Childminder in Warwickshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 June 2015 12 October 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 well-qualified childminder's teaching is consistently good. She has a good understanding of how to successfully promote all aspects of children's learning. As a result, children of all ages and abilities make good progress.  Children are settled and secure in this homely environment. The childminder forms strong relationships with children and parents. She knows the children and their individual routines well and responds to their needs effectively.  Partnership with parents is strong. The childminder gives parents daily feedback about their child's welfare and progress. Information about children's next steps in learning is consistently shared to promote children's learning at home.  Children's behaviour is good because the childminder sets out clear expectations and boundaries. She is a good role model and values and respects all children as individuals. As a result, children are confident and they play well together.

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This provision is good

 The childminder's garden is a safe and exciting place for children to play and learn. Children have access to a wide range of equipment and the childminder successfully encourages children to explore and investigate.  The childminder has a good awareness of her safeguarding responsibilities and knows how to protect children from harm. Children are safe because risks are promptly identified and managed effectively.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder misses opportunities to extend children's thinking and problem-solving skills.  Children's play and learning is sometimes interrupted due to the organisation of routines.

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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 thinking and problem-solving skills, for example, by asking more questions that encourage children to consider a variety of answers and to work out solutions for themselves  provide more opportunities for children to become highly engaged in activities and to complete them to their own satisfaction, for example, by reviewing routines and giving children more choice about when to do things.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the children engaged in a range of learning activities, play and daily care routines.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector observed children playing indoors and outdoors.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation methods.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning and a range of other documentation.  The inspector spoke to the childminder, the co childminder and the children during the inspection.

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who attend. This is good

Children make good progress and gain the skills needed for their next stage in learning and school. They are very confident speakers, and eagerly participate in the wide range of experiences provided for them. The childminder effectively promotes children's speaking and listening skills. For example, she interacts well with children, and frequently models language so children can hear how words are correctly pronounced. However, the childminder does not always encourage children to think for themselves or to solve their own problems. For example, when playing with soil in the garden, they childminder does not encourage children to think about how they can fill up their containers effectively. Nevertheless, the childminder joins in with children's play and actively promotes their learning. The childminder encourages children to identify colours and she routinely promotes their counting skills throughout everyday activities. Children enjoy being creative

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who attend. This is good

as they paint small bird houses and make marks using a variety or writing materials. Children proudly show off their work, and the praise they receive from the childminder gives them a real sense of achievement.

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good

Children are happy and enjoy their time with the childminder. They flourish in this well- organised and stimulating environment. The childminder is sensitive to children's individual needs. She recognises when children are tired and comforts them, which gives them a real sense of security. Toys and equipment are stored so that children can make independent choice in their play. Children know what to expect throughout the day as routines tend to follow a familiar pattern. However, on occasions, these routines interrupt the flow of children's play and learning. For example, children are asked to stop painting so that they can play outside. This means children are not always highly engaged and opportunities for children to direct their own learning are limited. Children learn about healthy lifestyles and have many opportunities to be physically active. The childminder provides children with plenty of outdoor experiences. For example, they play in the garden or visit the park.

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good

Regular trips to local places of interest are used well to develop children's awareness of the world around them.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. The childminder regularly checks each child's progress and successfully plans for the next steps in their learning. She continually evaluates her provision and regularly gains feedback from parents to help her identify areas for improvement. The childminder accurately assesses her training needs and completes ongoing training to enhance her knowledge of childcare-related issues. She holds a current first-aid qualification and has recently attended safeguarding training. Consequently, children's safety and welfare is effectively promoted. Successful partnerships with parents and other settings mean that children benefit from a shared approach to their care and education.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 201709 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 871053 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 12 October 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1993 and lives on the outskirts of Royal Leamington Spa. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works alongside another registered childminder. The childminder has an early years qualification at level 5.

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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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