Childminder in Staffordshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 February 2015 12 March 2010

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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 effectively for the next steps in children's learning, through the use of weekly planning for each child. She accurately monitors children's progress, and this contributes to children making good progress towards the early learning goals.  Children are very happy and settled in the childminder's welcoming and comfortable home. They have good attachments to the childminder who is very caring and attentive to their needs. Therefore, children's emotional well-being is very well supported.  The childminder makes good use of the local community where she lives, to develop children's understanding of the world. She takes children to explore the local woods, where they learn about the changing weather and seasons.  Children are cared for in a safe environment as the childminder takes effective action to ensure the safety of the premises, indoors and outside, and has a good understanding

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children are not always able to freely select resources, such as drawing and writing materials, to extend their good literacy skills.  Opportunities to involve parents in supporting their children's learning at home are not yet fully maximised.

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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

 extend the existing good partnerships with parents, through involving them further in their children's learning at home, by providing suggested activities linked to next steps in learning, to support children to make the best possible progress in their learning and development  review how resources to support all areas of learning can be freely selected by children at all times, for example, drawing and writing resources, to further promote their good literacy skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the premises used for childminding.  The inspector observed a range of activities and spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder and discussed children's learning.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records and a selection of policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder, her self-evaluation form and improvement plans.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder makes learning fun, as she provides interesting resources, such as story sacks. She uses these to promote children's curiosity, imagination and extend their learning. For example, during the story, she asks children questions, to encourage them to think about what might happen next. This promotes their listening skills and encourages them to develop enquiring minds, which are key skills needed to support their future learning. After the story, she explores a factual book about tigers with the children. She skilfully teaches them the meaning of the new word 'extinct', developing their understanding of endangered species. Children demonstrate concern as they talk to the childminder about what this means. This demonstrates the childminder's teaching skills and her knowledge of how to extend children's learning effectively. The childminder shares children's learning journals with parents, to update them about their child's

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who attend. This is good

achievements and progress. However, opportunities to involve parents further in their children's learning at home, are not yet fully maximised.

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good

The childminder supports children to settle happily into her home through gradual settling- in visits. She gains information from parents about their children's care and learning needs through an All about me document. This enables her to support the children's individual needs from the moment they are left in her care. Consequently, children are very happy and confident to enjoy the good quality opportunities provided. The childminder provides a wide variety of age-appropriate resources, enabling children to make lots of independent choices in their play and learning. However, drawing and writing resources are not always freely accessible, to further promote their good literacy skills. Hygiene practices are well established. Children know when it is appropriate to wash their hands, such as before eating or after using the toilet. This also supports their developing independence skills. The childminder is a positive role model who reinforces good behaviour through basic

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good

house rules and lots of praise and encouragement.

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provision is good

The childminder is well organised and ensures that she has effective policies and procedures in place, to promote children's safety and well-being. She has fully met all of the actions and recommendations from her previous inspection. An accurate attendance register is now kept, assuring children's safety in the event of an emergency. Assessments of children's progress are now used effectively, to plan for their next steps in learning. Thorough risk assessments are in place and implemented effectively. As a result, children's well-being and learning needs are well assured. This, alongside the childminder's self- evaluation of her provision, demonstrates her commitment to the continuous improvement in the quality of the service she provides. Partnerships with other settings that children move on to, such as school, are strong. This ensures that effective information sharing takes place, to support continuity of learning for the children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY308169 Local authority Staffordshire Inspection number 820337 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 12 March 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2005 and lives in the Wildwood area of Stafford. She operates all year round from 7am 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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