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 provides a friendly, nurturing environment. She engages children through her fun, enthusiastic interactions and planned activities. Children raise their hands in the air with excitement when they sing their favourite song, 'Baby Shark'. They learn through a broad curriculum that develops their sense of belonging and instils a positive attitude towards learning. Children focus on using their fingers precisely to slide bolts, undo catches and carefully twist open locks. They challenge themselves, sticking with a task even when it is difficult. The childminder joins in, providing a commentary that teaches children the vocabulary that describes their actions. Children smile proudly when they finally figure out how to unlock the wooden door.

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The provision is good

Children feel safe. The childminder sensitively cares for their daily needs. When children are reluctant to join in, she adjusts activities so that all children can participate and benefit. The childminder uses simple signing alongside her speech to encourage young children's communication and give meaning to their efforts. She teaches them how to respect and value one another through her interactions. Children are polite and considerate of others. They settle quickly and enjoy playing alongside their friends. They wait their turn and share with each other.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has created a clear and ambitious curriculum. She values children's curiosity and fosters their inquisitiveness, believing that, 'The more children ask, the more they learn.' Alongside this, she has considered how to build children's learning skills and attributes through daily routines. Children successfully take part in daily circle time, where they develop their confidence to concentrate for periods of time and contribute to a group. n The childminder teaches children the skills they need for play. She observes when children rely too much on digital entertainment and provides opportunities for them to develop their critical thinking skills. The childminder uses open- ended resources, such as recycled boxes, to spark children's imaginations. Children decide what to turn the boxes into, such as caves or rockets. n Children love singing. The childminder sings with them throughout the day.

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need to do better?

Children take turns to pick out a toy from the song sack. They show their friends a 'fish' and join in, 'One, Two, Three, Four, Five, Once I Caught a Fish Alive'. The childminder asks questions and encourages children to join in with actions. She engages children's interests, and children follow her lead. However, occasionally, the childminder does not give some younger children enough time to listen and think, so they are not always able to respond. n The childminder knows children well. She assesses their skills and knowledge accurately and adjusts her teaching to fill any learning gaps. The childminder

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need to do better?

25 September 2024 ensures that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive the education and care they need. She collaborates with education and health professionals and parents to establish effective support for children. The childminder supports families with empathy and a practical 'can-do' attitude to help prepare children for the next stages of learning. n Children benefit from daily exercise. They challenge themselves to balance on stepping stones, demonstrating increasing confidence in their ability to stand on uneven surfaces. The childminder takes children on regular walks through the woods and the park. Children engage with the local community. They buy seasonal flowers from the shops, which they use to inspire artwork. Children particularly enjoy observing the florist's window display, noticing changes to the seasons and discussing the textures and colours they see.

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need to do better?

n Children behave well. The childminder provides clear expectations and boundaries that support children in feeling safe and secure. They listen to instructions and respond by taking the initiative to help tidy up. Children independently get cloths to help clean the table and get ready for snack time. The childminder praises children, letting them know how their help has positively impacted others, saying, 'Thank you for wiping the table. You've made me feel really happy.'

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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 strengthen the teaching of communication and language further by giving younger children the time to listen, think and respond.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2674526 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 10354903 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 3 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2022 and lives in Tidworth, Wiltshire. She operates all year round, from 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday, except for the childminder's holidays. The childminder provides funded care and early education. She holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises her early years provision, including the aims and rationale for her early years curriculum. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n Children spoke to the inspector about what they enjoy doing while with the childminder. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the curriculum has been implemented and the impact that this has had 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.

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Inspection activities

25 September 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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Inspection activities

25 September 2024 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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