Childminder in Worcestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 September 2015 21 April 2009

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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 keeps her training up to date. She has a paediatric first-aid certificate and has attended other relevant training to build on her teaching skills. The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.  The childminder's teaching is good. She understands how children learn. She uses effective methods of assessment and she tailors activities and experiences to promote all aspects of children's learning.  Children are happy and settled. They play a full and active role in their learning and they enjoy playing in this welcoming and well-resourced setting. Children thrive. They are cared for in a safe and secure environment.  Children's good health and physical development are promoted well. The childminder ensures that all children are active and play outside in the fresh air each day.  The childminder gets to know all children well. Children are keen to play with her. She

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This provision is good

is enthusiastic and interested in what they are doing.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always make good use of the information that she gathers about what children know and can do at home when assessing their development and progress.  The childminder has not fully developed her methods of sharing information about children's learning with the other settings or schools that they attend or are due to move on to.

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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

 strengthen partnerships with the other settings children attend or move on to and make sure that continuity in children's learning is always promoted  use information gained from parents about what children know and can do at home as part of the assessment process.

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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 discussed a planned activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation with regards to children's learning, welfare and safety.  The inspector took account of the views of parents via letters that were provided on the day of inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder understands her responsibility to promote the learning, development and welfare of the children who attend the setting. She has begun to use effective systems to evaluate and monitor her overall performance. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands her responsibilities and maintains accurate records that help to promote the safety and well-being of children. She works in partnerships with the schools or other settings that children attend or move on to. However, this does not always include sharing information she has gathered about children's learning and progress. The childminder monitors the overall progress that children are making. Any gaps in children's learning are quickly identified and addressed.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses the information that she gathers about children's starting points to plan activities that take into account their different needs. Children stay focused on their activities. For example, they concentrate well on investigating sensory materials. Younger children explore with their hands and mouths, while older children are encouraged to count and sort the items. Parents are provided with a folder containing observations and assessments of their children's progress. However, the childminder does not always use information shared by parents to help strengthen her assessment process. Overall, children's learning is promoted successfully. The childminder skilfully encourages the children to think critically while they play. They are gaining the key skills that support them for the next stage in their learning, including school. They listen well and respond to questions and instructions appropriately.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have the opportunity to make their own choices about what they would like to do. The childminder makes sure that children can easily find toys and resources. Children's confidence and independence are growing well. Children are encouraged to consider the needs of each other. They learn to take turns and to wait while the childminder attends to other children. She encourages older children to do things for themselves and they show determination when getting themselves ready to play outside. Children are provided with warmth and affection. Their emotional well-being is fostered well. New children settle quickly when they first start. The childminder gives them the care and attention that they need. Parents report that they are very happy with the care that the childminder provides.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. The childminder ensures that children of all ages get the help and support that they need to move forward with their next steps for learning. Children are prepared in readiness for school. They are confident to engage with others and are keen to try new experiences.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 205025 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 865292 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 21 April 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1991 and lives in Worcester. She operates for 48 weeks of the year from 6.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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