Childminder in Leicestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 April 2016 Not applicable

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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 strives constantly towards improving all areas of development for the children she cares for. She reflects regularly on the quality of her provision and frequently seeks the views of parents and children to help her to identify areas for improvement.  The childminder is vigilant at all times. She has taken effective steps to maintain a safe and secure environment for children. Potential risks within the home and garden have been identified and minimised.  The childminder has a good relationship with parents. She keeps them well informed about their child's learning and encourages them to contribute towards their child's assessments.  Children play and learn in a homely and welcoming environment that is thoughtfully set out to encourage them to explore and investigate. The childminder provides a wide range of resources that stimulates children's curiosity and motivates them to learn.

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This provision is good

 Children's behaviour is good. The childminder is a positive role model. She speaks kindly and calmly to the children and gives clear guidance about expected behaviour. Children learn to behave well.  Children are given very good support to help them to settle when they first start with the childminder. The childminder works closely with parents and carers, adjusting the length of settling-in visits according to each child's individual needs.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not yet obtain full information about what children can already do, in order to effectively build on their prior knowledge from the beginning.

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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 further information about what children already know and can do when they join the setting.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home used for childminding.  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 spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the self-evaluation, policies and procedures and took account of the written views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. There is a range of policies and procedures in place which helps promote the safety and welfare of children. The childminder understands her role and responsibility to protect the welfare of the children in her care and the actions to take if she has any concerns. The childminder is committed to developing her skills. She attends regular training and has established an effective network of support with a number of local childminders. Overall, the childminder establishes a good working partnership with all parents. Parents written comments are very positive. They speak highly of the childminder, and the quality of care and learning she provides for their children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a secure understanding of how children learn. She carries out regular and precise assessments of the progress children make and uses this to plan for the next steps in their learning. The childminder talks to the children as they play, asking questions to encourage them to think. She uses lots of repetition of words to support their language development. Children enjoy singing and dancing to music. Children look at numerals and use mathematical language in their play as they hunt for eggs hidden in the garden. The childminder supports children to develop their physical skills and dexterity. They ride bikes and scooters and complete puzzles and threading activities. Children learn about the natural environment and animal life. They delight in finding insects and they help the childminder to care for her rabbits, feeding them carrots.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children show confidence in their environment and have formed secure attachments with the childminder. They seek out the childminder and engage her in their play. Children's good health is successfully promoted. They learn about hygiene practices, enjoy healthy meals and snacks and get plenty of fresh air. Children take pleasure in participating in physical activities in the garden and enjoy regular trips to local parks. Children learn to show respect for each other's differing backgrounds. Planned activities and resources are used effectively to promote children's awareness of the wider community and other cultures. The childminder encourages children to take on responsibility. Children are eager to help tidy away toys at the end of their play session. Children play well together. They know the importance of sharing and respecting the needs of others.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident and make good progress in all areas of their learning. They learn independence skills in daily routines and follow their own interests. Children communicate well and make friendships. Children confidently count and name shapes, animals and colours as they play. They are well prepared for their next stage of learning, including starting nursery and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY477169 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 975186 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Syston, Leicester. She operates all year round from 7.30am until 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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