Childminder in Worcestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 February 2015 12 December 2008

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 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

 Teaching is good because the childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. Children take part in a wide range of activities, and this results in children making good progress in all aspects of their learning.  Children develop strong attachments to the childminder because there are secure settling-in procedures and strong partnerships with parents.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote the health and safety of children in her care. She has a clear understanding of the safeguarding procedures, and effective risk assessments and good supervision ensure children are protected from harm.  The childminder makes comprehensive evaluations of her practice to support continuous improvement.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are fewer opportunities for children to gain an understanding of diversity to challenge negative attitudes and stereotypes.  The childminder does not fully encourage children's self-care and hygiene skills by enabling them to always wash their hands before eating.

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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

 enhance the range of activities and experiences offered to children, which support their understanding of diversity within the community  support children to develop their self-care and hygiene skills by ensuring they wash their hands before eating.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder engaging with children in a range of learning activities.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and engaged with children during the inspection.  The inspector looked at documentation, including a selection of policies and procedures and the children's learning records. She also checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and the suitability of all persons in the household aged over 16 years.  The inspector looked at and discussed the childminder's improvement plans and self- evaluation form.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder is well informed and has a good knowledge of the how children learn and develop. She speaks to parents before children start attending, to collect some good information about each child's likes and interests. As a result, children settle quickly into her home because she can provide activities that are of interest to them. Planning, observation and assessment work well. The childminder uses the information gained from her observations successfully to plan for children's individual learning needs. She monitors children's progress using appropriate guidance. As a result, any gaps in children's learning are quickly identified and planned for and children make good progress in their development. This helps children in becoming effective early learners and ready for school. Children's physical skills are supported well. They enjoy spending time in the garden where they can run, jump and use ride-on toys. Children are developing an

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who attend. This is good

understanding of the world around them. The childminder takes the children on regular nature walks where they collect cones and leaves. However, children have fewer opportunities to gain awareness of other's differences and similarities.

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good

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care. They confidently move around the home and have plenty of opportunities to make choices from the well-resourced baskets. Children behave well with the childminder. This is because she sets clear boundaries and acts as a good role model. Children are given gentle reminders. For example, they are reminded to use good manners and are praised when they do so. Children are learning the importance of keeping themselves safe. For example, road safety is discussed on outings and children are encouraged to hold the childminder's hand when crossing roads. The childminder provides a range of healthy and nutritious snacks. She talks to children about healthy eating to help raise their awareness of food that is good for them. However, other practices to support children's health are not always consistent. For example, children are not always encouraged to wash their hands before eating.

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provision is good

The childminder effectively monitors the planning and teaching because she regularly assesses what children are learning. She gains advice and support from the local early years team and uses action plans devised to drive further improvements. The childminder occasionally works with an assistant. She ensures parents are aware that the assistant helps care for the children and they sign the necessary consents. The childminder accesses regular training, which keeps her knowledge up to date. This helps to improve the learning outcomes for children. The childminder has formed positive links with local schools and other settings children attend. She regularly meets with other providers to share ideas, good practice and information on children's development. This helps to promote continuity of care and learning for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 204687 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 876236 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 12 December 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1992. She works from her mother's house in a village near Upton-upon-Severn. Her mother works occasionally as an assistant. The childminder operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, 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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