Turvey, Donna Marie

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 January 2016 7 June 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 demonstrates a positive attitude to making improvements. She identifies and completes training courses to help raise the quality of her teaching practice and promote children's learning even further.  The childminder plans a wide range of activities for children based on their current interests and stages of development. Children enjoy exciting learning opportunities both indoors and outdoors. The childminder supports children well to help them make good progress in their learning.  Children enjoy their time with the childminder. They settle well and have secure attachments. Information is obtained from parents and used by the childminder to meet the individual care needs for each child.  The childminder regularly talks with parents and other professionals involved in the children's care and education. She knows about children's experiences at home and at other settings. Consequently, the childminder has a clear picture of children's

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This provision is good

developmental needs and children benefit from a consistent approach.  Children behave well and are aware of behavioural rules and boundaries. The childminder is a positive role model. She acknowledges children's efforts with lots of praise and encouragement. This helps them to build positive self-esteem.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not ask parents for their views about which aspects of the provision they feel would benefit from improvement.  Children have fewer opportunities to use and investigate technology during their play. Consequently, their progress in this area is not as rapid as possible.

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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

 include the ideas and suggestions of parents as part of the self-evaluation process  increase opportunities for children to make use of and explore technology during their play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector jointly observed and discussed the teaching and learning activities provided with the childminder.  The inspector held a meeting with the childminder and looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of all adults in the household.  The inspector spoke to a small selection of parents during the inspection, reviewed letters that parents had written and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder understands and implements the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage successfully. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has attended child protection training and knows how to identify possible signs of abuse or neglect. Detailed policies and procedures are used well to help to ensure children are protected from harm. The childminder carries out thorough risk assessments of the premises and maintains a safe environment. The childminder oversees her educational programme and monitors children's progress. She swiftly identifies and addresses any gaps in learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes good quality observations and accurate assessments of children's abilities. She uses this information to identify and plan for children's next steps in learning. This helps to ensure children receive a good level of challenge. Children are encouraged to think as the childminder asks them questions as they play. The childminder interacts well with the children, extending their vocabulary by introducing new words during activities. She places a strong emphasis on building children's communication and language skills. For example, children learn descriptive words as they explore the texture of paint. Children enjoy a range of adult-led activities as well as plenty of time to lead their own play. They have time to solve problems by themselves as the childminder understands the different ways that children learn. The childminder provides opportunities for children to explore their ideas and deepen their understanding. For example, children have recently

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

designed and created their own aliens following an interest in space. Mathematics and literacy are skilfully threaded through activities, helping children to learn some key skills in readiness for school.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy, confident and motivated to learn. They are familiar with the daily routines and relax in the care of the kind and nurturing childminder. The organisation of the environment enables children to move around safely and select the toys and resources they want for their chosen activities. Children are supported to become independent. For example, younger children learn to feed themselves while older children manage their own personal needs. The childminder reminds them to follow good hygiene practices and provides regular trips out into the community, promoting their physical skills and general well-being. Children are eager to learn and enjoy playing with their friends. They play cooperatively together. Parental partnerships are effective in ensuring children's individual requirements are known and met. Parents speak highly of the childminder and comment on the bonds their children form with her, and the excellent opportunities for creative

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are active and independent learners who make good progress from their starting points. They are gaining useful skills, such as listening and concentration, for their next stage of learning or the move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY416205 Local authority Solihull Inspection number 851701 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Hockley Heath in Solihull. She operates all year round from 8am until 6pm, Tuesday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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