Childminder in Buckinghamshire

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

The childminder helps children to learn how to keep themselves safe. At mealtimes, younger children sit on a booster seat and know that the safety belt must be fastened before the tray is attached. The childminder uses a stairgate to ensure that children cannot leave the play area unsupervised. Children can choose to play indoors or outdoors The childminder and her co-childminder deploy themselves effectively so that all children are well supervised.

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The provision is good

Children's independence skills are encouraged by the childminder in readiness for their move on to school. They choose the toys they want to play with from the low- level resources around the room and help to put them away when they are finished. Older children are encouraged to go to the toilet independently and wash their hands before mealtimes. Younger children delight in showing how they put on their coats, using a 'magic trick'. Children like to help throughout the day, such as when they take on the role of 'lunchtime helper'. They learn to use good manners and say 'thank you' when their lunch is served.

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The provision is good

The childminder teaches children about a healthy lifestyle and they are provided with nutritious meals and snacks. There are regular opportunities to go outside and play and get fresh air. The childminder carries out fire drills to ensure that children understand the procedures they must follow in the event of a fire. Children know to call '999' for the emergency services.

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need to do better?

n The childminder and her co-childminder strive to provide high-quality care and education for children. They work seamlessly together and demonstrate a secure understanding of their roles and responsibilities. The childminder has completed a variety of mandatory training, including training in areas such as the 'Prevent' duty and paediatric first aid. However, there is less focus on improving the implementation of the early years curriculum. n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of safeguarding. She knows how to identify if a child is at risk of harm and has effective procedures to ensure that children are kept safe. Procedures for the administration of medication are implemented effectively. For instance, the childminder obtains consent from parents before giving children medication to manage a high temperature. n The childminder offers a range of activities that support all areas of learning

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need to do better?

across the curriculum. She knows the children very well and uses their interests when planning activities to encourage them to take part. For example, children go on a 'Gruffalo' hunt. They take in the natural environment, looking out for their favourite book character. The childminder assesses children's progress,

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23 April 2024 which helps her to identify any gaps in their development, and she considers these when planning for children's learning. The childminder shares information about children's development with their parents, including the progress check for children aged between two and three years. n Children generally behave very well. During play, they learn to take turns with their friends. Children are kind and considerate towards each other, and the childminder consistently praises them, such as when they show off what they have created during craft activities. Children generally have a positive attitude towards their learning during the activities provided. However, on occasion, the younger children lose interest in some of the activities available and move away. n Partnerships with parents and other professionals are effective. The childminder uses an instant messaging app to share photos and other relevant information

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with parents. She displays information on the wall of the playroom for parents to see, including her certificate of registration and first-aid qualification. Parents say that they can see their child's development progressing well. They feel that the childminder and her co-childminder are very approachable, sensitive to the children and their families and fully support them. n Children learn vocabulary to help them talk about their feelings. For instance, when looking at pictures, they talk about why the boy is sad when he falls off his bicycle. Younger children are given lots of cuddles and reassurance to help them feel safe and secure. The childminder encourages children to learn about their own culture and that of others. For instance, they go on an Easter Egg hunt and make lanterns for Chinese New Year.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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should:

n enhance the planning of activities for younger children to maintain their engagement n extend continuous professional development, to include the areas of learning and further enhance skills and knowledge in the teaching of the curriculum.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY280512 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 10335780 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 14 Date of previous inspection 27 June 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004. She works with another registered childminder and provides care from her home in Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire. The childminder operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Wednesday. She provides funded early years 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 setting. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the curriculum is implemented and the impact that this has on children's learning. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder joined the inspector on a learning walk and talked about her curriculum and what she wants children to learn. n The childminder provided the inspector with documentation as required.

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Inspection activities

23 April 2024 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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