Childminder in Leicestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 July 2015 8 July 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

 Strong emotional attachments are evident between the childminder and children. Consequently, children are confident, secure and play happily in her home.  The childminder provides a wide range of opportunities for children to engage in purposeful play experiences inside and outdoors, in order to help them make good progress in their learning.  The childminder has effective methods for sharing information with parents. She accurately keeps parents up to date about their child's learning needs and development.  The childminder is competent in implementing the safeguarding and welfare requirements to keep children safe from harm. She knows how to recognise and report signs that may raise cause for concern.  Partnerships with parents are well established and encouraged by the childminder. This results in parents making regular and positive contributions to their child's learning and assessment.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet thought about all possible ways to help children learn about what contributes towards a healthy lifestyle.

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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

 provide more opportunities for children to learn about what contributes to a healthy lifestyle, so that they learn more about taking responsibility for their physical well- being.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had discussions with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including evidence of the suitability of adults living on the premises, the childminder's qualifications, children's development records and a selection of policies and procedures.  The inspector jointly observed and discussed with the childminder the teaching and learning activities provided.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.  The inspector observed the childminder's interaction with children during activities, inside and outdoors.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder's teaching is consistently good. A variety of well-planned activities and games encourage all children to learn, share and take turns. This prepares them well for their next stage in learning and for their eventual move to school. Children are enthusiastic, engaged and actively involved in their own learning. As a result, their progress is good. Children choose from a range of puzzles or their favourite stories and listen intently to the childminder as she reads. They thoroughly enjoy playing in the outdoor area, which ensures they are physically active. Children develop their investigation skills as they participate in sand play. They use different tools, including spades and forks to dig and make marks and shapes. Children show excitement as they fill and empty containers or find toy animals and shells hidden under the purple sand. They enjoy watching the sand move down the drain pipe filling containers, and they observe patterns

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who attend. This is good

when different coloured sand is mixed together. The childminder asks questions using mathematical language, such as big, small, larger and shorter. These probing questions support children's development well and they begin to consider size in a meaningful way.

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good

The childminder is caring and considerate to the individual needs of all children. She provides a warm and welcoming environment where all children flourish. Children learn good manners and how to behave well. The childminder offers plenty of praise and encouragement for children's efforts and achievements, which enriches their self- motivation and well-being. The childminder provides a good choice of meals and snacks, which are nutritious and meet any dietary requirements. However, the childminder has not yet thought about all possible ways to help children learn about what contributes towards a healthy lifestyle. Children have regular access to the outdoor play area. This means that they benefit greatly from fresh air and physical exercise. The childminder effectively encourages children to take sensible risks and begin to manage their own safety by practising regular fire drills.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She regularly evaluates the progress children are making in their learning, and routinely monitors the activities and experiences on offer. She is well qualified and has undertaken relevant training as part of her continuous professional development. She embeds much good practice from her training into promoting the learning and development of all children. She is well organised and regular research and discussions with other childminders means that she keeps up to date with any changes and new initiatives. The childminder has good partnerships with parents and the schools and settings that children have attended in the past. This means she is able to establish valuable links with the schools that children will soon be moving on to.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY416628 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 851745 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in the Glenfield area of Leicestershire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds a recognised early years qualification at level 3. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, 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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