Childminder in Devon

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

The childminder establishes a supportive and nurturing environment, demonstrating a commitment to providing a home-like setting where children receive attentive and affectionate care. She exhibits kindness and gentleness, actively engaging with the children while addressing their emotional and educational needs effectively. Children confidently seek comfort and reassurance from the childminder, contributing to their overall sense of well-being and security.

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The provision is good

The childminder has developed a curriculum that enables children to progress across all areas of learning. She provides activities based on children's current knowledge and interests. The childminder aims to prepare children for their transition to school. She acknowledges the importance of children becoming more independent and catering to their own needs. The childminder plans effectively to teach various skills that will help them accomplish tasks independently. Children manage their personal care needs confidently. They can put on their shoes and wipe their noses. They practise independence during mealtimes, attempting to cut up their fruit and open their lunch boxes.

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The provision is good

Children behave well. The childminder is a positive role model and maintains high expectations for the children. She provides encouragement to guide their behaviour, such as facilitating toy-sharing by promoting the practice of swapping among the children. As a result, children are making important connections about how this makes others feel.

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need to do better?

n The childminder gathers important information from parents, such as relating to children's routines and interests. She uses this knowledge to plan activities for children to encourage their learning. The childminder provides a wide range of toys she believes the children will enjoy. However, she does not always focus precisely on her curriculum intentions to promote children's progress towards their next steps in learning. As children move from one activity to another, the childminder does not always focus on the specific skills they need to develop. n The childminder places a significant emphasis on literacy and fostering a love of books and reading in children. Her method of reading is both engaging and captivating, encouraging children to discuss the illustrations on each page. She utilises props, such as figures from 'The Three Little Pigs', to enhance children's involvement in storytelling. Children participate by recalling parts of the story

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need to do better?

and repeating familiar phrases. As a result, children expand their vocabulary effectively. n The childminder helps to develop children's early mathematics skills by integrating them into play. For example, during a puzzle activity, she describes

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19 March 2025 pieces as 'straight edges' and assists children in identifying different sizes to fit the pieces together. This approach helps children to develop an understanding of early mathematics. n The childminder offers a variety of enrichment activities that provide children with experiences they might not otherwise have. For instance, the children visit cows that have recently given birth to calves. The childminder explains their diet and bedding, introducing vocabulary such as 'hay', 'straw' and 'calves'. Children benefit greatly from these real-world experiences. n Children benefit greatly from outdoor activities that encourage exploration. In the garden and outdoor space, there are numerous opportunities to enhance their physical skills. Children develop their large-muscle skills by climbing slides and using ride-on toys. Additionally, they refine their fine motor skills by utilising brushes and paints to create marks on an outdoor easel.

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need to do better?

n The childminder aims to improve her practice to assist children and their families. She frequently participates in training sessions to refresh her knowledge and skills. For example, she engages in virtual training with other professionals to exchange best practices. This method helps to ensure that her knowledge and skills develop over time. n Parents speak warmly of the childminder. They appreciate the consistent communication, helping their engagement in their child's educational progress and development. The childminder provides her assessments to parents and assists them in supporting their children effectively through developmental stages, such as potty training. Parents have commented on her 'compassionate and sensitive approach'. n The childminder encourages healthy lifestyles by educating children about nutrition. For instance, during snack time, she discusses the significance of consuming fruits and the vitamins they provide. Additionally, she collaborates

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closely with parents to ensure that meals are healthy and nutritious.

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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 focus interactions with children more precisely on curriculum intentions to promote children's progress towards their next steps in learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 104325 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10380839 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 4 Date of previous inspection 26 June 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2000 and lives in Awliscombe, near Honiton, East Devon. She holds a qualification at level 3. The childminder is available to care for children from Monday to Wednesday each week, throughout the year. She offers funded early years education for children.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder talked to the inspector about how they plan the curriculum and what they want their children to learn. n The inspector observed the childminder's interactions with the children and considered the quality of teaching and the impact this had on children's learning. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including a paediatric first-aid certificate. n The inspector acknowledged the views of parents through written testimonials. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable.

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Inspection activities

19 March 2025 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

19 March 2025 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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