Childminder in Worcestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 April 2015 10 February 2009

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is outstanding

 The childminder has an excellent understanding of how children learn and develop. Interactions during children's activities are superb and contribute to children being highly motivated and fully engaged in their play and learning.  The childminder completes precise assessments and uses them exceptionally well to plan for children's individual needs. She provides a wealth of opportunities covering all areas of learning. This means children continue to build on what they already know and make rapid progress.  Children thrive in this caring home where extremely close attachments are evident between children and the childminder. Children are nurtured and listened to. As a result, children are strong, self-assured individuals who are confident to have a go and learn new skills.  The childminder has stringent routines and checks in place to provide a very safe and clean home for the children. She thoroughly understands her role in protecting children

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This provision is outstanding

from harm and places a high focus on the safety and well-being of all children.  The childminder builds wonderful relationships with children and their families. Partnerships with parents and other settings children attend are excellent. This means that there is continuity in children's care and learning and all children's individual needs are exceptionally well met.  The childminder consistently reflects on her practice and evaluates the progress children are making. She identifies her training needs and regularly completes courses to build on and extend her knowledge and understanding. The childminder frequently gains feedback from parents so that she can continue to provide the best experiences for all children to achieve at the highest levels.

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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

 consider even further children's learning styles, such as the repeated behaviour used by children to explore and express their developing ideas and thoughts through play and exploration.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the premises with the childminder.  The inspector observed teaching and learning activities in the indoor and outdoor learning environment.  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 checked evidence of the suitability for all household members and viewed the childminder's training certificates.  The inspector took account of the views of parents and children recorded on questionnaires provided by the childminder.

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who attend. This is outstanding

The childminder has a very strong knowledge and understanding of how children learn and uses her expertise in teaching to provide an outstanding range of learning opportunities. The childminder is fully aware of each child's learning style and provides age-appropriate activities and resources to support them. However, there is scope to enhance this even further by considering the repeated behaviours used by children when they play and explore. Children move freely and initiate many activities themselves. They investigate and explore different textures as they search for dinosaurs in tubs of coloured rice. Children fill and empty different sized containers with rice and sand and think carefully as they use funnels and pipes to pour. Children benefit from prolonged periods of uninterrupted time to play and experiment, which ensures they remain engaged and focused on activities. The childminder instinctively knows when to join in and skilfully

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who attend. This is outstanding

supports their learning. She uses excellent questioning techniques, giving children time to think and respond. This promotes children's speaking and listening skills exceptionally well. Children thoroughly enjoy using their imagination as they play in the role-play area, pretending to feed the dollies and put them to bed. Consequently, children are consistently acquiring the key skills to support their future learning.

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outstanding

Children are extremely happy and settled. The childminder has an excellent understanding of each child's needs and has exceptional arrangements to care for children and support their well-being. Children are highly independent and confident within the childminders home. They freely access a vast array of high-quality resources. The childminder manages behaviour remarkably well. She gives clear explanations as to why certain behaviours are wrong. She is sensitive to children's needs and offers constant praise and recognition for their achievements. Children have daily access to fresh air and exercise because they walk to the park and toddler groups and use the well-resourced outdoor area. The childminder uses many opportunities throughout routines and activities to talk about the importance of a healthy lifestyle.

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provision is outstanding

The well-qualified childminder has an excellent understanding of the learning and development requirements and how to keep children safe. She is extremely well organised and documentation is robust and shared with parents. The childminder seeks parents' and children's views on the quality of her provision. She is a reflective practitioner who strives to offer the best for every child in her care. The childminder continually monitors the educational programme, evaluating the progress children make and identifying gaps in their learning. The childminder works closely with other professionals. For example, she regularly meets with other childminders and uses professional networking sites to gather ideas and to share best practice. She places a high emphasis on her professional development. Consequently, she continues to grow as an exceptional childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 204580 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 865255 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 10 February 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1999 and lives in Evesham, Worcestershire. The childminder operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant 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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