Childminder in Leicestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 February 2015 20 January 2012

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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

 The childminder plans activities based around children's interests and needs. Accurate observations and assessments help to clearly identify the next steps in children's learning, and to build on what they already know. As a result, children make good progress in their learning and development.  Children are happy and relaxed within the warm and nurturing environment that the childminder provides. This good emotional support helps children to settle quickly and grow in confidence.  The childminder has effective partnerships with parents, which ensures that they are kept fully informed about their child's progress and that they are able to continue and extend their children's learning at home.  Children's safety is of high importance. The childminder has assessed and minimised the risks in her home and garden so that children are able to safely use all designated areas for play.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children sometimes do not have the opportunity to use art and craft materials in their free play because these resources are not easily accessible.  The childminder does not make the best use of local community groups so that children can socialise and enjoy an even wider range of play experiences outside of the childminder's home.

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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 children's independence when using art and craft materials by making these more easily available for children to use in their free play  extend further children's learning and social experiences outside of the home, for example, by making better use of local community groups.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities taking place in the living room and kitchen/diner.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector viewed the areas of the premises and garden used for childminding.  The inspector took account of the written views of a parents.  The inspector looked at children's observation and assessment records, the register of attendance and children's records.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability of all members of the household, the childminder's qualifications and her self-evaluation and improvement plan.

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who attend. This is good

Children develop the good skills needed for their future learning and onward to school. Discussions with parents and the childminder's own observations are used to assess children's starting points and to identify their unique next steps. The childminder's enthusiasm and willingness to join in makes learning fun and interesting. Children are confident speakers because the childminder supports and encourages them to engage in conversations. They readily talk about what they are doing, such as how they are styling the doll's hair. The organisation of resources enables children in the main, to use toys imaginatively and follow their natural curiosity. They act out scenes from their favourite stories using play figures as the characters and blankets and play dough to make other props. However, art and craft materials are stored out of sight and this means that children are not always able to use these resources spontaneously.

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good

A good induction to the childminder's home helps children form a strong sense of belonging. Parents share information about children's comfort items and their home routines. This helps them to settle well. The childminder is warm and affectionate towards the children who are clearly comfortable in her care. She is consistent in her approach to managing behaviour, setting clear rules and boundaries to develop children's understanding of right and wrong. Children learn about safety, through gentle reminders, such as why it is dangerous to stand on chairs. They enjoy helping to tidying up and this supports their self-help skills. The childminder promotes children's understanding of a healthy life style by offering a range of nutritious meals and snacks. Also children develop good physical skills by using outdoor play equipment. They go on daily walks in the fresh air and visit the park. However, the childminder has not fully considered the benefits of

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good

children attending local community groups so that they enjoy a wider range of play experiences and more frequently socialise with other children.

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provision is good

Children are effectively safeguarded from the risk of abuse or neglect. The childminder is clear of her responsibilities to protect children from harm. She has the relevant information to report any concerns she may have about a child's welfare. All adults in the household are vetted. Daily checks ensure that all areas of the home are safe for use. The childminder has a positive attitude to self-reflection and she continuously monitors her provision. This helps her to think about ways in which to improve her provision. She is fully committed to developing her own knowledge and expertise by attending training courses. The childminder keeps herself up to date with current practice by liaising with the local authority and reading childcare literature. Strong partnerships with parents, professionals and early years providers ensure that a consistent and continuous approach to children's care and learning is sustained.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY429104 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 1003259 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 20 January 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Braunstone Town, Leicestershire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a specialist teaching assistant qualification at level 3.

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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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