Childminder in Birmingham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 July 2015 10 September 2009

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Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Requires improvement 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 ensure she plans effectively to meet children's individual learning needs so that she quickly closes the gaps in children's development. This means that pre-school children do not develop all relevant skills for their future learning at school.  The childminder does not always meet the ratios for the number of children in her care at any one time. This means that children's well-being is not always fully promoted.  The childminder does not check the contents of the first-aid box and this means she does not know if these supplies are suitable for use with children.  The childminder does not evaluate her practice with regard to children's learning. As a result, she does not make changes that are focused on children's individual learning needs.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder carries out regular observations of children's development and has regular discussions with parents about activities they can continue at home.  All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities regularly attend groups where they learn to mix with others. This means that they develop social skills and have opportunities to try out a wide range of resources.  The childminder understands her responsibility to protect children from harm. She keeps up-to-date contact numbers of safeguarding agencies and understands the procedures to follow, should she have concerns about children in her care.  Children learn to share and take turns during activities, ensuring they develop a regard for the needs of others. Children learn to keep safe during outside play.

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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 the educational programmes are implemented through planned, purposeful play and experiences that meet the individual learning needs of children so that they are effectively prepared for school  ensure the number of children aged under five years does not exceed the ratios permitted so that their care needs can be fully met  ensure a first-aid box is appropriately maintained with suitable supplies that can be used with children in the event of accidents or injuries.

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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 the methods for reviewing and monitoring practice so that weaknesses are quickly identified and action is taken to address these.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at the areas of the childminder's home used for the care of children.  The inspector observed teaching and learning activities indoors.  The inspector looked at a sample of procedures and children's records.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and reviewed written feedback from parents.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at convenient times during the inspection.

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who attend. This requires improvement

The quality of teaching is inconsistent and, as a result, children do not make good progress in their development. The childminder does not plan effectively to meet the individual learning needs of all children. She does not stimulate children's interests sufficiently during activities. Therefore, she does not engage them fully because activities are sometimes mundane. The childminder repeats the names of colours so that children can learn these. However, she does not ensure they are secure in recognising them. At times, the childminder responds positively to children's interests. For example, she plans activities with toy bricks so that they can use these during imaginative play. Children's understanding is generally promoted because the childminder asks some questions and waits for their responses. The childminder encourages children to make marks and they draw pictures for parents. She includes reasonable levels of challenge for younger children

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who attend. This requires improvement

to climb and explore large-play equipment in the park. She gives regular praise for their effort and this means that children are motivated to keep on trying.

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requires improvement

Children's care is not always fully promoted because on occasion, the childminder does not adhere to the ratios in line with the requirements. Despite this, children are happy in her care and they demonstrate that they feel emotionally secure because they sit close by her during activities. Children develop some levels of independence because the childminder perseveres in her encouragement to promote their self-help skills. Therefore, pre-school children learn to put on their shoes with no assistance and younger children choose resources for play. She gives appropriate support and this builds their confidence. Children have a secure understanding of healthy lifestyles that includes regular exercise. Children play outside daily and enjoy riding on bikes and scooter, resulting in them developing a wide range of physical skills.

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provision requires improvement

The childminder has a reasonable understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. However, she does not ensure that the contents of first-aid boxes are within the expiry date and that they are appropriately stocked. The childminder regularly attends training, which helps to enhance her management of children's good behaviour. She has adequately addressed the recommendations from the last inspection. However, the well-qualified childminder does not monitor activities to ensure children's learning needs are consistently met. She does not use effective teaching methods so that children have learning experiences that are tailored to their needs. The childminder obtains information about children's achievements from other settings so that she can continue with similar activities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 504621 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 855527 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 10 September 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1985. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She offers funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children, and has a 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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