Childminder in Warwickshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 August 2015 17 December 2010

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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 well-qualified childminder has worked extremely hard to raise the quality of her provision from good to outstanding. She proactively seeks and attends training, and carries out regular personal research. As a result, she keeps abreast of changes in legislation and new initiatives, and is continually enhancing her excellent practice, knowledge and skills.  Children are extremely well protected because the childminder has an excellent understanding of her role in safeguarding children. She robustly assesses and minimises risks and knows the procedures to follow in the event of child protection concerns. Children are taught ways to keep themselves safe and the childminder helps them to manage and express their emotions.  The quality of teaching is outstanding. The childminder monitors children's learning meticulously and fully understands their individual needs and personalities. As a result, children are extremely relaxed, confident, inquisitive and keen to learn.

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This provision is outstanding

 The childminder's garden is superbly organised and used incredibly well to promote children's all-round learning. Children are provided with lots of opportunities to use their imagination, problem solve and learn about nature. They learn to take calculated risks and gain excellent physical skills as they enjoy easy access to an abundance of physical play equipment.  Children behave very well in relation to their ages and stages of development. The childminder has very high expectations for their behaviour and expertly models the kind of behaviour she wants them to show. She is very kind, gentle and calm, and treats people, animals and property with lots of care and genuine respect.  The childminder works exceptionally well with parents and is very successful in engaging them in their children's learning. She has forged very close working partnerships with other settings that children attend and these ensure high levels of

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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 providing even more opportunities for children to learn about and use a variety of technology.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the childminder's home used for childminding and observed children engaged in a variety of activities.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children during the inspection.  The inspector looked at a sample of policies, training records and children's assessment records, and discussed the childminder's self-evaluation.  The inspector observed and evaluated a learning activity with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all adults living in the childminder's home and viewed the childminder's training certificates.  The inspector took account of the views of parents recorded on questionnaires, greetings cards and letters sent to the childminder.

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who attend. This is outstanding

Children have a wonderful time in the childminder's care and quickly gain the skills needed for school and future life. The childminder skilfully plans learning experiences that build on children's interests and successfully extends their existing knowledge and skills. Children enjoy easy access to a wealth of high-quality resources and make lots of choices about their play. Children's speaking, understanding and listening skills are superbly supported. The childminder skilfully engages children in meaningful conversations and often joins in with their play. She introduces new words and asks questions that encourage children to think, listen and respond. The childminder encourages children to believe in themselves and she promptly acknowledges their efforts and achievements. Older children often help the younger ones and are very keen to show what they can do and know. The childminder carefully considers the differing needs and abilities of the children and adjusts activities

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who attend. This is outstanding

and routines accordingly. She is always close at hand to offer children any necessary support, advice or encouragement.

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outstanding

The childminder provides an environment where children's emotional and physical well- being are exceptionally well supported. Children have plenty of space to play and rest, and the childminder's home is maintained to a very high standard of cleanliness and safety. The childminder routinely models excellent hygiene practices and children clearly understand when and why they need to wash their hands. Children are extremely happy and settled. They enjoy incredibly positive relationships with the childminder, and receive very warm and loving care. Children new to the childminder's care are gradually introduced to new people, routines and the childminder's home. Clear information exchanged between the childminder and parents ensures that every child's care is closely tailored to their individual needs. The childminder places a very high focus on developing children's independence throughout all routines and activities. Children know where

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outstanding

certain resources are stored and explore their surroundings with enthusiasm and a thirst for learning.

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provision is outstanding

The childminder has an excellent knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She is extremely organised and delivers a first-class service. Policies and procedures are implemented very well and all required information is obtained from parents. The childminder robustly and regularly reflects on all aspects of her provision. She actively seeks the views of parents and children, and regularly sets time aside to consider the quality and effectiveness of her practice. The childminder is constantly developing her outstanding provision and knows where she can make further improvements. For instance, she identifies that she could do even more to enhance children's awareness of technology and how it is used.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY267628 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 860698 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 17 December 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003 and lives in Wellesbourne, Warwickshire. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years 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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