Childminder in Birmingham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15/02/2013 06/12/2010

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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

 Children feel safe and secure with the childminder, who has a warm and caring approach. They settle quickly in her care and form close attachments.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote the safety of children in her care and they are supervised well at all times.  Children behave well as they are provided with clear guidance from the childminder about sharing resources and thinking about others.

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It is not yet good because

 The childminder is still developing her knowledge of the learning and development requirements of the revised Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage.  Opportunities for children to access and explore a wide range of different resources to help develop their early writing and mathematical skills have yet to be fully embraced.  The focus for self-evaluation to inform the setting's priorities and set challenging targets to secure continuous improvement is not fully embraced.

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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 conducted a tour of the premises during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held discussions with the childminder and children during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder engage in a range of indoor learning activities and care routines with the children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability of adults on the premises, a selection of policies and children's records.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 2006 on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her partner, two adult children and two children aged five years and under 12 months, in the Bartley Green area of Birmingham. She uses the whole ground floor of the premises, which includes access to bathroom facilities. The first and second floor of the premises are not used. She is able to collect children from local schools and nurseries.

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Information about the setting

There are currently six children on roll, two of whom are in the early years age group. The childminder works all year round, Monday to Friday, from 6am until 6pm. She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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must:

 improve the implementation of the educational programmes by: making use of guidance, such as 'Development Matters in the Early Years Foundation Stage' to make best-fit judgements about whether a child is showing typical development for their age, may be at risk of delay or is ahead for their age.

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

 improve the opportunities for children to access and explore a wide range of different resources, for example, puzzles with large pieces to support success in fitting shapes into spaces and resources to support children's early writing skills

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

 devise and implement a thorough self-evaluation process, which strengthens the links between identified priorities and plans for improvement that supports children's achievements over time.

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who attend

Children are happy, content and enjoy attending this homely environment. The childminder has a satisfactory knowledge of how children learn and develop. She is still developing her knowledge of the revised framework, with a particular emphasis on the learning and development aspects of her practice. There is room to improve the use of guidance, such as 'Development Matters' to ensure that learning experiences are fully matched to children's individual learning needs, to help them make best progress.

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who attend

Children are supported by a childminder, who knows them well. She fosters their language development appropriately through regular conversations and asking them questions to prompt a response. Children enjoy looking at their favourite books and singing songs, such as 'Twinkle twinkle'. They have time to explore and investigate a range of electronic resources, and play well together with the farm building and a range of animals. Mathematical skills, such as counting and recognising colours are introduced by the childminder as children play. Children's understanding of the world is supported appropriately. The childminder introduces activities about different festivals and celebrations and children observe features of the environment around them while outdoors. They learn about animals and wildlife when they visit the nature centre or walk in the local fields. Children remember the enjoyment of a visit to the country park and talk

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who attend

about their favourite animals, such as a horse and a rabbit. Children use some materials to foster their skills in expressive art and design. For example, they like painting and sticking activities. However, while children experience a range of activities over time, there is potential for improving how the resources are organised, to enable them to have further choices and initiate and extend their own play. For example, by making available a range of puzzles to promote their understanding of space and shapes and resources to enhance their early writing skills.

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who attend

Equality of opportunity is promoted and all children and their families are welcomed and respected. The childminder works well with parents and offers a flexible service to meet their needs. They have regular discussions at collection times, this is when parents are informed about their child's day and achievements. When children start, the childminder finds out about their interests and their individual needs to be able to care for them appropriately. The childminder does not currently care for children, who attend other early years settings. However, she is aware of liaising with other professionals if necessary to ensure transitions are smooth and children are fully supported.

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

Children feel safe and secure with the childminder, who has a warm and caring approach. They settle quickly in her care and form close attachments. This helps them to develop their confidence and feel reassured. The childminder promotes children's personal, social and emotional development by encouraging them to be sensitive to the needs of others. Social skills are encouraged in preparation for later transitions to nursery and school. For example, children learn about the rules for being together, sharing and having kind hands. Children are praised for their achievements and this helps to build their confidence and self-esteem. They show that they are familiar with the routines of the day. Children help to tidy away toys before lunch and they know that they have to wash their hands before eating their meal. They rest and sleep according to their particular needs and parents' wishes.

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

Children's welfare is fostered as the childminder holds an up-to-date paediatric first aid qualification and is able to deal with their needs appropriately in the event of an accident. The childminder helps children to learn how to keep themselves safe by talking to them about road safety on outings. Children's specific health, dietary needs and allergies are appropriately documented and understood by the childminder. Suitable arrangements are in place to help minimise cross-infection during daily routines, such as effective nappy changing. The childminder encourages children to learn about the importance of exercise. Children walk to and from school each day and visit local parks. A range of healthy snacks and lunchtime meals are provided by the childminder. Children enjoy a varied menu, which includes pasta bake, shepherd's pie with vegetables, yogurts and fresh fruit after lunch.

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provision

Safeguarding children is given appropriate attention, which ensures that they are protected. The childminder understands the procedures to follow in the event of a concern about a child in her care and she makes sure that parents are aware of her role and responsibilities. Parents receive a copy of the safeguarding guidance information provided by the local authority. The childminder creates an environment that is welcoming and safe. She uses a range of equipment, such as socket covers and safety gates to minimise risks to children. The required smoke detection and fire control equipment is in place and children are familiar with the emergency evacuation procedures.

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provision

The childminder has positive relationships with parents. A number of policies and procedures are shared with parents and this keeps them informed about the provision. The childminder understands how children learn and generally supports them in making progress in their learning, supporting them as they move onto their next phase of learning. There is scope for the childminder to make better use of guidance documents, such as 'Development Matters in the Early Years Foundation Stage' to further support her in monitoring children's progress across all areas of learning. The childminder recognises the importance of working with others involved in the care of the children to ensure continuity of care and learning. While she has no experience of working with other agencies, she is clear about how effective partnerships support children's individual needs and help them to make progress.

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provision

The childminder has taken mostly appropriate action to implement the action and recommendations from the last inspection. Risk assessments are carried out and this ensures that the premises are safe and any risks to children are minimised. However, the childminder has yet to devise and implement a thorough self-evaluation of her provision, to enable her to identify priorities for improvement that supports children's achievements over time.

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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 EY318452 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 820492 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 6

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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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