Childminder in Worcestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 July 2015 11 November 2008

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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

 Since the last inspection, the childminder has adapted the environment further to ensure that resources and activities are easily accessible to all children. Children display high levels of confidence and motivation as they keenly choose what they would like to play with.  The quality of teaching is exceptional. The childminder adapts activities to meet the learning needs of each individual child and they all make rapid progress in their learning.  The childminder has an expert knowledge and understanding of how young children develop and learn. She provides children with activities that are interesting and promote their enthusiasm for learning. Children are highly engaged and eager to play and explore.  Care practices are outstanding. The childminder spends time getting to know children and their families well. She is incredibly sensitive to children's individual care needs and ensures these are consistently well met. Children settle quickly into the setting because

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This provision is outstanding

they feel safe and secure.  Children form extremely positive relationships with the childminder. She treats all children equally and as an extension of her own family. They seek reassurance from her and are happy, relaxed and comfortable in her care.  The childminder is well qualified. She accesses courses and conducts her own research to keep her knowledge and skills up to date. She also frequently meets with other childminders to share practice ideas. This proactive approach has a positive impact on the quality of care and education children receive.  Partnership working with parents, other providers and professionals is excellent. The childminder fully promotes a two-way flow of information about children's care and learning needs, which helps her to meet all children's needs exceptionally well.

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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

 continue to enhance the play experiences children benefit from, particularly in relation to children who prefer to learn outdoors.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed teaching practice and conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector viewed the areas used for childminding and held discussions with the childminder.  The inspector looked at the documents available, including children's learning records, policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her methods for self-evaluation.  The inspector sought the views of parents from the written comments available.

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who attend. This is outstanding

The childminder checks children's progress frequently. She makes precise assessments and is clear about what children need to achieve next. The childminder makes excellent use of the information she gathers to plan activities and guide the learning of children of different ages through play. For example, when children show delight in using pasta and different sized containers, the childminder uses this to focus on building the youngest children's self-confidence by encouraging them to take part and explore. Older children's small-muscle skills are supported by encouraging them to pick up objects using one finger and thumb. She also helps to promote children's communication and language skills by asking them simple questions and giving them time to respond. There is a carefully targeted approach taken towards those children who need additional support in their learning. This means the earliest possible interventions are sought and any gaps in their

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who attend. This is outstanding

development are rapidly closing. All children make excellent progress and are exceptionally well prepared for the next stage of their learning, such as school.

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outstanding

Keeping children safe from harm is central to everything the childminder does. Well- considered documentation and care practices ensure that the childminder promotes children's excellent health and physical well-being. The childminder teaches children how to keep themselves healthy and safe so that they are able to make their own sensible choices in the future. Children's social and emotional skills are promoted exceptionally well in preparation for the next stage of their learning. From the earliest age, children are encouraged to develop independence in being able to do things by themselves. They learn to play well with others and respect each other. The childminder teaches children about caring for each other and the environment. She gives them the responsibility of carrying out small tasks. Children enjoy helping the childminder to set up activities as they respond promptly to simple instructions and share the jobs between themselves.

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provision is outstanding

The childminder's understanding of her responsibility to meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage is inspirational. The childminder consistently implements policies and procedures that underpin her outstanding practice. She is very clear about the procedures to follow should she have any concerns regarding a child's welfare. She assesses risks within the environment and ensures that these are minimised. This makes sure children's safety and welfare are promoted to the highest possible level. The childminder's self-evaluation is rigorous. She continually reviews her practice in the pursuit of excellence and sets herself targets to strive towards. For example, the childminder has highlighted a desire to further enhance children's learning experiences outside. She recognises the need to support children that prefer to learn outdoors even further. She has plans in place to improve her already excellent practice to maintain children's

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY152814 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 869693 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 11 November 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2002. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3. The childminder supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She also provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children.

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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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