Childminder in Staffordshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 June 2015 13 November 2008

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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 childminder has an exemplary understanding of children's abilities. She provides activities which are precisely targeted to build on what children can do. This ensures they are making rapid progress, especially in their communication, literacy and mathematical skills. They are very well prepared for the next stage in their learning, such as school.  The childminder uses a wide range of teaching methods and activities, which expand children's understanding of the world around them. She does not underestimate what children can achieve, this means they are supported and challenged to think critically and make discoveries for themselves. They are exceptionally well motivated and inquisitive learners.  The childminder is highly skilled and sensitive in helping children form secure emotional attachments. This provides a strong base for their developing independence and exploration. Children thrive in the homely atmosphere and are extremely confident,

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This provision is outstanding

which enables them to access all the rich learning opportunities that are provided.  The childminder is highly organised, and dedicated in her pursuit of continual improvement through training and research. This ensures she accesses up-to-date learning and development issues, such as safeguarding.  The childminder forms strong links with other professionals. Her sensitive and purposeful demeanour means that she can ensure children's needs are quickly identified, and that they can work together to sustain children's excellent progress. This also means children with special educational needs and/or disabilities have superb support to make rapid progress in overcoming any difficulties.  The childminder has a very good relationship with parents. She supports them to extend their child's learning at home, through providing detailed information about activities, which will support children's learning in all areas of development. This helps

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This provision is outstanding

children make the maximum progress possible.

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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 access to resources in the outside play area.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the main downstairs rooms and outside play area.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector undertook a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning documentation, a selection of policies and children's records.  The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to on the day of the inspection.  The inspector took account of the childminder's self-evaluation and improvement plan.

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who attend. This is outstanding

The childminder's observations and assessments of children's learning are excellent. As a result, each child's progress is clearly evident and the childminder knows them very well. Children are highly motivated, and make rapid progress through the stages of development. The childminder makes highly effective use of themes to capture children's interest and ensure they have a deep understanding of many topics. For example, children learn about keeping healthy. They enjoy stories about insects while eating, and discuss what would be healthy foods. They plan their own weekly balanced menus, and make some meals themselves. They understand the correct time for treats and the need for exercise. Children develop excellent physical skills, such as using scissors and drawing patterns, confidently writing their names as their skills develop. Children have secure mathematical knowledge. They use numbers for a purpose, as they collect birdwatching

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who attend. This is outstanding

results using a tally chart, and are confident in using information technology.

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outstanding

The childminder has an excellent understanding of the importance of promoting the emotional well-being of young children, in order to enhance their confidence and self- esteem. Children form strong emotional attachments with the childminder, enabling them to feel happy, confident and secure in this welcoming, stimulating environment. Children develop their independence well, as they access a wide range of toys and resources freely available. As a result, children experiment, investigate and challenge themselves. The childminder acknowledges that there is scope to develop the range of activities available outside, which is constrained due to building work. The childminder is an excellent role model, she skilfully guides children's behaviour so they learn to share toys and behave well. Children are developing an excellent understanding of how to manage their own safety. They are encouraged to assess risks when they attend groups or when crossing

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outstanding

the road, and know their address to inform someone if they get lost.

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provision is outstanding

The childminder has an excellent knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She uses this extremely well to promote learning to the highest standard. She has completed her early years degree since her last inspection. She undertakes regular training, which has a positive effect on her teaching and her own continual development. The childminder reflects on the success of her teaching, by noting how engaged children are in the activities she provides. She meets with other childminders in a local support group, and undertakes research to exchange best practice and to constantly improve her teaching. Children's safety is paramount. The childminder fully understands safeguarding procedures and uses risk assessments to keep children safe, both within her home and on outings. Excellent relationships have been established with other providers and they share information to enhance children's learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY299131 Local authority Staffordshire Inspection number 856478 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 13 November 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2005 and lives in Kidsgrove, Staffordshire. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a diploma in home-based childcare and a degree in early years practice. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. She supports a number of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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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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