Childminder, Out-of school day care in Leicestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 July 2016 5 November 2014

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Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management Requires improvement Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Requires improvement Personal development, behaviour and welfare Requires improvement Outcomes for children Requires improvement

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This provision requires improvement. It is not yet good because:

 Safeguarding policies and procedures are not monitored enough to ensure that any new up-to-date information is included and understood.  The childminder does not always gain sufficient information from parents about what children already know and can do when they start at the setting.  The childminder does not make the most of available professional development opportunities to develop her knowledge, understanding and practice.  The childminder does not make children fully aware of how to keep themselves safe. She has not practised the evacuation procedure with them or made sure they know what to do in an emergency.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder effectively organises the space and resources to support children's interests and independence. She has a broad range of toys and resources for children to enjoy.  The childminder is a good role model for children. She encourages them to share, take turns and negotiate with others. Children behave well; they follow rules and are encouraged to have good manners.  The childminder has forged good relationships with parents. They are happy with the service that the childminder provides.  The childminder develops positive relationships with the staff at a local pre-school and school. She prepares complementary activities and this ensures children receive reasonable support in preparation for their move on to school.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage the provider must:

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Due Date

 ensure that safeguarding knowledge is kept up to date with new legislation and that any policies and procedures reflect this information. 10/08/2016

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Due Date

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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Due Date

 ensure precise information is gathered from parents about what children know and can do when they first start, in order to accurately establish their abilities on entry  engage in available continuous professional development opportunities, in order to expand understanding of current best practice and improve the quality of the provision further  help children to develop a secure understanding of how to keep themselves safe in an emergency.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector took account of the written views of parents.  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. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the self-evaluation process, policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management requires improvement

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse and how to report any concerns she may have regarding children's well-being. However, she has not updated her knowledge and practice in relation to new legislation. The childminder has taken some steps to improve her provision since the last inspection. She now has a process of self-evaluation that includes the views of parents and children. However, the childminder has not considered further professional training opportunities to extend and develop her existing knowledge and skills.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment requires improvement

The childminder identifies the next steps in children's learning and plans some purposeful learning experiences. However, the childminder does not find out children's starting points when they first join her setting. This means that initial assessments do not always accurately show what stage they are at in their development. Nevertheless, children are happy and occupied. There is a good variety of accessible toys and resources for children to use. The childminder's interactions are purposeful. She introduces mathematical concepts during activities and everyday routines. Children enjoy mark making and taking part in craft activities. She introduces and models new words and simple sentences to support children's understanding and speaking skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare require improvement

The childminder checks her home and garden for hazards and risks are minimised, ensuring children play and learn in a safe environment. However, the childminder has not put enough emphasis on helping children to learn about keeping themselves safe, particularly in an emergency. The environment is warm and welcoming. The childminder is kind and caring. She understands the emotional needs of children in her care. The childminder provides children with settling-in sessions to help them quickly make secure attachments. The childminder uses praise to enhance children's confidence and self- esteem. Children are learning about the importance of a healthy lifestyle. Parents are encouraged to send healthy packed lunches and the childminder provides nutritious snacks for their children. The childminder provides lots of opportunities for children to have fresh air and exercise. Children enjoy playing in the garden, trips to the local shops

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Outcomes for children require improvement

Initial assessment requires improvement so that children's progress can be assessed and monitored accurately. Some aspects of children's learning are not as strong as others. Children are making generally typical progress in their learning and development. They are happy to explore and try new experiences. Children are developing their self-care skills and make independent choices in their play. Their literacy and mathematical skills are developing in readiness for the next stage of their learning, including pre-school and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY347487 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 1044410 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 15

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 5 November 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007 and she lives in Countesthorpe, Leicestershire. She operates all year round from 7.30am until 5.30pm, 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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