Childminder in Leicestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 June 2015 17 November 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

 Teaching is good. The childminder and her assistant plan a wide variety of activities and play experiences that take account of children's interests and individual learning needs. This helps children make good progress in all areas of their learning.  The childminder values each child as a unique individual. Children feel safe and secure while in the childminder's care. Strong relationships have developed between the childminder, the children and each other.  Children are protected as the childminder takes effective action to identify and minimise potential risks within the home and garden. Safeguarding procedures are well-known and training is accessed to ensure knowledge and understanding of child protection remains secure.  Good relationships have developed between parents, the childminder and her assistant which enables important information to be shared about children's individual needs. The childminder evaluates the service she provides, gathering the views of parents and

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This provision is good

children. The information is used to take effective steps to enhance the service provided.  The childminder works closely with other early years providers who are involved in children's lives, developing clear channels of communication to promote continuity of care and learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not have the opportunity to continue their understanding of the written word and numbers in the outdoor environment.

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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

 increase opportunities for children to continue their understanding of the written word and numbers within the outdoor learning environment, for example, through the use of signs and labels.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used for childminding, observed her interaction with the children and discussed all aspects of her practice.  The inspector took account of the parents views through written feedback.  The inspector looked at children's observation and assessment records.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability and that of her assistant, her qualifications and her self-evaluation.

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who attend. This is good

Children engage in a wide variety of activities that capture their imagination and successfully promote their learning. The childminder and her assistant observe, assess and identify children's next steps and use the information to plan effectively for their needs. Children make marks using chalks when playing in the sand and use large paintbrushes with water in the garden. More confident children identify the sound of the letter that their name begins with. Indoors, children see labels, letters and numbers to support their growing awareness that print has a meaning. However, this does not extend into the garden to support their learning further. Children develop good self-help skills and their independence is nurtured. They make informed choices throughout the day and enjoy making their own food for snack time. They use knives safely, butter their bread and make their own sandwiches.

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good

The childminder provides a welcoming, relaxed environment. Children and their families spend time gradually familiarising themselves with the routine and getting to know each other. This supports children's feeling of belonging and the transition from home into the childminder's care. Behaviour is good. Children receive lots of praise, encouragement and positive reinforcement that builds their confidence and they feel good about what they do. Children develop good social skills as they meet children at different groups and enjoy talking to each other about what they have done with their families. Children benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise each day and enjoy spending lots of time outdoors. They enjoy planting and growing different fruit and vegetables to eat as part of their snacks, which also encourages their understanding of the food chain and their knowledge of healthy foods.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements. She and her assistant ensure children enjoy a wide variety of learning experiences that support them in readiness for school. Children play in a safe, secure environment and they learn the importance of crossing the road safely when out. Suitability checks for the childminder and her assistant have been completed. The childminder works closely with her assistant to monitor, practice and identify training that will benefit the provision. The childminder has introduced different props to support story time following a recent training course about promoting communication. Since her last inspection she has reviewed all policies and uses self-evaluation positively to continually enhance the service she provides.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY396206 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 859768 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 17 November 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2009. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am until 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder and her assistant hold 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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