Childminder 255760

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 October 2016 19 March 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:

 The childminder lacks understanding of the safeguarding requirements. She does not know about more recent safeguarding legislation and guidance.  The childminder's assessments are not always accurate and she does not use them well enough to consistently provide a challenging range of activities to help children make good progress in their learning.  The childminder does not prioritise her professional development enough to help her improve her teaching, particularly with regard to her teaching of mathematics and literacy.  The system to share information swiftly with parents about the meals provided is not full effective.

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It has the following strengths

 The children have a close relationship with the childminder. They are happy and enjoy their time in her care.  The childminder places a clear priority on encouraging children to enjoy outdoor activities and learn about their natural environment.  Since the last inspection the childminder has made some improvement to her record keeping. All required records are now in place.

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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

 develop a robust and up-to-date understanding of the safeguarding requirements for the early years foundation stage, including any advice and guidance issued by government 18/11/2016

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Due Date

 ensure information gained from the assessment of children's progress is accurate and used effectively to shape their learning and help them make good progress 30/11/2016

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 focus professional development on improving the quality of learning and development opportunities for children, particularly in mathematics and literacy. 30/11/2016

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

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Due Date

 offer parents more timely information about the meals provided to children throughout the day.

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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 completed a joint observation and held discussions with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the suitability of household members.  The inspector looked at written feedback from parents and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management requires improvement

The childminder does not have a fully secure knowledge of the recent changes to advice and guidance regarding children being exposed to extreme ideas about right and wrong. However, she has kept up to date with mandatory training. For example, she holds an appropriate paediatric first-aid certificate. The childminder does not place a high enough focus on her professional development to help improve the quality of teaching. She uses self-evaluation to assess the quality of what she provides and makes some improvements in response to parents' feedback. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is able to identify the signs of possible abuse and neglect and knows the procedure to follow if she is concerned. The safeguarding policy includes the safe use of mobile phones and cameras.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment requires improvement

The childminder regularly observes children and uses her observations to help plan experiences they enjoy. However, assessment is not always accurate enough or used to plan precisely for children's next steps in learning. As a result, children are not consistently making good progress from their starting points. That said, the childminder does place a clear focus on supporting children's communication and language skills. She introduces new vocabulary, concepts and ideas as they play. The childminder provides daily opportunities for children to draw and practise their early writing skills, and they enjoy counting as they play. However, some aspects of children's literacy and mathematical development are not planned for and taught well enough. For example, the childminder does not provide the most able children with enough opportunities to build as far as possible on what they already know and can do.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare require improvement

The childminder has a positive relationship with children and they are confident in her care. However, weaknesses in planning and assessment mean that children are not supported to make as much progress as possible in their personal development. The childminder provides a varied menu and regular meals, including healthy options, throughout the day. However, parents are not informed in advance of the meals provided on a particular day. This limits the opportunities parents have to make their wishes known about the foods and the occasional sugary treats offered. The childminder talks to children about the importance of including fresh fruit and vegetables in their diet and how exercise is good for their bodies. The childminder provides ample opportunities for children to be physically active in the fresh air and they take regular walks to the local park. Children learn about road safety as they walk and they know the rules in place for their safety.

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Outcomes for children require improvement

Not enough children make good progress in all areas of learning because their learning is not always successfully challenged. That said, children acquire the basic skills required in preparation for school. They often show sustained levels of interest in what is provided and are keen to try new experiences. Children are confident talkers and enjoy the art and craft activities on offer.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 255760 Local authority Dudley Inspection number 1043795 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 19 March 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1994 and lives in Halesowen, West Midlands. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, 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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