Childminder in Leicestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 August 2015 18 April 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 well qualified and committed to improving her skills and knowledge. She regularly attends meetings with practitioners who have also achieved Early Years Professional status. She successfully implements new ideas and strategies. This results in good outcomes for all children, including those who are in receipt of funding for early education.  The childminder effectively observes and plans activities based on children's individual interests and their next steps. She monitors children's progress and any gaps in their learning are swiftly addressed.  Children share warm relationships with the childminder. They are settled and happy. Children are actively encouraged to be independent and consequently, they are confident and emotionally secure.  The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibilities to safeguard children. She understands the procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child in

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This provision is good

her care. The premises are safe and secure. Risk assessments are completed and help ensure children are kept safe from harm.  There are robust partnerships with parents. Information is regularly shared with parents about their children's learning, development and welfare. The childminder supports parents in being actively engaged in their children's learning. She provides them with ideas and resources to use at home.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not find out as much as possible about what children know and can do when they first start. This means she cannot accurately plan for children's individual learning needs as swiftly as possible.  The childminder does not provide enough opportunities for children to develop their understanding that print in a variety of contexts carries meaning.

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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

 gather more information about what children already know and can do when they first start and take this into account when planning activities  provide more opportunities for children to see print in a variety of contexts.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and interaction between the childminder and the children during play.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at documents relating to the Early Years Foundation Stage provided by the childminder, including children's assessment records and evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other adults in the household.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector considered the views of parents and looked at the childminder's self- evaluation.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder gathers a wide range of information from parents about children's individual needs and interests when they start. However, she does not find out enough about what children already know and can do, to help her to identify children's starting points quickly. The quality of teaching is good. The childminder provides a wide range of activities for the children based on their interests. Children are motivated and excited to find out how to build a den using technology to search for ideas. They explore different lengths and thickness of sticks to use for their den. This supports their mathematical development. The childminder skilfully asks questions and provides the children with opportunities to solve problems independently before offering suggestions. Younger children enjoy playing in the sand tray, pouring and scooping the sand into different sized containers. The childminder extends children's vocabulary as she talks about the sieves

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who attend. This is good

and funnels. She describes what happens to the sand when the child uses this equipment. Children enjoy using their imagination as they dress up and provide cups of tea to their visitor. They imagine the pom-poms they are playing with are dough balls. Children pick up the pom-poms using tweezers, sort them by colour and add them to their saucepan of pretend pasta. The childminder extends children's learning as she shares books with the children, asking questions and encouraging them to interact. However, there are few opportunities for children to see print in a variety of contexts to develop their understanding that print carries meaning.

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good

Children behave well. They are kind, considerate and work together cooperatively. Children have access to a wide range of resources, which they are able to access independently. They talk about why they wash their hands before eating and manage their own personal hygiene. Children demonstrate an understanding of healthy eating through discussion. They grow fruit and vegetables in the garden. The childminder actively promotes outdoor learning and is developing her interest in Forest schools. Children regularly visit local parks and attractions where they can be active. This supports their physical development. Children learn to socialise with other children at local groups. They collect older children from school and are familiar with the buildings and staff. This helps to prepare them emotionally for their next stage in learning.

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provision is good

All children are making good progress based on their starting points. The childminder works effectively with other professionals, sharing information regularly to ensure continuity in children's learning, development and care. She reflects well on the service she offers, gathering the views of children and parents. The childminder identifies her strengths, weaknesses and areas for improvement. Consequently, her service is continually improving.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY408468 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 850918 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 18 April 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010. She lives in Barrow upon Soar, Leicestershire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds Early Years Professional status. Her mother occasionally works as her assistant. The childminder receives funding for free early years 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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