Childminder EY362178

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 July 2016 3 March 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 well-qualified childminder assesses children's progress well and is keen to do her best to enhance the outcomes for the children in her care. She shows a good understanding of her strengths and swiftly addresses any areas for improvement to successfully build on the quality of the provision.  Since the last inspection, the childminder has followed advice and guidance and completed relevant training. She has updated her knowledge and is more confident in her skills, helping her to ensure she is meeting the learning and development requirements.  The childminder and her assistant know the children well. They provide a variety of challenging activities that meets children's learning needs well and motivates them to have a go at trying new experiences.  The childminder acknowledges children's efforts and achievements with plenty of praise and encouragement. This helps to build their self-esteem, preparing them emotionally

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This provision is good

for the next stage in their learning.  Parents are very pleased with the levels of learning and care that the childminder and her assistant provide for their children. They comment positively on how caring, nurturing and patient they are and particularly value the close bonds their children have with them.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Some children rely too much on the childminder to lead their learning experiences, rather than expressing their own ideas or making independent choices about their play.  The childminder and her assistant are yet to make the most of opportunities to enrich their knowledge and skills and raise the quality of teaching to an even higher level.

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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

 increase opportunities for children to express their ideas, make choices and enhance their own learning  build on professional development opportunities that focus more sharply on increasing the potential to raise the quality of teaching to an outstanding level.

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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 jointly observed and discussed the teaching and learning activities provided with the childminder.  The inspector held a meeting with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of all adults living or working at the premises.  The inspector took account of parents' views included in recently completed testimonials.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder and her assistant are aware of possible signs of abuse and understand the procedures to follow should they have a concern about a child's welfare. The childminder maintains regular communication with parents, teaching staff and any other professionals who share children's care and education. She knows about children's experiences at home and elsewhere and has a clear picture of their progress, needs and interests. The childminder works with her assistant, using the information gained through these partnerships to aid consistency and provide complementary experiences for children across the settings.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder gathers key information from parents about children's development when they start. This helps her to find out what they already know and can do, and about their interests. The childminder completes regular observations and accurate assessments of children's progress and uses these to identify the next steps in their development. She also completes the progress check for children aged between two and three years and shares this with parents and relevant professionals. The childminder provides a broad range of activities and learning experiences which is matched to children's interests. The quality of teaching is good. The childminder and her assistant involve themselves in children's play. They comment on what the children are doing and encourage them to extend their vocabulary by adding new words as they play.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy in the childminder's home. She is kind, considerate and friendly. She works closely with parents to tailor the care children receive, meeting their individual needs and helping them settle in her care. The childminder provides a rich learning environment, both indoors and outside. In the bright and welcoming playroom, there is a good selection of resources that is suited to the children's ages and abilities. Children also benefit from regular outings and often visit groups, activity centres and parks. These experiences help the children to be physically active, enjoy the fresh air, develop good social skills and learn about nature and the local community. The childminder is a good role model. Children behave well and are polite and considerate. They learn to be respectful and value one another as they enjoy opportunities to find out about different cultures and celebrate various festivals throughout the year.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress given their starting points. They develop key skills and are well prepared for the next stage in their learning and the eventual move on to school. Children enjoy learning about colours and size as they create shapes with the play dough. Outside, they learn to cooperate with one another and take turns with favourite resources, such as the trikes, mini trampoline and the swings. Children share water from the tray to feed the flowers and help to carefully pour water through the different funnels. They learn how to take care of their own needs, washing their hands before eating and having plenty to drink in the hot weather.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY362178 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 1050842 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 3 March 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Wednesday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3. She works with an assistant.

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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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