Childminder EY387568

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 July 2016 19 May 2014

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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 has made good progress in addressing the issues raised at the last inspection. She has continued to reflect on her work and has made improvements to the way in which she tracks children's progress. She undertakes training to ensure she is aware of all the latest Government guidelines and safety requirements with regard to food safety.  The childminder has undertaken an additional qualification which ensures she has a good understanding of child development and effective ways to teach. She uses her knowledge and regular assessments of children's development to plan activities to support their learning.  Children are confident and happy. They develop strong attachments to the childminder which gives them confidence to try new experiences. They are very well behaved, enjoy each other's company and make a positive contribution to each other's learning.  The childminder helps children develop a good understanding of hygiene issues and

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This provision is good

how to keep themselves safe. They are very independent and are encouraged to think through problems for themselves.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully involve parents in their child's learning. She does not gain enough information from them when children first start to enable her to accurately assess their starting points. In addition, she does not share information to enable parents to support their child's learning at home.  The childminder does not fully develop children's knowledge that information can be obtained from written sources, to help them understand that they can read for a specific purpose as well as for pleasure.

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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

 develop further the exchange of information with parents to find out more about what children know and can do when they first start and to help parents to continue to support their children's learning at home  provide more opportunities for children to develop an understanding that information can be provided in writing.

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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 completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector had discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self-evaluation and a selection of policies and children's records.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder reviews her work and takes parents' views into consideration when making improvements and planning for the next steps in children's learning. She keeps parents well informed about their child's progress and the activities she is providing. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of her role and responsibilities in protecting children from harm. She ensures she minimises risks within the home and on trips out. Training, such as paediatric first aid and food hygiene, supports the childminder's understanding about keeping children safe.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has appropriate expectations of all children because her activity plans are based on regular assessments of what she observers children can do. She weaves learning into fun activities. She introduces the mathematical language of numbers, more or less and shapes into activities, such as baking cakes. The childminder uses effective questioning, demonstration and praise when teaching children. She realises that children need encouragement to learn how to do things for themselves. She shows them how to complete a task by breaking it down into smaller actions. Children develop their language skills as the childminder introduces new words and phrases into their conversations. She names objects and asks questions to encourage children's speech and understanding. She widens their understanding of the world around them and explains when some things, such as model animals are pretend. Younger children are making particularly good

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

progress in developing their communication and social skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are very confident and happy. The childminder is a positive role model for them. She praises their achievements and they enjoy the homely atmosphere she provides. The close relationship they build with the childminder means their emotional well-being is supported. The childminder ensures children develop a good understanding of healthy lifestyles and balanced diets. Children learn how to keep everyone safe. They understand why they should not eat raw cake mixture and why the oven can be a danger.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress in all areas of learning and are working comfortably within the range of development typical for their age. They are developing the key skills they need for the move on to the next stage in their learning. Younger children's learning is enhanced and supported by the positive inquisitive attitude of the older children. They confidently move around the house and select toys and resources for themselves. Children enjoy reading for pleasure. They develop a love of books and handle them with care. Younger children gain a strong understanding of mathematical concepts as they learn about shapes and colours. They develop their physical skills as they use tools and manipulate small items. For example, they practise counting and simple calculations when playing skittles and organising cake cases when baking.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY387568 Local authority Staffordshire Inspection number 1043851 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 4

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2009 and lives in Werrington, Staffordshire. She operates all year round from 7.15am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She offers overnight care when needed. 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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