Childminder EY273290

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 July 2016 2 May 2013

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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 has taken appropriate action to address the issues raised at the last inspection. She has worked with the local authority to raise her awareness of the early years foundation stage and has implemented new routines for observing, assessing and planning for children in order for them to make good progress.  Children lead their own play. They choose resources that are appropriate for their age and stage of learning and are stored at low level. Toys are rotated to maintain children's interest and to provide new challenges.  Children have opportunity to develop their awareness of people with diverse physical characteristics, including disability. They access a range of resources that reflects positive images of disability, and the childminder encourages discussion, answering any questions they may have.  Children learn about their own safety both indoors and outside. They follow clear

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This provision is good

routines when crossing the road and learn to use toys and equipment safely, including apparatus they use when visiting the park.  Children form good relationships with the childminder. She is aware of their individual needs and routines, which she successfully incorporates into the day.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not yet have a wide range of experiences that promotes understanding of people, families and communities beyond their own.  While the childminder ensures that both she completes mandatory training, she has not considered looking at broader topics to expand her knowledge and 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

 extend opportunities for children to develop their awareness of people, families and communities beyond their own  make the most of a broader range of professional development opportunities to extend and strengthen knowledge and skills and improve the quality of teaching further.

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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 observed activities and discussed teaching methods with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self- evaluation and evidence of the suitability of adults within the home.  The inspector 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. The childminder is secure in her understanding of child protection and the procedures to follow if she was concerned about a child in her care. Children play in a safe, secure environment. The childminder checks all areas of her house used by children each day to ensure potential risks are minimised. Children learn the importance of evacuating the house quickly and safely in an emergency and regularly practise the fire drill. The childminder builds good relationships with parents. Daily communication takes place so both parties are aware of children's changing needs, progress and achievements. Parents speak positively about the service. The childminder seeks their views and reflects on her own practice. The childminder monitors children's progress effectively so that she is able to best support children to fulfil their learning potential.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder gathers clear information from parents about their child at the start of their placement. This gives her a clear insight into their starting points in learning. The childminder observes and assesses children's learning and uses the information to identify their next steps and plan activities that challenge and extend their learning. Children's enjoyment of books is nurtured. They enjoy looking at them with the childminder, identifying the different animals they can see and making the sounds they make. Children's language and communication skills are supported well. Younger children babble to her and she responds by asking questions and reinforcing what she has seen to support their emerging language development.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children enjoy being physically active. They spend time outdoors each day and have the opportunity to meet with other children. They learn about the living world and are actively involved in tending to the fruit and vegetables they are growing. Children learn to share, take turns through play and be kind towards teach other. Clear routines and boundaries are in place so children understand what it acceptable behaviour. Children's health and well-being are supported well. Younger children's personal care needs are well met and the childminder ensures they feel comfortable throughout the day through appropriate nappy changing routines. Older children develop independence when using the bathroom. Parents provide packed lunches for their children and a warm evening meal is available from the childminder if required. Children access drinks throughout the day.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and development. They enjoy a wide range of play opportunities and experiences that enhances their learning. Children are working comfortably within the typical range of development for their age. They make their own choices with regard to their play. The childminder supports children to develop the key skills needed in readiness for the move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY273290 Local authority Coventry Inspection number 1043015 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1996. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 4pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family 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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