Childminder in Leicestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12/12/2012 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: Not Applicable 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 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder provides a wide range of stimulating activities and makes accurate assessments of children's development. As a result, their learning is effectively supported and they make good progress developmentally.  Children are happy and confident in the childminder's care. They are learning to take risks safely and are well behaved. The childminder is skilful at managing the next stage in learning through a wide range of activities and care routines that support children effectively.  The childminder has a secure understanding of safeguarding and this ensures children are competently protected. She works successfully with parents to meet children's care and learning needs and to promote their well-being.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 A programme for professional development is not yet fully established.  The self-evaluation process does not include an improvement plan with clear priorities.

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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 kitchen, the living room and playroom.  The inspector looked at children's records and other documentation.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held discussions with the childminder at appropriate times during inspection.

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Inspection activities

 The childminder reviewed the self-evaluation process and questionnaires filled in by parents.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 2012 on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her husband and two children aged two and three years in the Newton Burgoland area of Leicestershire. The whole of the ground floor, one bedroom on the first floor and the rear garden are used for childminding. The family has a guinea pig. The childminder attends playgroup, physical play venues and activities at the local children's centre. She visits the shops and park on a regular basis. She collects children from the local schools and pre-schools. There are currently two children on roll, one of whom is in the early years age group and attends for a variety of session. The childminder operates from 7.30am to 6pm Monday to Friday all year round, except for family holidays.

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

 review the quality of the provision further to identify all strengths and priorities with a clear improvement plan

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

 plan a programme for professional development to improve personal effectiveness.

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who attend

The childminder clearly understands the importance of promoting the prime areas of learning for young children to build a strong foundation for their development. She talks to children during their play and provides ample opportunities for them to explore toys, and they focus on these while sitting close to peers. They build structures during construction play as they stack blocks and keep on trying to fit these together until they succeed. Children enjoy singing nursery rhymes with the childminder and peers as they learn to maintain rhythm and sound out words. The childminder consistently allows children to play as they wish and they spend time playing quietly on their own or with others. This means children are effectively taking control of their play while actively exploring resources in the environment. As children play freely in her provision, the childminder observes what they can do and makes accurate assessments of their development. She

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who attend

then plans for further learning, focusing on where they need additional support or by setting targets to meet their individual needs. Consequently, children make good progress in their development.

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who attend

The childminder often takes children on outings, for example, to the library. These visits help children to appreciate books that further promote their listening skills as the childminder reads those they have selected. They are developing a clear understanding of the world around them when they look at animals in the fields and visit local shops. Children are challenged to use scissors as they attempt to cut materials, such as paper. They persist in trying and eventually demonstrate their ability to think critically as they solve the problem by tearing off bits of the sheet. The childminder skilfully encourages parents to continue with activities she has started in her provision, such as reading. They comment positively on the progress their child has made in this area. Parents are encouraged to write in their child's learning journal and share information about what they do at home. They express their appreciation of the

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who attend

activities the chilminder delivers to promote their children's learning, and children benefit fully from this joint approach that underpins their progress. The childminder provides stimulating activities to promote children's learning effectively in all areas.

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

The childminder allows sufficient time for children to settle and, as a result, they feel totally at ease in her provision. She has obtained a selection of family photographs and uses these sensitively when children talk about parents, indicating they might be missing them. Consequently, children develop a sense of security as they make links with home experiences while they are in the childminder's care. They are confident and ask the childminder for help when they need assistance, for example, to access resources. The childminder is a good role model for children and treats them with respect. She often invites them to participate in an activity, acknowledging they might decline the invitation even when it is repeated. The childminder then leaves them to follow their preference for play until they are persuaded at a later stage to join in with group activities or to do so of their own accord. The childminder successfully creates a relaxed environment where

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

children are self-assured and freely play on their own or with others.

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

The childminder talks calmly to children and they respond appropriately to guidance. She explains clearly why they should not climb onto equipment and they demonstrate good behaviour by complying with her request to refrain from doing so. The childminder provides clear instructions on how to use scissors and children follow her suggestions as they cut paper. As a result they are learning to take risks and to use tools safely. She encourages tidying away following some play activities. As children join in they develop effective self-help skills by picking up paper from the floor and they access their drinking bottles unaided. The childminder consistently encourages the next stage in development through all activities and prepares them well for their transition to other settings.

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

The childminder ensures that children have frequent opportunities for physical activities. They often attend physical play venues and are learning to swim. As a result, children's large muscle skills are developing well and they are learning about the importance of physical exercise. The childminder introduces new foods and children are learn to sample a selection that are part of a healthy diet. The childminder works closely with parents to promote good eating habits by providing meals in small portions to make gradual changes in children's eating habits.

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provision

The childminder has a secure understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She consistently reviews activities and planning to ensure they are appropriate and provide sufficient challenge for children. Therefore, their learning and development benefit from this rigorous approach and they make consistent progress. She has clear policies which set out the procedures implemented in her provision, including child protection. Policies are updated annually and shared fully with parents. All records required for the smooth running of the provision are available.

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provision

The childminder looks at her provision to identify what is working relatively well. She has used questionnaires to obtain parents' views of the service and has asked for suggestions for improvements. The childminder's practice is evolving and she has identified some priorities for the future, but a clear improvement plan is not yet available. She is aware of the importance of maintaining her professional development to enhance her knowledge, but this is not yet fully addressed for the benefit of the children.

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provision

The childminder works successfully with parents and maintains a consistent flow of communication. She provides verbal feedback daily on children's experiences and supplements this with written information in a communication book. Parents comment favourably on the progress their children are making in the care of the childminder and the high quality service she offers. Children do not currently attend other early years settings but the childminder is knowledgeable about the importance of sharing information to maintain continuity in children's learning and development.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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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 EY447966 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 804391 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

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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.

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Type of provision

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 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,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

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