Childminder in Lincolnshire

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 settle well in this homely setting. The childminder interacts in warm ways with children, such as by using a gentle tone of voice, smiling and engaging with children at their level. She gets to know babies' home routines, and she and her assistants maintain these when settling new babies into the setting. This helps them to feel secure and happy.

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The provision is good

The childminder knows children well and has high expectations for the children's behaviour and conduct. Children learn to follow instructions, share resources and take their turn. They are encouraged to say, 'please' and 'thank you'. Good behaviour is recognised and praised.

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The provision is good

Children are encouraged to make choices, and the childminder supports them to be confident. They play alongside the childminder, who is a good role model and supports their learning. Children have regular opportunities to enjoy outings to local parks and libraries, where they learn to interact with larger groups of children and further develop their social skills and confidence.

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The provision is good

Children's language, communication and vocabulary are particularly well promoted. The childminder encourages children to take part in lots of discussions, story times and singing activities. Young children smile with delight when they hear familiar songs and rhymes. They enjoy sharing stories in their cosy area and demonstrate a developing love of books.

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need to do better?

n The childminder gathers information about what children already know and can do. This informs how she plans her curriculum, building on their next steps and supporting children's new skills, knowledge and interests. However, the childminder does not consistently teach mathematical concepts or provide a range of mathematical experiences. n The childminder promotes communication and language very well. She provides a language-rich environment for children to learn in. Children learn new words as they play. For example, the childminder uses alliteration games to build on children's phonological awareness. The childminder listens carefully to what children have to say and asks questions that can be answered in different ways. Children are learning to become confident speakers. n Babies display high levels of confidence and comfort in this setting. They smile at and engage with the inspector, clearly feeling secure in the presence of the

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childminder. The childminder is quick to attend to babies' needs. She knows their individual routines and is intuitive to their cues. This helps babies to feel safe. n The childminder promotes a healthy lifestyle. Children bring their own packed

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24 October 2023 lunches. The childminder encourages parents to offer healthy options when providing meals for the children. Water is available throughout the day. However, the childminder does not consistently ensure children follow good personal hygiene practices, such as washing hands before eating. n Parents are positive about the childminder and their children's experiences in the setting. The childminder works closely with parents and other agencies to ensure a consistent approach to children's care and learning. She uses daily conversations to gain and share information about children's needs, activities and progress. The childminder ensures that parents know their opinions matter and encourages their feedback through conversations and questionnaires. n The childminder and her assistants are good role models. They teach children to take turns and wait patiently in all interactions with them. The childminder

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need to do better?

praises and supports children's learning and celebrates their achievements. She sets clear boundaries and expectations of behaviour. Children show positive attitudes to learning through enjoyment and curiosity. They are polite and use 'please' and 'thank you' as they share a mutual respect for others and the childminder. n The childminder shows a commitment to continually improving skills and shows pride in her work. She reflects on and evaluates her own and her assistants' practice. For example, she has recently completed several training courses in relation to supporting children's communication and language development. In addition, she keeps up to date with various trainings and has regular contact with the local authority for support.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistants have a secure understanding of their role to safeguard children. They know the potential signs and symptoms that indicate a child is at risk of abuse. This includes exposure to extremist views and behaviours. The childminder is aware of the procedures to follow if they have any concerns about a child's welfare. She risk assesses her home, garden and when going on outings. The childminder has procedures in place for recording accidents and administering medication. She has a pet dog, and she provides accommodation for it to be separate from children.

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should:

n embed the teaching of mathematical skills to provide a consistent range of maths experiences n develop a consistent approach to handwashing routines, to further develop children's knowledge and understanding of their personal care.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY441761 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 10288851 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 18 Number of children on roll 13 Date of previous inspection 2 November 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Branston, Lincoln. She works all year round, from 7.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds early years qualified teacher status and occasionally works with assistants. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their curriculum. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about the 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 interactions between the childminder and the children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n Parents shared their views of the childminder with the inspector.

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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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Inspection activities

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