Childminder in Warwickshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 May 2015 14 July 2010

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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 has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Her knowledge of safeguarding is good and she knows how to protect children from harm. She has up-to-date information about the reporting procedures for safeguarding agencies and contact numbers are at hand.  The childminder carries out regular assessments of children's achievements. She fully involves parents in children's learning so that they can continue with activities at home. She has regular discussions, including how they can work together to help children develop their coordination skills.  Parents are very pleased with the care and learning the childminder provides. They express positive comments about the home-from-home atmosphere and the inviting environment where children have a sense of belonging.  The childminder obtains information about the activities delivered in other settings so

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This provision is good

that she can provide similar learning experiences for children. She prepares transition documents to share information when children start in other settings. This means the childminder works effectively with others to maintain continuity in children's learning and care.  Children are well behaved because the childminder encourages their good behaviour with lots of praise. As a result, children are confident and know what is expected of them.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always help children to learn about the benefits of physical exercise so that they increase their understanding of healthy lifestyles.  Occasionally, the childminder does make use of opportunities to help children learn about the reasons for eating the vegetables provided as part of the healthy meals.

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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

 help children to learn about the effects of exercise on their bodies when they engage in physical play  help children to increase their understanding of healthy eating so that they have a better grasp of the importance of vegetables in their diet.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at the parts of the childminder's home used for childminding.  The inspector observed teaching and learning activities indoors and outside.  The inspector looked at a sample of procedures and children's records.  The inspector checked the childminder's self-evaluation form and written feedback from parents.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and the children at convenient times during the inspection.

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who attend. This is good

The well-qualified childminder provides good quality teaching that helps children to make good progress across all areas of learning. She fully engages children with lots of positive interaction, resulting in them being able to listen and to express their understanding. The childminder skilfully asks questions so that children describe textures of various fruits. She provides good challenge for children to cut fruit under her guidance and supervision. The childminder constantly gives praise, such as when children imaginatively compare the shape of a banana to that of the moon. Children's early mathematical skills develop as they count slices of apple. The childminder effectively provides opportunities for children to solve problems as they count how many slices they already have. She them encourages then to say how many more slices they need to increase these to a total of four. The childminder competently extends children's vocabulary by using words, such as crunchy,

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who attend. This is good

to describe how the apple sounds. Children demonstrate good literacy skills as they are beginning to write recognisable letters for their name. The childminder plans effectively for children's individual learning, and she follows on with next steps to build on their achievements.

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good

Children are happy in the welcoming environment where they build strong relationships. They are confident because the childminder listens attentively when they speak and she treats them with respect. There is a strong emphasis on children developing good independence skills, such as dressing themselves. This means that children are well prepared for their next stage in their learning at nursery or school. Children have a clear awareness that the healthy snacks provided are good for their teeth and bones. However, the childminder misses opportunities to build on this good understanding. As a result, children are not sufficiently informed about why it is important to eat vegetables. The childminder frequently takes children on outings to physical-play venues, but she has not yet talked with them about the benefits of exercise. The childminder motivates children to mix with others at large groups, ensuring they grow more confident in these venues. The

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good

childminder has discussions with children about the use of child-friendly knives, enabling them to keep safe during cutting activities.

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provision is good

The childminder regularly reviews the activities she provides to ensure they are suitable for children. She maintains her professional development by attending training courses, and this is reflected in the quality of the assessments and planning. This means the childminder ensures children make good progress in her care. She also has many opportunities to discuss practice issues with other childminders. The recommendations from the last inspection are effectively addressed and the childminder evaluates her provision to make improvements. She has plans to extend the space in the playroom so that children have enhanced opportunities to explore their surroundings.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY392015 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 859410 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 July 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2009. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 6pm Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a level 3 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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