Childminder in Sandwell

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 July 2015 11 April 2011

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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 Good 2

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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 is clear about her responsibility to safeguard the children. She has a good knowledge of the signs of abuse. She knows what action to take in the event of a welfare concern regarding a child in her care.  The childminder provides a safe environment and she supervises children at all times. She has a range of policies and procedures to help her manage her provision along with risk assessments to help to keep children safe. She has also considered risks associated with her pet dog and cat.  The quality of teaching is good. The childminder is well qualified and continues to attend training. She has a good knowledge of the learning and development requirements. This has a positive impact on the learning experiences she offers. As a result, all children make good progress in their learning and development.  Children are very happy, confident and settled in the childminder's welcoming home.

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This provision is good

 The childminder helps children to develop an early awareness and appreciation of diversity.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children are not always given enough time to explore and investigate to enable them to develop their own ideas and lead their own learning.  The childminder does not always share detailed information regarding children's next stage of learning with parents.

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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

 ensure that children have sufficient time to explore and investigate independently and develop their own ideas  provide more detailed information regarding children's next stage of learning to parents to enable them to continue their child's learning at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and reviewed the quality of teaching.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning documentation, and a range of other documentation including policies and procedures.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation document.  The inspector reviewed evidence regarding the suitability and qualifications of adults living and working on the premises.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder uses regular observation to assess children's abilities and check their progress. Alongside their current interests, this information is used to plan for each individual child's needs. For this reason, all children are making good progress towards the next stage of their learning. The childminder promotes children's communication skills especially well through many conversations. She promotes children's mathematical development well. She encourages the children to count as they play chasing and hiding games. She asks the children to compare the different sized toys and resources. Children have access to many books to ensure that they see words in print and to promote their early literacy skills. This means children develop skills for future learning. The childminder is mindful of children's next steps in learning and skilfully weaves these into children's play. However, she does not always give children time to develop their own ideas before

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good

Children's behaviour is good. The childminder effectively models good manners and she has age-appropriate rules for children to follow in her home. Visits to local groups and other childminders enhance children's social skills in preparation for the later move on to school. The childminder helps children to learn to keep themselves safe. They learn about the effects of the sun and heat on their health. They know why they need to wash their hands before eating and after touching the childminder's pets. The childminder works in partnership with parents so that the children are provided with nutritious and healthy snacks and meals. Children enjoy daily exercise and fresh air. This means that children learn about the importance of exercise and healthy lifestyles. Children demonstrate that they are developing the skills and attributes they need to be ready for school. They listen attentively and follow instructions as they help to select activities and resources.

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provision is good

The childminder reflects on her work and is committed to improving her provision. She includes parents and children in her self-evaluation. She seeks advice and support from the local authority and shares best practice with other childminders. The childminder adds to her skills and knowledge through attending training and personal online research. The childminder exchanges some information about children's progress with parents. However, she does not share detailed information about children's next stage of learning. This means that parents do not have all available information to help them to provide consistent support for children's learning at home. The childminder is highly regarded by parents who comment they, 'Cannot recommend her enough'.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 255092 Local authority Sandwell Inspection number 866924 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 11 April 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1997. The childminding provision operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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