Childminder in Birmingham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 January 2015 18 March 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 The quality of teaching is good. Children benefit from the childminder's very good knowledge of how they learn and they make good progress in their development.  The childminder develops strong bonds and attachments with the children. Consequently, their emotional well-being is supported extremely well.  The environment is extremely stimulating. Children have access to a very good range of toys and equipment to aid learning in all areas of development.  The childminder has a good understanding about how to promote the health and safety of the children in her care.  Children benefit from the effective partnerships that exist between the childminder and their parents. This ensures children's individual routines and specific needs are monitored closely.  The childminder has a good understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements, which enables her to care for children safely. She has completed training

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This provision is good

in child protection, so she can respond appropriately to any concerns.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not provide as many opportunities for parents to contribute their own observations of children's achievements at home.  The childminder does not always use opportunities during routines, such as snack time, to further promote children's independence.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 help parents to share what they know about their child in relation to their ongoing learning and development, and use this information to contribute towards the planning of activities  promote children's independence further during routines, such as at snack time, for example, by giving them regular opportunities to prepare their snacks.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's policies, self- evaluation and evidence of the suitability of members of the household.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder demonstrates, through her good teaching, that she has a well-informed knowledge and understanding of how young children learn and progress. She meets with parents and gathers a range of initial information about their children. The childminder assesses this information, so that she has a good understanding of children's starting points, next steps and can monitor their progress. She feeds this information into the planning and observations, carefully referencing to indicate that all areas of learning are covered. However, parents are not fully encouraged to contribute their own observations of their child. This is so that the childminder can work together even more effectively with them to meet children's learning needs. The childminder encourages children to explore different sounds and to join in with music, songs and rhymes. This successfully supports their communication and language, and literacy skills. In addition, children learn to

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who attend. This is good

recognise the letters in their names and in the environment from the many labels displayed. This helps to prepare them well for the move to nursery or school.

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good

Children move around the home and designated playroom safely and freely. The home and play environments are welcoming and stimulating, further supporting children's sense of confidence and security. Children receive positive support and encouragement from the childminder to value their own needs. Also, they respect the needs of those around them. This helps children to learn to share and take turns in their play and to be aware of and accept the differences they see in each other. For example, they have access to a good range of resources that promote positive images. This helps to support their understanding of the wider world. Children observe and follow the childminder's good hygiene routines during the day. The childminder has completed food hygiene training. She provides healthy meals and snacks for children. Pre-school children learn to become independent in the daily routines. For example, they are able to decide what they would

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good

like to eat at snack times. However, opportunities, to prepare their own meals and snacks, are not always used to fully support their independence.

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provision is good

The childminder undertakes risk assessments to promote children's safety on the premises and when out and about in the community. She takes steps to minimise possible hazards in her home, for example, by installing safety equipment. The childminder works well in partnership with parents and other agencies. Parents report that they hold her in high esteem. They appreciate the care that she offers and the attention, which she pays to keeping them fully informed of their children's progress. The childminder attends training, in order to continue to improve her practice and she is clear about her strengths and areas for improvement. The childminder has developed effective relationships with other settings, including local nurseries and the primary school. This helps to promote continuity of children's care and learning between different environments.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 504698 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 869231 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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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 18 March 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1999 and lives in Northfield, Birmingham. She operates all year round from 6am to 9pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Telephone number

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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Telephone number

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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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

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