Niner, Rebecca Jayne

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 March 2015 17 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 quality of teaching is good. The childminder has a very good knowledge of how children learn and they make good progress in their development.  Children develop a strong sense of belonging with the childminder through her sensitive interaction with them. They are happy in her company and form trusting bonds and attachments.  The childminder has a good understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements, which enable her to care for children safely. She has completed training in child protection, so she can respond appropriately to any concerns.  Positive partnerships with parents have developed and information is shared daily. This ensures there is continuity in children's learning from home to the childminder's setting.  The childminder makes comprehensive evaluations of her practice to support continuous improvement.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The arrangements for sharing information with the other settings that some children attend are not yet as effective as other partnerships.  The childminder does not always provide opportunities for children to develop their independence skills.

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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 partnership working with other settings children attend to share information about children's learning and development  provide more opportunities for children to develop their independence, for example, by allowing them to wash their hands before meal and snack times.

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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 well-qualified childminder demonstrates, through her teaching, a good understanding of the different children's learning styles. The information she gathers, and her in-depth knowledge of how children learn, is used effectively to plan for the next steps in their learning. The childminder shares this information with parents, which enables them to continue to support their children's learning at home. She speaks to parents before children start attending to collect some 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. The childminder uses effective strategies to support children who speak English as an additional language. For example, she uses good teaching methods, such as the use of pictures and key words in their home language. As a result, any gaps in children's learning are narrowing and all children are making good progress. This helps

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who attend. This is good

children in becoming effective early learners, ready for school.

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good

Children are cared for in a safe and welcoming family home. They have plenty of opportunities to make choices from the well-resourced baskets, which appeal to them. The childminder offers a gradual settling-in process, which supports children's emotional well- being extremely well. Children are happy and confident in the childminder's care. They learn to behave well and to respect each other's feelings. This is because the childminder sets clear boundaries and acts as a good role model. The childminder provides a range of healthy and nutritious snacks and she talks to the children about healthy eating to help raise their awareness of foods that are good for them. Children are encouraged to try new activities and have a go themselves. For example, children are given encouragement and praise when they successfully build a train track during their self-chosen play. However, other aspects of children's independence are not always encouraged. For example,

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good

children are not encouraged to take care of their personal needs, such as washing their hands before mealtimes.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how to implement the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She effectively monitors the planning and teaching because she regularly assesses what children are learning. As a result, any gaps in learning can be identified and closed. The childminder accesses regular training and monitors practice, including that of her assistant, which improves the outcomes for children. She has formed positive links with other settings that some children attend. However, there is room to build on these partnerships to support all children's continuity in their learning experiences. The childminder undertakes risk assessments to help promote children's safety on the premises and when out and about in the local community. She takes steps to minimise possible hazards in her home, for example, by installing safety equipment and by supervising children well.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY424070 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 870199 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 6

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Rugby. She operates all year round, from 7.15am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She occasionally works with an assistant. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3. The childminder supports a number of children who speak English as an additional language.

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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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