Childminder EY305459

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 July 2016 2 July 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 childminder regularly observes and assesses children as they play, identifying the next steps in their learning. She plans a good variety of indoor and outdoor activities based on children's interests and abilities to ensure they make good progress.  Children learn about the importance of good hygiene routines as they are reminded to wash their hands at appropriate times during the day.  The childminder carries out thorough risk assessments in her home. She constantly considers risks on outings and reviews these according to the age of the children she is currently caring for.  The childminder actively seeks the views of the parents. She welcomes their comments and works in partnership with them to ensure that the service she provides meets their children's individual needs.  The childminder has a good understanding of the importance of working in partnership with local nurseries and schools to meet children's learning needs.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not gather enough information about children's skills on entry to help her plan precisely for children's learning from the outset.  Children are not always able to be as independent as possible when leading their own play.

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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 more information about what children know and can do when they first attend and use this to plan precisely for children from the start  extend opportunities for children to make independent choices from the range of toys and resources.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas used for childminding and spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector observed practice and interaction between the childminder and children during play and daily care routines. She carried out observations with the childminder and discussed the teaching and learning.  The inspector looked at a sample of policies and procedures the childminder's training records and children's learning records. She discussed the childminder's self-evaluation. The inspector looked at all suitability checks for the adults living on the premises.  The inspector spoke to a parent during the inspection and took account of other parents' written comments in questionnaires and thank you cards.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder is dedicated to providing the best possible experiences for the children in her care and has worked hard to make significant improvements since her last inspection. She successfully implements of a range of policies and procedures and shares these with parents to keep them informed. The childminder values the opinions of other professionals and routinely assesses children's progress. Furthermore, she uses the internet to keep her skills up to date. This has a positive impact on the outcomes for children overall. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands child protection issues and knows how to keep children safe from harm.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder actively engages with children and they enjoy involving her in their play. She adapts planning to meet their individual needs. For example, she ensures that outdoor activities, role play resources and creative play opportunities feature regularly. The childminder promotes and supports the development of children's speech and language skills well. She listens to children and encourages younger children to repeat words and sounds to develop their vocabulary. All children enjoy singing and have fun joining in with familiar action songs. Children develop a strong sense of curiosity. They love exploring water and programmable toys and know how to use a magnifying glass and magnet. The childminder works closely with parents to gather and share information about children's ongoing learning so that they can extend this at home. In addition, the childminder shares a daily diary to keep them informed of their child's daily events.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy, settled and behave well. The childminder promotes acceptance, tolerance and respect for others and children learn to share, take turns and play well together. The childminder is a positive role model. She praises children's efforts and achievements and builds their confidence and self-esteem. Children's care needs are well known by the childminder. She uses the information gained from parents to effectively meet children's individual needs. The childminder teaches children about the importance of healthy lifestyles. For example, she provides children with nutritious snacks and encourages them to brush their teeth. The childminder successfully supports children's physical well-being. Children enjoy good opportunities to play outdoors each day and benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in their learning and development from their starting points, including those who speak English as an additional language. Children are developing confidence and are self-motivated learners. They show increasing skill in using number to support their play and are learning to recognise colour and shape. The childminder effectively monitors children's progress to ensure any gaps in children's learning are quickly identified and swiftly addressed. Effective teaching helps children to learn key skills and attitudes that prepare them well for starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY305459 Local authority Dudley Inspection number 1051131 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2005. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder cares for children who speak English as an additional language.

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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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