Childminder EY412495

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 August 2016 14 August 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 taken appropriate steps to address the issues raised at the last inspection. Clear procedures are now in place to ensure that all adults having contact with the children complete suitability checks and are known by the regulator.  The childminder builds very strong attachments with the children. She spends time getting to know them at the start of their placement and incorporates their individual needs into the daily routine.  Children are happy, settled and relaxed. They enjoy activities both indoors and outside and have lots of opportunities to be physically active.  Children learn about similarities, differences and various cultural events throughout the year. Resources reflect positive images of diversity and children learn simple greetings in different languages.  The childminder takes effective steps to ensure that her home and garden are safe and secure. Children are reminded about their own safety and follow appropriate routines

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This provision is good

when crossing the road.  The childminder works closely with parents and other early years providers that share the care of individual children. Good communication effectively keeps all parties aware of the changing needs of the children and promotes continuity of care.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder identifies her own strengths and weaknesses well. She has not effectively sought the views and opinions of parents and children in this process to give her a broader overview of where further improvements to practice can be made.

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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

 explore further ways to obtain the views of parents and children, using this information to identify areas for improvement more precisely in the drive towards outstanding practice.

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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 an activity and discussed teaching methods with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, evidence of the suitability of adults within the home and the childminder's assistant, and required policies and procedures.  The inspector discussed the use of self-evaluation with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is fully conversant with her role in protecting children from abuse and neglect. She occasionally works with an assistant, with whom she shares new information and changes in legislation to ensure she is fully informed of current best practice. The childminder is vigilant about the safety and well-being of the children. Potential risks are identified and minimised, and children are unable to leave the home unsupervised. A record is held of all visitors to the home. The childminder works in partnerships with parents. She gathers detailed information about each child from the start and throughout their time in her care. The childminder is committed to continually developing her knowledge of all aspects of childcare. She welcomes support through the local authority and accesses various training courses and professional development opportunities.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children in her care well and understands how children learn through play. Children make choices with regard to their own play. Resources are stored safely at a low level so they can access them easily. Children are enthusiastic and eager to learn. They make marks in a variety of ways and older children practise writing their own names, clearly identifying the letters of their names and other words that they see through activities or in the environment. For example, children identify different body parts on a picture and match the word to that specific part of the body. Children's love of books is nurtured. They sit together and look at books, and particularly enjoy spending time looking at different countries of the world and the buildings or animals they may find there. Children are learning simple sign language. They proudly demonstrate the sign for the letters of their names and that of the childminder.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder uses the information gathered from parents about their child to provide care that supports their individual needs. Children's health and well-being are well supported. They learn the importance of good hygiene routines and the need to care for their teeth. Children are very active and benefit from plenty of fresh air each day. They enjoy climbing and exploring large apparatus while considering their own safety. For example, when using soft-play equipment. Children are kind and courteous towards each other. They listen to each other and understand the importance of sharing and taking turns. Children benefit from freshly prepared food throughout the day. Their individual dietary needs are well known by the childminder.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress and learn the skills needed in readiness for school. Children are confident individuals who develop independence in everyday routines. They develop their knowledge of numbers and sing songs and rhymes that support their understanding of simple addition and subtraction. Children become confident at putting their own shoes and clothes on for outdoor play. The childminder works with parents, keeping them informed of their child's progress and emerging interests.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY412495 Local authority Coventry Inspection number 1044067 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 14 August 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1996 and lives in Coventry. She operates all year round from 7am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder occasionally 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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