Childminder in Warwickshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 March 2015 2 March 2009

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is outstanding

 The well-qualified childminder's teaching is outstanding. Interactions during children's activities are excellent, and contribute to children being highly motivated and fully engaged in their play and learning.  The childminder completes precise assessments and uses them exceptionally well to plan for children's individual needs. She provides a wealth of opportunities covering all areas of learning. This means children continue to build on what they already know and make rapid progress.  The childminder builds excellent relationships with children and their families. Every child is nurtured and their contribution highly valued. As a result, children are strong, self-assured individuals who are extremely well-prepared for their next stage in learning.  The childminder has established excellent partnerships with parents, other settings children attend and other professionals. This means that there is continuity in children's

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This provision is outstanding

care and learning, and all children's individual needs are exceptionally well met.  The childminder consistently reflects on her practice and evaluates the progress children are making. She regularly gains feedback from parents so that she can continue to provide the best experiences for all children to achieve at the highest levels.  The childminder identifies her training needs and regularly completes courses to build on and extend her knowledge and understanding. She evaluates the impact of her training in order to shape practice so that she continues to provide an outstanding provision.  The childminder thoroughly understands her role in protecting children from harm and places a high focus on the safety and well-being of all children. She has introduced a fire drill game, involves children in identifying risks, and consistently talks to children about their safety. This ensures children learn from a very early age how to keep

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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

 continue to make the most of professional development opportunities to further enhance the already excellent practice to support the individual needs of all children attending.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the premises with the childminder.  The inspector observed teaching and learning activities in the indoor learning environment.  The inspector looked at a sample of policies, children's assessment records and planning documentation.  The inspector discussed a joint observation of an activity with the childminder. She spoke with the childminder and the children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder, her self-evaluation form and discussed her plans for improvement.  The inspector took account of the views from parents and carers from the feedback obtained by the childminder.

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who attend. This is outstanding

The childminder has a superb understanding of the different ways children learn and develop. She uses her expertise in teaching to provide an outstanding range of learning opportunities. The childminder is completely in tune with every child and understands how to get the best out of them in order to support them to make rapid progress. For example, to encourage boys to make marks and develop good pencil control, she has developed a train game. Children concentrate, excitedly draw circles with increasing control and gain a real thirst for learning. Children move freely and initiate many activities themselves. They benefit from prolonged periods of uninterrupted play, which ensures they remain focused and engaged. Children thoroughly enjoy using their imagination as they play in the role- play area. The childminder instinctively knows when to join in and skilfully supports their learning. She uses excellent questioning, giving children time to respond and to organise

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who attend. This is outstanding

their thoughts. This promotes children's speaking and listening skills exceptionally well.

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outstanding

The childminder has an excellent understanding of each child's needs and has exceptional arrangements to care for children and support their well-being. She identifies when children may need extra support and reassurance. The childminder has supported children when moving on to school extremely well, and regularly attends meetings with children who need ongoing external support. The childminder manages behaviour exceptionally well. She is sensitive to children's needs and offers constant praise and recognition for their achievements. Children are highly independent and confident within the childminder's home. They use a catalogue to make choices in their play and the childminder consistently follows their lead. Children have daily access to fresh air as they walk to school, play in the park and use the well-resourced outdoor area. They are excited as they talk about the vegetables they have planted in the garden. The childminder uses many opportunities

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outstanding

throughout routines and activities to talk about the importance of a healthy lifestyle.

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provision is outstanding

The childminder demonstrates an excellent understanding of the legal requirements. She is professional, organised and documentation is rigorous. The childminder is a reflective practitioner who strives to offer the best for every child in her care. She continually monitors the education programmes, and evaluates the progress children are making so that any gaps in children's learning are quickly identified. Through her excellent partnership working, she is able to specifically tailor her care and teaching. This means every child receives exactly what they need to prepare them for future learning and to reach high levels of attainment. The childminder's self-evaluation is accurate and focuses on how she can continually improve her practice. She places a high focus on professional development so that she continues to grow as an exceptional childminder. For example, she has recognised the need to further enhance her knowledge to support children with

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provision is outstanding

English as an additional language, in preparation to care for this group of children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY379764 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 858562 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 3 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 2 March 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008. She lives in Water Orton, and holds a childcare qualification at level 3. The childminder operates all year round, from 7am to 5.45pm, 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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