Childminder EY551732

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 inclusive and dedicated childminder builds exceptionally strong relationships with the children in her care. She creates a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, valued and emotionally secure. Young children receive consistent comfort and reassurance, with the childminder offering cuddles and gentle support whenever needed. This sensitive, attuned approach ensures that children's emotional needs are met promptly and with genuine care. The childminder celebrates each child's achievements with enthusiasm, offering meaningful praise that builds their confidence and fosters high self-esteem. As a result, children develop a strong sense of belonging and trust, enabling them to explore and learn with increasing independence.

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The provision is good

The childminder places a clear focus on helping children develop the skills they need for later life. From a young age, children are encouraged to do things for themselves, which builds independence and confidence. Through everyday routines, they begin to understand the importance of good hygiene, such as washing their hands before eating and after using the toilet. Children enjoy helping with daily tasks, such as tidying away their toys. The childminder gently encourages younger children to join in, embedding these routines from the start. At snack time, children help to prepare their food by safely cutting up fruit and vegetables, which strengthens their hand control and coordination.

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The provision is good

The childminder supports children's behaviour and attitudes through calm, consistent guidance. She models positive interactions, helping young children learn how to manage conflicts and share resources fairly. Clear rules and boundaries, such as using 'walking feet' are reinforced gently and consistently. The childminder is a strong role model, demonstrating good manners and encouraging children to make choices and express themselves respectfully. As a result, children play well alongside each other, showing kindness and cooperation. This creates a harmonious and engaging environment where children feel secure, listened to and able to develop important social skills for later life.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has developed a broad and well-sequenced curriculum that covers all seven areas of development. She gathers detailed information about each child's interests and abilities to establish a clear starting point. Activities are planned to reflect children's preferences and next stages of development. This makes learning purposeful and engaging. The childminder knows the children well and uses this knowledge to tailor experiences that match their needs. She supports children to build on what they already know and can do. As a result,

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need to do better?

19 September 2025 they make clear and sustained progress over time. n Parent partnerships are strong. Parents praise the childminder for her continued guidance and thoughtful care. They receive detailed feedback on their child's development, along with ideas for extending learning at home. Regular newsletters keep families informed about planning, events and helpful advice. The childminder offers tailored support, particularly for military families navigating deployment. This open, responsive approach helps build trusting relationships and ensures families feel reassured and well connected. n Overall, communication and language are well promoted. The childminder narrates play and routines, helping children link actions to words. She reads stories and asks open-ended questions to spark discussion and idea sharing. New vocabulary is introduced with clear explanations. Young children and babies' show confidence when expressing themselves. However, the childminder does

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need to do better?

not consistently repeat words back using correct pronunciation or terminology. This occasionally limits children's ability to hear and learn accurate language, which may impact their speech development and understanding over time. n This organised and dedicated childminder demonstrates strong leadership. She has a clear passion for learning and ensures she stays up to date with current guidance and policy changes. Feedback from parents and older children is actively sought and used to adapt routines, resources and planning. She works closely with local teachers and childminders to support continuity of care and learning. Transitions to school or nursery are carefully managed, with detailed handovers that help children feel prepared and secure. Her reflective approach ensures the provision remains responsive, well-informed and focused on children's emotional and developmental needs. n The childminder takes children out into the community regularly, visiting places

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need to do better?

such as the local library, museums and farms. These outings help children gain a wider understanding of the world around them. The childminder also meets with other childminders and their children, giving children opportunities to socialise in larger groups, practise turn-taking and build new friendships.

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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 support for younger children's early language development by consistently modelling correct vocabulary and pronunciation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY551732 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 10260211 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 7 Date of previous inspection 9 January 2020

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Lyneham, She operates Monday to Thursday from 7.45am to 5:45pm and Friday from 7:45am to 2:45pm Friday, for most of the year. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector and the childminder discussed the provision and the curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder. n The inspector held a meeting with the childminder to discuss how they self- evaluate the provision. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the paediatric first-aid and safeguarding certificates. n The inspector took account of written feedback from parents. n Children spoke and engaged with the inspector during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

19 September 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 September 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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