Childminder in Coventry

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 July 2015 10 February 2011

p.1

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

p.1

This inspection: Outstanding 1

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

p.1

This inspection: Outstanding 1

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

p.1

This inspection: Outstanding 1

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

p.1

This provision is outstanding

 The childminder uses her extensive knowledge, skills and experience with full effect to make sure that children are continually challenged to reach the next stage in their development.  The childminder is highly motivated in ensuring that children's natural curiosity is promoted.  The childminder provides rich learning environments in the designated playroom and outside which contribute significantly to the rapid progress that children make.  The childminder uses the information shared by parents to ensure that planning is successful in maximising learning.  Children's social and emotional needs are exceptionally well met by the childminder. Relationships are excellent, fostering a very strong sense of belonging and ensuring that children are confident learners.  The childminder continually supports children's communication and language development with full effect. She encourages children to think and extend their

p.1

This provision is outstanding

vocabulary. When she asks questions, she gives them time to consider how they want to respond.  The childminder comprehensively identifies and successfully minimises potential risks. Her knowledge of the signs of abuse and her responsibilities to protect children ensure that they are fully safeguarded.  The childminder's superior teaching ensures that children learn how to promote their own good health.  The childminder constantly seeks to improve her practice. She obtains ideas on best practice through various websites and sharing ideas with other early years practitioners in her local community.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 develop the format of the current questionnaire for parents, in order to gain even more detail about their views on the service provided.

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities as children played in the indoor and outdoor play areas.  The inspector observed a planned activity and discussed teaching methods with the childminder.  The inspector looked at evidence of the childminder's qualification and training, and suitability for all adults.  The inspector looked at a selection of children's assessment records and planning, policies and procedures and a range of other documentation.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.

p.2

who attend. This is outstanding

The childminder challenges children very effectively to reach their next learning steps. Planning for learning is tailored to individual needs and interests. The childminder is highly skilled in promoting children's learning in readiness for the move on to school. The wide ranging activities and experiences provided enable children to develop essential skills to become confident and independent. Children are currently interested in the seaside and are learning that they can seek further information about the sea by researching the range of books available. The childminder inspires their imagination as they create the beach and sea for themselves in a large tray. She talks with them about the colour of the sea as they learn about the reflection from a blue sky. Children's mathematical learning is consistently supported well by the childminder. They notice differences in weight, volume and the properties of sand as they experiment. Children are asked to compare their

p.3

who attend. This is outstanding

scientific results and confidently conclude that the beaker of sand is heavier than the beaker of water.

p.3

outstanding

Children's independence is fostered extremely well as they make choices with regard to their play. Their confidence and self-esteem flourishes as the childminder praises their efforts and achievements. For example, with regard to managing their own self-care needs. Children behave well and play cooperatively, readily taking turns and learning the importance of sharing. Children's understanding of their own health and safety is supported exceptionally well by the childminder. She discusses healthy eating with them and they know the reasons why sun cream must be applied. The large garden is used effectively for a full range of activities. There is plenty of space for children to be physically active. Children's physical development and awareness of the natural world are supported with maximum impact in the childminder's outdoor area and on outings.

p.3

provision is outstanding

The childminder is fully aware of her responsibilities to keep children safe from harm. The required suitability checks for family members have been completed. She successfully monitors the effectiveness of all aspects of her provision to ensure that children's welfare is addressed effectively. The childminder keeps her first-aid knowledge up to date. She accesses online training workshops to maintain a high level of teaching. The childminder values parents' views, so that their feedback can be incorporated into her plans for improvement. However, most of the questions in the current questionnaire require them to give only a 'yes' or 'no' in response. Consequently, the childminder does not gain a clear understanding of some parents' views. Others choose to write in detail. They comment positively on communication methods, the variety of activities, exciting experiences, children's progress, and the childminder's good understanding of their needs.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number 504798 Local authority Coventry Inspection number 869240 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 14 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

p.4

Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 10 February 2011

p.4

Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1996 and lives in Longford, Coventry. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. She holds an early years qualification at level 3.

p.4

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.

p.4

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.

p.4

Telephone number

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way. To receive regular email alerts about new publications, including survey reports and school inspection reports, please visit our website and go to ‘Subscribe’.

p.5

Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

p.5