Childminder in Walsall

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 May 2015 2 December 2008

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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

 Teaching is good and sometimes outstanding. The childminder knows how children learn. She provides children with stimulating and enjoyable first-hand learning experiences which ignite their interest. Therefore, children's individual learning and development needs are very well met and they make good progress.  Children are effectively safeguarded. The childminder attends regular training to update her knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures. Consequently, she is aware of the signs of possible abuse, and knows what to do if she has any safeguarding concerns.  The childminder is a well-qualified and experienced practitioner who has a secure understanding of the requirements. She successfully uses her knowledge and skills to provide good-quality childcare and to prepare children for school and future life.  Children form strong bonds and warm relationships with the childminder. They are

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This provision is good

settled in her care, demonstrating that they feel safe as they come up to her for reassurance and include her in their play.  The childminder has established very good partnerships with parents and local primary schools, to ensure children are prepared for the next stage in their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder occasionally misses opportunities to encourage children to think critically and make links in their learning.  The childminder does not always exploit all opportunities to encourage children to develop their independence, in particular at mealtimes.

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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

 make the most of all opportunities to encourage children to think critically and make links in their learning during planned activities, for example, by asking enquiring questions and responding to children's queries  exploit all opportunities to develop children's independence skills even further, for example, by enabling them to be actively involved in preparing their snack.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the 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 checked evidence of the suitability of all household members, and viewed the childminder's training certificates.  The inspector looked at children's records, planning documentation, and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.  The inspector took account of the views of parents provided in a written form.  The inspector observed and evaluated a learning activity with the childminder.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides children with a wide range of challenging opportunities, which are planned around their individual developmental needs and interests. She observes children and knows their likes, dislikes and what they can already do. The childminder completes regular observations of children to check their progress across the seven areas of learning, and identify what they need to learn next. Therefore, all children make good progress, which helps them gain the skills needed to be ready for school. The childminder actively engages with children in their play. For instance, she skilfully encourages children to develop their knowledge of phonics as they pretend to put together a menu. The childminder asks children appropriate questions to help them achieve their goal. However, on occasions, she misses opportunities to promote children's critical thinking to the highest level. For example, she does not always respond to children's questions, or ask enough

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who attend. This is good

questions of her own to engage them in conversations that deepen their understanding. The childminder keeps parents informed of the progress their child is making and home learning is promoted. Partnerships with other settings children attend are established to help maintain continuity of care and learning for children.

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good

The childminder is attentive to children's needs and relationships are strong. She treats them with kindness, which helps to promote children's self-esteem as they gain a sense of well-being. This sense of belonging prepares them emotionally for when they move to school or nursery. Children behave well in the childminder's care. She gives children consistent boundaries and praises good behaviour. This motivates children to want to try again. Children gain good social skills, and an awareness of the wider world through visits to community groups and outings in the local environment. The childminder provides children with healthy meals and snacks and drinks are provided throughout the day. Children feed themselves and make choices in their play, which develops independence skills. However, the childminder does not always exploit all opportunities to build upon this. For example, she does not use snack time to encourage children to do things for

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provision is good

The childminder has a very good understanding of the requirements. Policies and procedures that support children's health, safety and well-being are successfully implemented. The childminder reviews the range of activities she provides and checks children's progress. Consequently, any gaps in children's learning are quickly identified. She constantly seeks the views of parents, children and her improvement adviser. This means she has a clear picture of what is working well and what she needs to improve. The childminder is committed to continuous professional development through training, the result of which is evident in the quality of her practice.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY371445 Local authority Walsall Inspection number 858064 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 2 December 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Walsall. She operates all year round from 8am until 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3.

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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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