes accurate assessments of their progress, identifying when they need extra support. However, although she makes referrals for professional support and advice, she does not swiftly implement strategies to help gaps close more quickly. This is despite being signposted to additional training by the local authority. This means some children do not catch up as quickly as possible.

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The provision requires improvement

Children develop their independence. They select their own drinks and are confident to try to butter their toast, for example. They learn about the importance of good hygiene, such as handwashing after nappy changes and before eating.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has made improvements to her practice since the last inspection. She now assesses and minimises risks to children and has made improvements to hygiene practices. The childminder helps young children learn the rules and boundaries and has made some improvements to her curriculum. She maintains a record of children's attendance and makes sure she has enough space for the numbers of children attending. Her assistant has completed paediatric first-aid training, although she does not have sole care of the children. n Young children's behaviour is good. The childminder is sensitive when children become frustrated and recognises their wants and needs. She helps them learn the rules and boundaries, such as to sit at the table when drawing. The childminder helps young children learn to take turns. For instance, she helps them wait when they want the same toy. However, at times, she does not use

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spontaneous observations of young children showing interest in others to help them build relationships. This means they often play alone. n Overall, the childminder supports children's communication and language well. She repeats back simple words and helps young children build on their understanding of language. Children strengthen their hand muscles as they use various tools for drawing, as part of their early literacy development. However,

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need to do better?

17 October 2023 the childminder does not always read stories with enthusiasm to introduce children to new ideas and concepts and to increase their vocabulary and engagement. n The childminder gives children opportunities to develop their physical skills through visits to the park where they can use large equipment. She takes them to local toddler groups to help them become familiar with other children they may be going to school with and to encourage their social skills. Children visit the local nature reserve to explore nature and learn about the wildlife. n The childminder has identified some priorities for improvement. She knows she needs to improve how she supports children more swiftly when she notices gaps in their learning. She has also started to make song cards so that less-verbal children can choose their favourite songs and rhymes. The childminder is supporting her assistant's developing knowledge of the early years foundation

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need to do better?

stage. They regularly discuss activities and how these could be improved. This helps her assistant become more confident in her role. n The childminder reports that she has developed positive partnerships with parents. She gives them daily feedback on their children's routines and well- being. The childminder shares information about their children's learning and next steps and how parents can support this at home. The childminder offers advice to parents, such as on the benefits of reducing 'dummy time' for their children's language development.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a sound knowledge and understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues. She knows the possible signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm and how to refer any concerns. She knows the procedures to follow if an allegation is made against her, her assistant or a household member. She knows to inform Ofsted of changes to people living or working in the household. The childminder helps children learn about the importance of keeping safe, such as being careful when out near the stream and reminding them to sit down while eating.

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Due date

17 October 2023 use professional development opportunities to improve knowledge of the strategies to implement to help children swiftly catch up when gaps in learning are identified and while waiting for professional support and advice. 18/12/2023

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should:

n gain an understanding of the importance of story time as part of the curriculum, to enhance children's love of books and to introduce new ideas, concepts and vocabulary n offer more opportunities for young children to form relationships and to play cooperatively with other children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY447525 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 10302567 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 13 Date of previous inspection 12 June 2023

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Pewsey, Wiltshire. She offers care Monday to Friday, all year round. She sometimes works with an assistant. The childminder receives free early education funding for children aged three years.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. n Children communicated with the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided by the childminder and assessed the impact this was having on children's learning. n The childminder carried out an activity with the children, discussed this with the inspector and evaluated the impact on children's learning. n The childminder made some documentation available for the inspector to sample, including training certificates.

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Inspection activities

17 October 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

17 October 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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