Childminder in SolihullOfsted inspection, 17 Mar 2015

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 March 2015 11 February 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 well-qualified childminder is passionate about providing a good-quality service for children and their parents. She proactively seeks and attends training, and regularly exchanges ideas with other childminders. As a result, she keeps abreast of changes in legislation and new initiatives, and is continually refining her strong practice, knowledge and skills.  Children are settled and confident, and show a strong sense of belonging. They are familiar with the daily routine and the childminding environment, and make lots of independent choices about their play.  The childminder effectively encourages children's positive behaviour and promotes an atmosphere of care, consideration and respect. Consequently, children are happy and relaxed, and they develop positive relationships with adults and other children.  Children go on lots of outings and regularly visit the library, parks and a range of community groups. As a result, they develop strong social skills and language, and

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This provision is good

learn about nature and the world around them.  The childminder affords children's safety a high priority. Her home is safe and secure and potential safety risks are successfully identified and promptly minimised.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not fully established high-quality links with other early years provision to help her provide the best possible learning experiences for children.  The childminder does not always make the most of opportunities to teach children about food and to promote healthy 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

 strengthen communication with staff at other early years settings children attend, so that children fully benefit from a shared understanding and a common approach to supporting their progress  maximise opportunities to reinforce messages given to children about the importance of healthy eating and for them to learn about food.

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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, planning documentation and children's records.  The inspector observed and evaluated a learning activity with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members and viewed the childminder's training certificates.  The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to during the inspection and recorded on questionnaires provided by the childminder.

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who attend. This is good

Children make good progress because the childminder provides a wide range of experiences that motivate and challenge them. They participate in experiences with enthusiasm, and successfully gain many of the skills and attitudes needed for school and future life. Younger children learn from the older ones, and children of all ages play alongside each other harmoniously. Interaction between the childminder and children is good. The childminder regularly engages the older children in meaningful conversations, and she carefully listens to what they have to say. Children are given plenty of time to process their thoughts, and they eagerly respond to her comments and questions. Babies babble as they play, and toddlers are starting to put several words together. As a result, children's confidence, and their communication and language skills are developing well. However, highly-effective links have not been firmly established between the childminder

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who attend. This is good

and other early years settings that some children attend. Comprehensive information about teaching methods, children's learning and their experiences is not consistently exchanged. Consequently, children's progress is not always supported to the highest level.

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good

Children's good health is promoted well. The childminder's home is clean, and effective hygiene procedures are followed in respect of family pets. Children experience plenty of exercise and fresh air, and their physical skills are developing well. Parents provide healthy food for their children to eat at mealtimes and children enjoy easy access to water throughout the day. Nevertheless, the childminder does not fully exploit opportunities to teach children about food and why they need to eat healthily. Children feel safe and secure. The childminder has a very caring nature, and is sensitive to children's individual needs and preferences. Regular two-way communication between the childminder and parents means that important information about children's care is exchanged. For example, they share information about children's sleep routines, food intake and behaviour. Consequently, children's care needs are well known and consistency of care is

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. All necessary documentation is maintained, and the childminder attends regular training to refresh her knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures. The childminder shows a strong capacity and desire for improvement. She is constantly reflecting on all aspects of her provision, and successfully uses her findings to refine practice and procedures. The childminder routinely tracks children's progress, and regularly evaluates the experiences she plans and provides. She establishes and maintains good relationships with children's parents, and regularly invites them to share their views about her service. Parents strongly rate the childminder, and value the caring and homely environment that she provides for their children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY103307 Local authority Solihull Inspection number 869623 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 11 February 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2001 and lives in Solihull. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except for family holidays. The childminder holds a recognised early years qualification at level 5. The childminder provides funded early education for three-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

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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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