Childminder in Staffordshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 August 2015 14 March 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 children. She has a secure knowledge of child protection procedures and in the event of a concern knows how to make a referral to the appropriate authorities.  The childminder provides a safe environment and she supervises children at all times. She uses a broad range of policies 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 cats.  The quality of teaching is good. The childminder continues to attend training to keep her knowledge up to date and to refresh her skills. She has a good knowledge of the learning and development requirements. This has a positive impact on the progress children make. All children, regardless of their age or capabilities, 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 provides constant praise and encouragement, so children feel good about themselves. Children have confidence in their own abilities and a positive attitude to learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not provide enough opportunities for children to learn about diversity in society.  The childminder does not obtain information from parents about children's prior learning at home.

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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

 help children to gain a better understanding of similarities and differences with regard to the traditions, cultures and communities within a diverse society  seek more precise information from parents about what children have learned at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and reviewed the quality of teaching.  The inspector viewed all areas of the home and the toys and resources used for childminding.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning documentation and a range of other documentation, including policies, procedures and the childminder's self- evaluation record.  The inspector discussed the childminder's qualifications and the suitability of adults living and working on the premises.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder carries out regular observations to assess children's abilities and check their progress. This information, along with her secure knowledge of the children's current interests, is used to plan for each individual child's needs. The childminder promotes children's communication skills especially well. They have many interesting and valuable conversations together. She also promotes children's mathematical development well. For example, she asks the children to compare the different sized toys and resources. The childminder skilfully uses questions to help children learn. Children's thinking skills are developed as they are encouraged to recall past events. The childminder provides a wide variety of books to promote children's early literacy skills and encourage their enjoyment of stories. Overall, children develop the skills they need for future learning. The childminder is mindful of children's next steps in learning and skilfully weaves these into

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who attend. This is good

children's play. She has a broad range of toys and resources. She uses these to provide good quality learning experiences for all children and to keep them motivated and engaged. However, she does not provide enough activities and experiences that help children to understand and appreciate diversity.

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good

This kind and caring childminder effectively models good manners so children know what is expected. She has age-appropriate rules for children to follow in her home. Children behave well. Visits to local groups enhance children's social skills. This helps to prepare the children for their later move on to school. The childminder helps children to learn to keep themselves safe. She reminds them that bicycles can only be used if children wear a safety helmet. They know why they need to wash their hands before eating and after touching the childminder's pet cats. The childminder works well with parents to ensure that children are provided with nutritious and healthy snacks and meals. Children enjoy and learn about the benefits of daily exercise and fresh air. The childminder helps children to develop the important skills and attributes they need for their move to school. They listen carefully and follow instructions. They demonstrate their growing independence as

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good

they help to select activities and prepare the fruit for their snack.

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provision is good

The childminder is committed to improving her provision and knows the areas that need development. She values the opinions of parents and children and involves them 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 through online research. She has established good partnerships with parents to enable frequent sharing of information. However, she does not seek precise information about what children already know and can do when they first start. This means that she does not have all of the relevant information available to help her plan very precisely for children's needs right from the outset.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY349902 Local authority Staffordshire Inspection number 863300 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007. The childminding provision operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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