Childminder in Worcestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 April 2015 5 January 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 quality of teaching is good. Children benefit from the childminder's secure knowledge of how children learn and, consequently, they make good progress.  Children are developing good communication and language skills. They chat confidently with the childminder and she shows great interest in what they have to say. This helps children feel valued and boosts their self-esteem.  Children are happy and enjoy their time at this welcoming setting. The childminder provides a relaxed, fun and homely environment where each child is valued and respected.  The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of how to safeguard the children in her care. She is aware of the possible signs of abuse and knows the action to take in the event of a concern. Consequently, children's safety and well-being are effectively promoted.  The childminder builds strong partnerships with parents, local settings and other

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This provision is good

professionals, and regularly exchanges information with them. This means that children's individual needs are fully understood and well met.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always organise resources well enough to fully maximise children's independent play and learning.  The childminder does not ask parents for a wide enough range of information about children's existing skills and knowledge when they first start.

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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

 enhance children's independence skills and learning by reviewing how the wide range of toys and resources can be made more accessible to children  establish even firmer starting points for children's learning by seeking precise, detailed information from parents about their child's prior learning and development when they first begin to attend.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at areas of the premises that are used for childminding.  The inspector observed a range of play and learning activities and children having their lunchtime meal.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including evidence of the suitability of adults living on the premises, children's development records and a selection of policies and procedures.  The inspector looked at the childminder's self-evaluation form and talked to her about her plans for improvement.  The inspector took account of parents' views provided in written references for the inspection.

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who attend. This is good

Children make good progress in their learning and development in readiness for school. The childminder has a secure understanding of how children learn and fosters their communication skills well. She guides children's play by encouraging their involvement in activities through her attentive interactions. This helps keep them motivated. Children enjoy being creative and use craft materials to decorate their dragon collage for Saint George's Day. They know that a dragon 'roars' and they use their senses as they explore the different textures of resources, such as corrugated paper and feathers. The childminder makes sure all children are involved and supports younger children to play at their own pace. The childminder carries out regular observations of children to capture their achievements and identify their next steps in learning. This information is shared with parents and helps them to be involved in their child's learning at home. The

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who attend. This is good

childminder gathers some information from parents when children start. However, she does not ask them enough about what their children already know and can do, to provide her with extremely precise starting points for children's future learning.

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good

Children's well-being and physical development are fostered effectively. The childminder fully understands how to promote children's emotional well-being by building close bonds with them, and giving them lots of attention and reassurance. The childminder follows parents' preferences with regard to the children's daily routines, dietary needs and time for rest or sleep. Daily feedback to parents works well and they know about their child's daily activities and outings. Good behaviour is promoted well and children begin to learn about sharing and taking turns. The childminder helps children to understand about keeping themselves safe as they play. Children know that 'big scissors are sharp' and learn how to cross the road safely. Children's personal care skills are fostered well and they begin to express their needs with confidence. However, resources are not all organised well, so children are not always able to be fully independent in their play and learning.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. Priority is given to keeping children safe and secure, both indoors and while on outings. The childminder identifies her strengths and weaknesses and has plans in place to enhance her provision. She updates her knowledge and skills through training, which serves to improve her teaching. The childminder regularly meets with other childminders to talk about changes in the early years field and they plan activities for children to enjoy together. She monitors children's progress effectively and identifies any gaps in their learning, and successfully plans for these. Parents speak very positively about the childminder's care and how the children 'love being with her'. They are pleased about the progress children make and the childminder's 'fantastic communication' with them.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY306360 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 856601 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 5 January 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2005 and lives in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday, 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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