Childminder EY460624

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 October 2016 2 October 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

 Since the last inspection, the childminder has made good progress. She has developed her knowledge and skills about how to enable children to develop their creativity and to lead their own play. The childminder ensures details of children's attendance are accurate and self-evaluation supports her drive for continuous improvement.  Children are happy, confident and settled in the childminder's care. The childminder provides a relaxed and homely environment where children develop a sense of belonging. Children form secure, warm and nurturing relationships with the childminder. This supports their emotional well-being effectively.  Children's behaviour is managed effectively by the childminder as she uses a calm and consistent approach. She regularly praises children for their efforts and achievements and supports them in learning the difference between right and wrong.  The childminder establishes positive partnerships with parents and other professionals.

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This provision is good

Regular communication promotes continuity of care for children and information is shared about children's learning progress and daily activities. Parents are happy with the provision and comment that their children make good progress in their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not provide enough opportunities for all parents to share information about what their children achieve at home.  Arrangements for professional development are not focused sharply on raising the quality of teaching to help children consistently achieve rapid progress in their learning.

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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

 find ways to encourage all parents to share more information about their children's interests and learning at home  build on the current arrangements for professional development so that further training is identified to raise the quality of teaching to an even higher level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the premises during the inspection and observed the outdoor play space.  The inspector observed a range of learning activities in the indoor play area.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including evidence of the suitability of adults living on the premises, children's development records and risk assessments. She also observed a selection of policies and procedures, self-evaluation and the childminder's qualifications.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through their written feedback in references.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Children's safety is given good priority and the childminder ensures the environment is safe and secure. There are effective risk assessments in place to minimise any identified hazards. The childminder has a good understanding of child protection issues and the procedure to follow if she is concerned about a child's welfare. All adults in the household have had their suitability checked. As a result, children's safety is well promoted. The childminder evaluates her practice and clearly identified her strengths and areas for development. She attends regular network meetings with other childminders to share good practice, offer support and provide opportunities for children to play together.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is well qualified. She uses the observation and assessment systems effectively to identify challenging next steps for each child based on their interests. She also use this information well to swiftly identify if there are any gaps in learning. Consequently, children make good progress from their starting points in all areas of learning. The outdoors spaces are used very well to make the most of children's learning, especially their interest in the natural world. Children look forward to feeding the pet rabbit carrots and lettuce and enjoy the nature table with natural objects collected from the environment. The fairy and dinosaur area provides children with opportunities to use their imagination as they explore. Young children thoroughly enjoy creative activities. They design pictures using coloured tissue paper, glitter and shiny sequins. The childminder uses every opportunity to engage children in discussions to promote their language and

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

learning. She encourages them to learn colours and shapes as they choose the objects to stick on their picture.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children form secure attachments with the childminder, who meets their emotional and physical needs very well. Children also benefit from opportunities to explore the local area and visit the park. The childminder provides healthy meals and snacks and she helps children understand the importance of eating fruit and vegetables to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Children grow tomatoes, cucumbers and carrots and they harvest their own produce and pick fruits from trees in the garden. Resources are easily accessible and children become actively engaged, develop their curiosity, imagination and exploration skills. Children understand the importance of good hygiene routines, such as washing their hands before snack time and how these contribute to their good health.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in all aspects of their learning in readiness for future learning, including starting school. Children develop their independence well and choose where and what they want to play with. They develop key skills in mathematics and writing. For example, they show perseverance as they draw using coloured pens and recognise colour and shapes. Children are confident communicators and they eagerly share their views and ideas.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY460624 Local authority Solihull Inspection number 1058546 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 2 October 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2013 and lives in Castle Bromwich, Birmingham. The childminder operates term time from 7am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a recognised qualification at level 3. She provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children.

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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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