Childminder in Telford and Wrekin

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 June 2015 31 March 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 attends relevant safeguarding training. She knows and understands what procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child in her care.  The childminder uses a range of effective teaching methods to help the children learn and develop. As a result, children make good progress in relation to their starting points.  Children benefit from visiting groups where they socialise with other children and adults to develop their confidence. This means that children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning, such as starting school.  Children are happy and settled with the childminder. She builds good relationships with children, and effectively promotes their personal, social and emotional development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always ensure that she involves all parents in their children's learning.  Children's independence skills are not consistently extended.

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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 opportunities for parents to contribute to their children's learning, for example, by encouraging them to share information about their child's achievements and interests at home  enhance opportunities for children to develop their independence skills, for example, by encouraging them to make more choices from the range of resources available.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector viewed the areas of the premises and garden used for childminding.  The inspector looked at children's observation and assessment records.  The inspector observed children's activities indoors and outside in the garden.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualification and the suitability of all adults living in the household.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a good knowledge of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Observations reflect an accurate assessment of children's development and show a clear picture of where they are in their learning. A progress check for children between the ages of two and three years is carried out. This means parents receive relevant information on their child's progress and any additional support they may need. Children have a good balance of child- and adult-led activities to promote their learning and development. As a result, children remain motivated and enthusiastic learners. However, children are not learning to become independent in relation to making choices about what resources they choose to play with. Children express themselves through a range of art and craft activities which they enjoy. This helps to support their exploration and curiosity skills.

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good

The childminder effectively gathers information from parents about children's needs, routines and preferences prior to them starting. This helps to ensure children receive a positive and smooth move into her care. Children seek out the childminder to participate in their activities. They settle on her lap for a story as they excitedly turn to their favourite pages in the book. Children's behaviour is managed sensitively in accordance to their age and stage of development. The childminder is a good role model as she supports children to learn to share and take turns with toys and equipment. Children are developing skills to understand how to keep themselves safe. They take part in regular emergency evacuation procedures. Children take sensible risks as they play, such as negotiating the step into the garden. Children learn about the benefits of healthy lifestyles. They have regular opportunities for outdoor play and make full use of local parks to develop their physical

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provision is good

All adults in the household have undergone relevant checks to ensure their suitability. Ongoing effective risk assessments and daily visual checks ensure that any hazards are identified and minimised. The childminder gives a high priority to safety and maintains a comprehensive record of all visitors to the premises. Where children attend other settings, the childminder is working to extend the partnerships and exchange information to further promote consistency in children's learning. The childminder has developed a positive relationship with parents. A daily verbal exchange of information about their child's day is in place. However, the childminder does not fully involve parents in discussions about their child's next stage in learning. For example, she does not ask parents to share details of children's interests and achievements at home, so that these can be built on. The childminder is keen to develop her practice and has addressed all the recommendations

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provision is good

raised at the last inspection. She regularly attends training to ensure she keeps up to date with the latest practice.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY344560 Local authority Telford & Wrekin Inspection number 857308 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 31 March 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006 and lives in St Georges, Telford. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, 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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