Childminder in Warwickshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 June 2015 18 August 2011

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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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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Requires improvement The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Requires improvement The setting does not meet legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision requires improvement. It is not yet good because:

 The childminder does not hold public liability insurance. Therefore, she has not ensured that all documentation required is in place and kept up to date.  Children's observation and assessment information is not always well shared with parents. Therefore, children's next steps in learning are not best promoted between the setting and home.  The childminder does not make the best use of the evaluation of the setting. She does not closely monitor her overall practice and ensure that she is fully up to date.  The childminder has not kept Ofsted informed about changes to personal details.

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It has the following strengths

 Children make good progress. The childminder understands how young children learn and develop. She makes use of this knowledge to plan and provide activities that promote their learning.  Children are well prepared for moving on to school. The childminder helps children to acquire the key skills they will need to adapt to the changes ahead. For example, she encourages them to take care of themselves, promotes their independence and helps them to develop confidence in playing with others.  Care practices are generally good. The childminder gets to know children and their families well. She ensures that she is informed of any particular needs children have. She works with parents and professionals to ensure her practices, with regard to meeting these needs, are continually reviewed and any medical advice is consistently implemented.  The childminder is well qualified. She accesses frequent training to boost her

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It has the following strengths

knowledge and skills, with particular regard to her interest in children's education. This has a positive impact on the quality of educational programmes she provides.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 ensure that public liability insurance is in place and continually kept up to date.

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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

 develop highly successful partnerships with parents, for example, by encouraging more of a collaborative approach to children's learning  strengthen the evaluation of the setting, for example, by focusing more closely on ensuring all practice knowledge is up to date, to swiftly address the identified weaknesses and raise the standards of the setting.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 ensure that insurance in respect of liability which may be incurred for death, injury, public liability, damage or other loss is obtained (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  ensure that Ofsted are informed of changes of circumstances as soon as they occur, with particular regard to any change of home address (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  ensure that insurance in respect of liability which may be incurred for death, injury, public liability, damage or other loss is obtained (voluntary part of the Childcare Register)  ensure that Ofsted are informed of changes of circumstances as soon as they occur, with particular regard to any change of home address (voluntary part of the Childcare Register).

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed teaching practice and conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector viewed the areas used for childminding and held discussions with the childminder throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at the documents available, including children's learning records and policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her methods for self-evaluation.  The inspector sought the parents' and children's views from discussions held and written comments available.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder observes and assesses children's development. She makes use of tracking forms, to check children's progress and ensure they are developing well. This enables her to plan and provide activities that promote their individual learning needs. For example, the childminder plays sound lotto games with small groups of children to promote their speaking, listening and social skills. She gives them simple instructions and encourages them to respond. She also helps them to negotiate by taking turns and waiting for their go. This ensures children continue to make good progress. Therefore, the quality of teaching is good. Partnerships with parents are established and some information is well shared. Parents are encouraged to contribute to their children's learning. However, not all partnerships with parents are highly successful. The childminder does not always share information with them about how they can promote their children's learning at home.

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who attend. This is good

Therefore, the promotion of children's next steps in learning between the setting and home is not always consistent.

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requires improvement

The childminder makes use of documentation to underpin her practice and promote children's well-being. However, she does not ensure that all documentation is equally well maintained. Consequently, she does not hold public liability insurance. While the impact on children is minimal, this is a breach of requirements. Children enjoy their time at the setting and demonstrate that they are motivated to learn. The environment is bright and stimulating. Resources are easily accessible and children readily choose what they want to do. The childminder is friendly and fun. From the outset, she forms positive relationships with children in her care. This promotes their confidence within the setting as it helps them to feel relaxed and secure. Children develop good physical skills. The childminder makes use of play equipment outside to encourage children to practise skills in climbing, balancing and jumping. She also seizes opportunities during adult-led activities and the

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requires improvement

daily routine to help children develop control in using different tools and equipment.

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provision requires improvement

The childminder understands the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. However, she is not entirely clear about her responsibility to implement all of them. Consequently, the childminder has failed to notify Ofsted of changes to her own circumstances, with particular regard to moving house. The childminder has recently refreshed her safeguarding training. She is clear about her responsibility to report any concerns affecting a child's welfare without delay. As a result, children are protected from harm. The childminder evaluates her setting and takes into account the views of those who use it. However, she has not used the evaluation to look closely at her own practices. She has not recognised where breaches in requirements have occurred. Therefore, she is unable to swiftly rectify the issues and ensure she is up to date. The childminder has plans in place to promote improvements in the future and improve the outcomes for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY424854 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 852536 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 30

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 18 August 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011. She works with another childminder at the other childminder's house. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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