Childminder in Stoke-on-Trent

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 August 2015 31 October 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 has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements. She plans a broad range of activities, both inside and outdoors, that help children learn through play and exploration.  The childminder knows the children well. She completes regular assessments and uses these effectively to help her to plan for the next stages in children's development. Children make good progress in their learning.  The childminder supports children's emotional well-being exceedingly well. She provides warm and loving care and responds sensitively to children's needs. Children form secure attachments with the childminder, which helps promote their sense of security and belonging.  Children are cared for in a safe environment. The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures. She takes positive steps to ensure potential hazards are minimised so that children are protected from harm.

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This provision is good

 The childminder works very well with other early years settings. This helps to promote continuity of children's care and learning between different environments.  The childminder reflects regularly on the quality of her practice. She seeks the views of parents and children to help her identify strengths and areas for further development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always obtain precise and regular information from parents about their children's learning and development 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

 enhance opportunities for parents to share information about what their child can do at home, in order to further support children's all-round learning and development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the premises used for childminding.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including children's observations, assessment records and a sample of policies.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other household members.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took into account written information provided by parents.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder successfully uses her training and experience to provide high-quality care and education. The quality of teaching is good. The childminder supports children's learning through positive interactions with them as they play. She effectively promotes children's understanding and early language development. As she talks with young children, she describes what they are doing and names different objects and actions. The childminder encourages children to develop an interest in books. They join in with familiar stories using toys and objects to represent characters. Young children enjoy reading with her and are keen to press buttons in books to generate sounds. The childminder supports children's early mathematical skills. She provides opportunities for them to see, notice and use numbers in a variety of situations. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning or school. The childminder shares details about the children's day and their

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who attend. This is good

progress with parents. However, she does not always encourage parents to share detailed information about their children's experiences and achievements at home. This means she is not always aware of children's emerging skills, in order to plan as precisely as possible.

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good

Children are extremely happy in this welcoming setting. The childminder works closely with parents to ensure that the settling-in process and daily routines meet each child's individual needs. She prioritises developing children's independence. Children are able to make choices about what they would like to do from a good range of toys and activities. Children's behaviour is good. The childminder offers sensitive support to children as they learn to develop their social and self-care skills. Children are regularly praised to build their self-esteem and confidence. Children learn good hygiene routines. They enjoy healthy meals and snacks that the childminder prepares. The childminder supports children to lead a healthy lifestyle and be physically active. Children have access to an attractive and well- resourced outdoor area. They enjoy walks and visits in the local area and to other places of interest.

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provision is good

Children are safeguarded well. The childminder has a secure knowledge of the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about the welfare of a child in her care. She carries out fire drills and teaches road safety so children learn to follow procedures that keep them safe. The childminder regularly observes children and tracks their development effectively. This enables her to support children's good progress and address any gaps in their learning quickly. Her assistant has a clearly defined role and is used largely to help when additional supervision is needed. The childminder strives to develop her skills and knowledge, and looks for interesting ways to enhance children's learning and development. She works well with other childminders to share good practice.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 224525 Local authority Stoke on Trent Inspection number 866173 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 1 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 31 October 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1997 and sometimes works with an assistant. She lives in Stoke-on Trent, Staffordshire. The childminder operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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