Childminder in Worcestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 July 2015 19 May 2009

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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 Outstanding 1

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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 works exceptionally well with parents to involve them in their child's learning. They are very well informed of their child's achievements and goals through discussion, daily diaries, monthly newsletters and weekly updates of their child's learning journals. The childminder knows the children extremely well as she completes comprehensive, three-monthly assessments with parents.  Children are very settled and happy. They form very good relationships with their peers and the childminder, developing a positive sense of belonging and strong emotional well-being. The childminder readily shares affection with them.  Children make good progress in all areas of their development and learning. They thrive as they benefit from the childminder's strong teaching skills, one-to-one attention and positive interaction. Children are independent learners who are motivated and busy. They easily access a vast range of high-quality toys that match their

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This provision is good

interests.  The childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and has thorough records to meet the requirements. She is committed to providing a high- quality learning environment both indoors and outside. She actively reviews her practice and attends training. As a result, she has a clear vision to drive improvement.  Children are very well cared for in a safe and well-organised environment. The childminder gives safety a high priority and is well prepared for emergencies. She has stringent safety measures in place for outings, such as the use of high-visibility jackets. The childminder takes time to explain to children how to stay safe and involves them in assessing risks.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not take all opportunities to build as far as possible on children's language skills.

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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

 provide more challenging teaching that increases the potential for achieving the best possible progress in children's language development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed teaching and learning activities indoors.  The inspector looked at a sample of policies, children's assessment records and planning documentation.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder when appropriate.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and discussed the self-evaluation form.  The inspector took account of the views of parents and children expressed in the children's records and responses to the childminder's questionnaires.

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who attend. This is good

Children benefit from a wealth of craft and sensory play opportunities. They develop good hand-to-eye coordination as they put textured resources in and out of pots. Children are inquisitive and explore with fascination the feel of different textures. They imitate the childminder's clear repetition of new words. However, the childminder's good teaching does not yet offer the potential to achieve the best possible progress in children's language development because she does not use all opportunities to challenge their learning as far as possible. The childminder skilfully brings learning into conversations and routines, encouraging counting while changing children's clothes. She plans experiences and topics that they enjoy. Parents get involved and attend outings, such as to the zoo or a train ride, providing a wealth of experiences for the family. Parents are extremely well informed of children's progress and borrow resources, such as building bricks, from the

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who attend. This is good

childminder so they can see for themselves their child's progress. Children are very well prepared for starting school. They recognise their name in print and begin to write it for themselves.

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outstanding

Children form friendships at toddler groups and enjoy walks with other families to the park to feed the ducks. The childminder offers enthusiastic encouragement and praise. As a result, children make rapid progress in developing their self-confidence. They are proud of their achievements and join in with lots of clapping. Children make rapid progress in developing their physical skills, such as learning to walk and climb. They thrive on the fresh air and exercise they receive when walking to and from school. Children benefit from using the highly stimulating and well-resourced garden, developing their imagination as they play in the playhouse and mud kitchen. Children concentrate very well as they persist with jigsaws and listening to stories. These skills help prepare children for starting pre- school. Children learn about the importance of healthy eating and exercise as the childminder promotes their understanding during everyday routines. Children have

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outstanding

thorough handwashing routines and understand why this is important. Young children take responsibility as they readily tidy away toys so they do not fall over them.

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provision is good

Excellent working relationships with parents ensure children's needs are met. She provides advice, displays useful information and attends health appointments to support parents. Good partnerships with other settings that children attend mean that relevant information is shared and children are well supported in their learning and care. The childminder seeks parents' and children's views through discussion and questionnaires. Children benefit from the continuous improvements the childminder makes because they are provided with well- planned, structured activities, such as gardening, that promote their learning. The childminder attends school events to help prepare children for their next stage in learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 204788 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 865269 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1997 and lives in Kidderminster. 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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