Childminder in Leicestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 September 2015 2 November 2011

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder provides a lively and welcoming environment. She forms close relationships with children, so they have a strong sense of belonging and security. Children's confidence and emotional well-being are effectively supported as the childminder knows and attends to their care needs very well.  The childminder has a good knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She is confident in her role in keeping children safe at all times and about the action she would take if there are any child protection concerns.  Partnerships with parents are good. They regularly contribute to assessments and are kept well informed of what children have achieved. This shared approach effectively supports children's learning, development and well-being.  The childminder regularly undertakes observations of children and ensures assessments are completed. This includes the required progress check for children aged between

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This provision is good

two and three years. The childminder tracks and monitors children's progress and identifies any areas where they may be less secure in their development. She plans activities based on their interests and next steps.  The childminder makes good use of the local community and outdoor environment to enhance children's learning experiences.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always use the correct name for objects in order to make sure she builds fully on younger children's growing communication skills.

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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 consistent opportunities for children to hear objects named correctly and to build more fully on their growing communication skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector talked with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection. She looked at relevant documentation, such as children's records and a selection of policies and procedures.  The inspector viewed written comments from a selection of parents and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The experienced childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She has systematically attended training since her registration, and uses this to continually build on her knowledge and understanding. In addition, the childminder regularly attends meetings with other providers. This ensures that she remains up to date with changes and provides her with opportunities to share new ideas and good practice. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder maintains a detailed range of policies, procedures and risk assessments. These are reviewed and underpin her continuing good practice. The childminder has established working relationships with other providers. This means she is able to share information and ensure that children receive continuity in their care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Overall, teaching is good. Children are eager to participate in activities and they make good progress in their learning. Communication and language are generally supported well. However, occasionally the childminder does not use the correct term when naming objects. This limits the opportunities young children have to develop their communication skills by increasing their vocabulary. Children enjoy lots of opportunities to develop their imagination and physical skills. They take on roles and act out familiar experiences as they enjoy a shopping game. The childminder makes good use of opportunities to extend children's understanding of numbers, size, shape and comparisons. For example, they find the big car and little car and count dried pasta shapes. Consequently, mathematics is well promoted.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder offers an inclusive and welcoming service. She is a good role model and ensures children are developing an awareness of manners and respect for others. For example, young children respond positively to the childminder's gentle reminder to share and take turns with wooden trains. Children explore the environment with confidence. They have free access to a wide range of toys and resources. This allows them to make choices and to initiate their own play and learning. The childminder regularly takes children to community groups outside of the home. This contributes to their social skills as they meet and play with larger groups of children. The childminder promotes children's good health through daily routines and planned activities. She works closely with parents to ensure individual needs are met. The childminder adapts activities to ensure that all children can participate fully in the setting.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children enjoy their time with the childminder and they make good progress overall. The childminder has a very good knowledge of the children she cares for. She encourages children to do things for themselves, offering timely support when needed. Therefore, when the time comes, they are well prepared and confident for the next stage in their learning, including school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 225616 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 866241 Type of provision Childminder Day care type 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 2 November 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1986 and lives in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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