Childminder in Solihull

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11/01/2013 12/08/2009

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 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 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 Children are happy, settled and display a sense of belonging.  Children feel content, safe and secure as routines are personalised and well established.  Children's interest is captured through a wide range of fun and interesting activities which support their progress towards the early learning goals.  Children thrive within a safe, secure and supportive environment where their individual care needs are well met.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 Opportunities for children to become actively involved in storytime sessions are not fully exploited, such as by the use of puppets and props.  There is more scope for fun activities to encourage children's control and coordination.

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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 activity indoors and outdoors.  The inspector held a series of discussions with the provider.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning information, and a range of other documentation.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector took account of the information provided by parents and included in the setting's self-evaluation document.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 1992. She lives with her husband and adult child in Olton. The whole ground floor of the house is used for childminding, along with a bedroom on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The family has a pet dog.

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Information about the setting

The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently two children on roll. The childminder attends the local carer and toddler group on a regular basis. She is a member of a recognised childminding association and holds a level 2 qualification in childcare and education.

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

 extend and develop further the use of puppets and props in order to consistently encourage young children's concentration and interest in stories

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

 plan additional activities that involve moving and stopping, such as musical bumps.

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who attend

Children are cared for within a warm and welcoming family home. The childminder offers a very calm, patient and nurturing approach, and demonstrates a good understanding of how young children learn and progress. Children are afforded plenty of time to play and explore within a well-resourced and stimulating environment. Messy play is popular and children have fun as they explore water, sand, glue, papier mache and play dough. They begin to make believe by pretending as they dress up, use the tea set, build dens and play shop. Children take pleasure painting garden gnomes and bird houses, and they enjoy watching selected television programmes when they want to relax. Books excite young children's curiosity and they enjoy listening to stories. Presently, the childminder does not consistently enhance young children's concentration and involvement by making story times more interactive through the use of puppets and props. Nevertheless, she provides

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who attend

interesting and challenging experiences that meet the needs of the children who attend.

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who attend

Children adore trips and outings to places of local interest. At the park, children gain a sense of freedom as they run around the grass, and they test their physical skills as they negotiate the large-scale play apparatus. Children are fascinated with wildlife and enjoy walks along the canal, around the nature walk and through the wooded area. They spot birds and squirrels, search for bugs, talk about the weather and find 'faces' in the bark of the trees. Children are very active and take pleasure singing, dancing and moving to music. Although children develop confidence through a range of practical, hands-on experiences, there is more scope for fun activities to promote their control and coordination. Children are keen learners. They are treated as individuals and are listened to and respected. The childminder is committed to ensuring that children are cared for appropriately for each family. Children are wholly supported at times of transition, and

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who attend

their personal care needs are consistently met. All children and their families are included, valued and feel safe.

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

The childminder demonstrates a firm commitment to ensuring that children feel happy, secure and comfortable. Care practices are good and children form secure attachments which promote their well-being and independence. Children develop a positive sense of identity as the childminder encourages, listens and responds to their communications. Consequently, children use manners, accept responsibility for simple tasks, grow in independence and behave well. Flexible plans reflect children's current interests, and consequently their learning is purposeful and progressive. The childminder is knowledgeable about the children in her care and observations are used to track their progress. Children are well prepared for their transition to school, and parents are routinely kept involved and informed along the way.

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

Children display a good awareness of what constitutes a healthy lifestyle. They adopt effective personal hygiene routines, demonstrate a positive approach towards eating healthily and benefit from ample fresh air and exercise. Activities, such as planting and picking herbs, baking cakes and growing flowers, help children to learn about the world around them. Children enjoy regular access to the childminder's garden where they play ball games, use the playhouse and play with the dog. They become competent at managing their personal needs relative to their ages, and the environment supports children's all-round development and emotional well-being. High priority is given to the safety of children, and the childminder is vigilant and attentive. Children learn about road safety and stranger danger, and respond well to the simple routine which gives pattern to their daily lives.

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provision

All documentation required for the safe and efficient management of the provision is in place. Practice is fully inclusive and the childminder has valuable experience of caring for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The childminder takes all necessary steps to safeguard and promote the welfare of children in her care. An effective safeguarding policy is implemented and the childminder's knowledge of this area is fully up to date. Thorough risk assessments are conducted and include everything with which a child may come into contact. Self-evaluation is good and the childminder demonstrates a positive approach to reviewing her practice.

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provision

The childminder has developed strong relationships with parents and engages in ongoing communication during arrival and collection times. Photographs are regularly supplied and parents are invited to stay and play or share information over a cup of tea. The childminder is dedicated to working in partnership with others to promote consistency of care. Links with other childminders, practitioners and teachers promote effective continuity and enable the childminder to complement the education and care children receive in other settings. All relevant information is routinely shared. The childminder builds caring and respectful relationships with all children and their families.

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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 250239 Local authority Solihull Inspection number 818372 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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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.

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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

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

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