Childminder in Birmingham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 February 2015 21 May 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 provides lots of opportunities for children who speak English as an additional language to learn English and to use their home language in their play. She uses a variety of effective methods to encourage children's good speaking and listening skills.  Parents are successfully involved in their children's learning, and the childminder fosters regular two-way communication between her provision and home. As a result, children receive consistent care and their learning and development is effectively supported.  Children are safe and well cared for because the childminder implements effective safeguarding procedures. She is fully aware of the correct procedures to follow should she suspect abuse or neglect.  The childminder is passionate about providing a high-quality service to children and their parents. She is proactive in updating her knowledge and skills, and regularly exchanges ideas with other childcare professionals.

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This provision is good

 Children are happy and at ease in the childminder's care. This is because she is very caring and responds appropriately to their individual needs.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children's interest in mark making and their early writing skills are not fully promoted. Mark-making activities are sometimes too adult-directed and they are not always planned effectively around children's individual interests and learning styles.  Children are not fully supported to make independent choices about their play and learning. The childminder has not considered additional ways to let children know what resources are available to them, and to help them express their preferences.

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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

 build on the already good support for children's developing literacy skills by: using information about children's interests and learning styles in an even more effective way to plan activities, and provide more opportunities for children to engage in mark- making activities that are meaningful, spontaneous and not overly adult-directed  develop additional ways to inform children of the resources available to them, and to help them express their preferences and make more independent choices about their play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the childminder's home used for childminding.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children during the inspection, and observed children engaged in a variety of activities.  The inspector looked at a sample of policies, children's assessment records and the childminder's self-evaluation form.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members and viewed the childminder's training certificates.  The inspector viewed questionnaires completed by parents and some of the older children.

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who attend. This is good

Children make good progress and are well prepared for future life and school. This is because the quality of teaching is good, and they play in a stimulating learning environment. The childminder uses many aspects of the Montessori philosophy to help her plan and provide high-quality learning experiences. She regularly observes children and maintains effective two-way communication with parents about their children's progress and experiences. As a result, she knows children well. Children enjoy easy access to a variety of mark-making materials and develop good pencil control as they draw around metal shapes. They often colour in pictures and the childminder encourages them to stay within the lines. However, the childminder does not provide children with as many opportunities to spontaneously experiment with mark making. Also, she does not always consider their interests and learning styles when planning these experiences.

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who attend. This is good

Consequently, children's early writing skills are not always promoted effectively and, sometimes, children are not motivated to participate in mark-making activities.

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good

Children show confidence in their surroundings and freely choose resources from the selection available to them. The childminder explains that she has a lot more resources stored in other places around her home, and children can ask for things that they cannot see or reach. However, children may not be fully aware of what is available and some may be unable or reluctant to speak. The childminder has not considered additional ways to help children make independent choices about their play, and to help them communicate these. Consequently, children's freedom of choice is not fully supported. Children's well- being and their knowledge of how to protect themselves and others are successfully promoted. The childminder is softly spoken, calm and considerate. She has high expectations for children's behaviour and encourages them to be polite, sensible and caring. Children listen to what the childminder has to say, and they routinely follow good

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provision is good

The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge and understanding of her legal responsibilities. Effective action has been taken in response to all recommendations raised at her last inspection. For example, risk assessments are now more robust and the childminder regularly practises her emergency evacuation procedures. The childminder shows a strong capacity and desire for improvement. She is constantly reflecting on practice and actively seeks the views of parents and children to help shape her service. She regularly monitors children's progress, and knows where to go for any necessary advice or support. As a result, children's progress and welfare are effectively supported.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY409696 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 879666 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010. She lives in a house in Birmingham. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except for six weeks over the summer. The childminder follows some aspects of the Montessori philosophy. She provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children.

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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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