Childminder in Worcestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 April 2015 17 December 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 childminder organises a broad range of well-planned activities for children, which supports them to make good progress in their learning.  The childminder's home is warm and welcoming. She is caring and kind and children form strong relationships with her. This means children's individual needs are well met and children feel secure in her care.  The childminder acts as a positive role model and talks to children in a respectful and calm manner. She provides clear guidance to children about what is acceptable behaviour and promotes good behaviour through lots of meaningful praise and encouragement.  Parents are well informed about their children's development through daily discussions, their child's daily diary and their learning records.  Children have daily opportunities for fresh air, outdoor play and exercise in the childminder's garden. They go for walks into the local environment and frequently visit

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This provision is good

local parks and toddler groups where they mix with other adults and children. Through these experiences they gain many of the skills they will need in preparation for pre- school and school.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Young children are not provided with sufficient opportunities to build on their exploratory and investigative skills.  The childminder does not make the most of opportunities to raise children's awareness of the benefits of healthy lifestyles.

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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 children's exploratory and investigative skills, for example, by providing them with more opportunities for sensory play  provide more activities and experiences that help raise children's awareness of the benefits of healthy lifestyles, for example, include children in discussions about healthy foods and drinks and discuss the importance of hand washing.

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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 and outdoor learning environment.  The inspector looked at a sample of policies, children's assessment records and planning documentation.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability for all household members and viewed the childminder's training certificates.  The inspector took account of the views of parents and children recorded on questionnaires provided by the childminder.

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who attend. This is good

Children make good progress because the childminder plans varied play activities around the children's interests, which cover all areas of learning. A range of activities help children to develop their reading and writing skills ready for starting school. For example, young children use a selection of paper and crayons to make marks. The childminder promotes children's communication and language skills because she talks to them throughout the day. Young children excitedly use musical instruments to make sounds and show good control and coordination as they wriggle and move to music. However, younger children are not provided with enough opportunities to investigate and explore, using their senses, in order to learn more about the world around them. Pre-school children explore life cycles, such as that of the chicken and egg. They plant vegetables and learn about compost. Planning and assessment arrangements are good and are regularly shared with

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good

The childminder's home is safe and welcoming. She has an abundance of toys and resources, which are stored effectively so that children have easy access to them. Children are happy and content in the childminder's care. The childminder is affectionate and children readily climb on her lap for a cuddle. Good settling-in procedures ensure that children are ready for the move from home to the childminder's care. She has house rules, which are shared with parents and children. Consequently, children are aware of boundaries and behave well. The childminder has a healthy eating policy and hygiene procedures are good. However, children do not consistently learn about the benefits of healthy lifestyles. This is because the childminder does not use daily routines to talk to them about the importance of nutritious foods and good hygiene practice. Children learn how to keep themselves safe because they are encouraged to tidy toys away and they

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She holds a level 3 childcare qualification, which impacts positively on children's experiences. She updates her knowledge of safeguarding issues by attending training. The childminder carries out effective risk assessments and supervises children well. The required checks are in place to confirm the suitability of adults living in the household. The childminder makes sure that her assistant updates his knowledge and skills so that he successfully fulfils is role. The childminder identifies her strengths and weaknesses and has plans in place to enhance her provision. She attends regular training courses, which shape her professional development. As a result, children's learning experiences improve. The childminder seeks the views of parents and they work together to support children's learning and development. She has good partnerships with local

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provision is good

childminders and early years providers, with whom she shares ideas and good practice.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 205014 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 865289 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 17

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 17 December 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1983 and lives in north Worcester. Her son is her assistant. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. She has a level 3 childcare qualification.

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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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