Childminder in Staffordshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 March 2016 9 March 2010

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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 safe and secure environment. She supervises children well at all times. She carries out regular risk assessments to help to keep children safe indoors and outside.  The quality of teaching is good. The childminder uses her qualifications well. She has a good knowledge of how children learn and develop. This has a positive impact on the progress children make. All children make good progress in their learning and development.  The childminder demonstrates a genuine enthusiasm for her work. She attends ongoing training courses to keep up to date with new information and good practice.  Children are kind and friendly and are learning to take turns and consider the needs of others. They clearly enjoy their time in the childminder's home and have warm, strong attachments with her.  Frequent praise, cuddles and encouragement helps children to feel good about themselves. The childminder helps children to develop a positive and 'have a go'

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not make the most of everyday activities to promote diversity and help children learn more about cultural similarities and differences.  Occasionally, children are not given enough time to develop their own ideas and lead their own learning as the childminder over directs activities.

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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

 help children develop a greater understanding of the cultural diversity which exists in the wider community  extend opportunities for children to explore and investigate independently that enhance their learning even further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and reviewed the quality of teaching.  The inspector viewed all areas of the home used for childminding and the toys and resources available.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning documentation and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures and discussed the childminder's self-evaluation document.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of adults living and working on the premises.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder knows what action to take in the event of any concerns about a child in her care. The childminder evaluates the quality of her provision. She takes account of parent's views to make ongoing improvements for the benefit of children in her care. She has clear targets for future development. For example, after working closely with a local school she is making adjustments to her teaching practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The skilled childminder observes children in their play and during routines. She uses these to assess children's abilities, check their progress and to plan exciting and challenging experiences. Generally, children lead their own play. They choose confidently from a wide range of toys and resources. The childminder joins in children's play. She uses her good questioning skills to help promote their thinking and communication skills. For example, she asks children to recall how they make cheese on toast. Children's mathematical development is promoted well and the childminder helps them with their early counting skills. Children are happy and relaxed in the childminder's company as she joins in their enthusiasm for singing. The childminder keeps parents well informed about their children's development and they are supported to continue their children's learning at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder encourages children to follow the house rules and praises positive behaviour. She is a good role model, showing kindness and patience. She effectively models good manners. Children behave well and play cooperatively together. The childminder helps children to learn to keep themselves safe. They know how to sit safely on the high stools at mealtimes. Children enjoy healthy meals prepared by the childminder which they eat together during sociable mealtimes. The childminder promotes children's health and physical development well. For example, they play outside regularly and enjoy and benefit from daily walks. Children confidently take themselves to the toilet and are encouraged to help to prepare the lunch. The childminder ensures children have an active voice and provides regular opportunities for them to share their views on the activities and resources she provides. This helps children to know that their opinions count and their

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in their learning and development. They are inquisitive and eager learners, keen to engage in activities. The childminder challenges children with new experiences and questions. Children develop good social skills, self-confidence and independence. They are learning key skills and attitudes in readiness for their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY397579 Local authority Staffordshire Inspection number 859897 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 9 March 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2009 and lives in Shareshill, Wolverhampton. She operates term time only from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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