Childminder in Birmingham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18/10/2012 25/09/2009

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early years provision

This inspection: 3 Previous inspection: 3 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 3 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 3

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This provision is satisfactory

 The childminder has created a welcoming and well-resourced playroom to interest children and support their learning and development in all areas.  The childminder has established warm relationships with the children so they feel content and secure in her care. She offers a balance of children's choice and adult engagement where she focuses on communication and social skills and making learning fun.  Partnership with parents is open and friendly, and information is exchanged regularly through discussion and the daily diary.

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It is not yet good because

 Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau checks are not in place for every household member over the age of 16.  Planning and assessment systems are limited and are not clearly monitored so they can be used to identify and support the next steps in children's individual learning.  Children are not fully prepared for their transitions and their development supported when they attend other settings as links in these areas are still in their infancy.  Systems for regular and effective self-evaluation to identify strengths and weaknesses are not yet embedded.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are scheduled:  at least once in every inspection cycle. The current cycle ends on 31 July 2016  more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged as inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage; or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised for inspection where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the playroom and a lunch time meal.  The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the visit.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at children's daily diaries, development folders and a selection of policies, children's records and daily records.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector was not able to speak with parents on the day but took account of their views expressed in letters of recommendation.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector checked evidence of suitability for those in the household and for assistants.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 1997. She lives in Shard End, Birmingham with two adult children and one child aged 14 years. The whole ground floor of the childminder's house and the garden are used for childminding. The family has a dog. The childminder holds an appropriate level 3 qualification. She attends the local children's centre and visits the local shops and park on a regular basis. She walks to collect children from the local nursery and school.

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Information about the setting

There are currently four children on roll, three of whom are in the early years age range who attend for a variety of sessions. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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must:

 ensure that an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check is obtained in respect of every person aged 16 and over who lives on the premises on which the childcare is provided.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 review planning and assessment processes to monitor how children are making progress across all areas of learning, so this helps to identify and support the next steps in their individual development

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 develop further systems for self-evaluation to inform the setting's priorities and to set challenging targets for improvement

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 prepare children better for the next stage in their learning by developing links with the other settings they also attend.

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who attend

The childminder provides an educational programme that offers children a wide range of opportunities and an inviting learning environment where they settle easily and soon initiate their own play. The childminder has a sound knowledge of how to support children's learning and development and is beginning to extend her understanding of the new framework. She enables children to make their own play choices as they relax after a busy morning at nursery and generally engages well with them to support their learning through effective questioning and making learning fun. Children's growing confidence in speaking is encouraged by regular conversations throughout the day. They excitedly open and examine the contents of their new nursery book bag and then make their mark to identify who the book belongs to. Both child and childminder together enjoy sharing in the 'Three Billy Goats Gruff' story with the use of puppets and other prompts to bring it alive

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who attend

and enable children to use their imagination as they re-enact the story. The childminder encourages their developing language as she asks them to remember specific words, say what comes next and to reflect back on what they have read.

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who attend

Children have many different resources to promote their understanding of shapes and sizes, such as puzzles and different construction items, and practise their numbers throughout the daily routine. They concentrate as they match shapes together to form a long construction and when asked, inform the childminder it is a 'vacuum', rather than the 'hoover' she suggests. Babies are well supported in daily routines to promote their health and safety and the childminder uses these procedures, such as nappy changing, to engage children with smiles and encouraging sounds so they feel secure in her care. She enables them to sleep according to parents' wishes and has a range of age-appropriate toys for them to access, such as musical toys and treasure baskets, as they are given support to sit up in the special cushion.

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who attend

The childminder provides a warm and welcoming environment for young children which helps them to settle in and feel comfortable with her, and so gain the confidence to explore and try out new things. She seeks information about their individual routines and likes and dislikes at the start through discussion with parents. She often engages enthusiastically to stimulate their learning and is generally able to identify what children in her care can do. However, she is only starting to routinely observe and record their progress. Therefore, she is not yet able to use her knowledge of each child to effectively identify their progress or plan for the next steps in their learning.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children build warm relationships with the childminder, who provides a comfortable and stimulating environment for them and is committed to making learning fun through a range of interesting play experiences. Children happily engage with the childminder as they share activities together, while younger ones are reassured by her smiles and encouragement. Children are encouraged to behave well, take turns and share toys as they learn the social skills to prepare them for life at school. The childminder gives them her attention along with her encouragement, which increases their self-confidence and independence.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children are encouraged in healthy lifestyles as they walk daily in the fresh air to school or visit the park. They like to take part in football games outside in the garden or practise their coordination skills on the large climbing frame. Babies are learning to sit confidently and to grasp items put within their reach. Their health is well supported through daily routines and the childminder encourages children to try out different healthy options during snack and lunch time, always mindful of any dietary or health needs. Children are learning about safety as they play through reminders from the childminder, for example, to tidy toys away so that no one falls over them. She also routinely talks to them about road safety and how to evacuate the building in the event of a fire. Children are taken out into the community as they go to the shops or the park and attend other groups to widen their social and play experiences. This helps to support their all-round development in

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

preparation for their future educational journey. However, links with other early years provisions where children also attend have yet to be fully developed.

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provision

The childminder shows a strong commitment to developing her knowledge and practice by attending a range of relevant courses and identifying others that she wants to complete. She liaises with local childminders so she can share good practice and keep herself informed of any changes. The childminder consults with parents with regard to their views on her practice and these are recorded in very positive testimonials. However, routine systems for regular self-evaluation are not effectively established in order to identify strengths and areas for development in her overall organisation and in the educational programme.

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provision

The childminder has a sound knowledge of her role and responsibilities for safeguarding children and the procedures she needs to follow if she has significant concerns about their welfare. She shares her policy effectively with parents to ensure they are suitably informed. The childminder uses both written and visual systems to ensure that children are, in the main, protected from any hazards and their health and safety is appropriately promoted. She obtains all the necessary information, such as details of parental responsibility and consents from parents, and effectively maintains daily records, such as attendance, to further support children's welfare. However, although she is clear about safe collection procedures and ensuring no unchecked adults are left alone with the children, she has not been proactive in ensuring that all residents over the age of 16 in the household have the appropriate Criminal Records Bureau check. This is a requirement

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provision

The childminder has established an open and friendly relationship with parents and information is exchanged daily both through verbal discussion and the sharing of a general daily diary. She is always there to talk with them and to offer support as required, particularly when young children settle in. The childminder has recently started to set up development folders for the children with some photographic observations, and these will be shared with parents to keep them in touch with their child's development. The childminder offers an inclusive setting and is aware of the need to liaise with other professionals to support any individual needs children may have.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are

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actions)

The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are

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To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Suitability to care for, or be in regular contact with, children)  take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Suitability to care for, or be in regular contact with, children).

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Satisfactory Satisfactory provision is performing less well than expectations in one or more of the key areas. It requires improvement in order to be good. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be inspected again within 12 months of the date of this inspection.

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Grade Judgement Description

Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Setting details

Unique reference number 228549 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 818353 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted', which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk.

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

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Type of provision

Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises that are usually their own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. 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

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Type of provision

Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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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Type of provision

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Type of provision

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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