Childminder EY483395

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 October 2016 Not applicable

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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

 Teaching is good. Children's individual learning is supported well. The childminder plans a wide range of activities both inside the home and outdoors. She uses resources effectively to support children as they play. Children develop independence as they make their own choices with regard to play.  Children are settled and happy because the childminder has familiar routines which she implements with care and affection. She takes appropriate safety precautions to ensure that they play in a safe and secure environment.  Children benefit from fresh air and exercise. They develop large-muscle skills as they climb, run and explore when outside. Children learn about the natural world around them and enjoy walks in the surrounding area.  Records and procedures required for the safe and efficient management of the provision are well maintained and implemented effectively. Parents receive detailed information about their child's day, progress and achievements through effective

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This provision is good

systems of communication.  Children's individual care needs and routines are incorporated into the day. Children rest and sleep in line with their requirements. They build their independence skills when using the bathroom and understand the importance of washing their hands at appropriate times during the day.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Information gathered when children start does not consistently include what parents know their children can already do, to help form an accurate assessment of children's starting points and plan for their future learning.  Opportunities for children to develop their awareness of people with diverse physical characteristics, including disabilities, are not yet established.

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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

 obtain more detailed initial information from parents about what their children already know and can do, to accurately establish their starting points and plan precisely for the next steps in their learning  expand opportunities for children to develop their understanding of people with diverse physical characteristics, including disabilities.

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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 observed an activity and discussed teaching methods with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self- evaluation and evidence of the suitability of adults in the home.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of her role in protecting children from abuse and neglect. She regularly assesses risks and takes steps to reduce potential hazards. The childminder practises the fire drill with the children so they are aware of the evacuation procedure in an emergency. The childminder is proactive with regard to her ongoing professional development. She accesses training courses, reads literature and meets with other childminders to share good practice and ideas. The childminder continually reflects on her own practice. This is supported through the policies and procedures that reinforce her ethos of care. The views of parents are regularly sought as part of the self-evaluation process in order to continually develop the service she provides.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes children as they play and assesses their ongoing progress. She uses the information to plan effectively for their individual learning needs. Children experience a wide range of play opportunities that captures their interest and curiosity. The childminder knows the children extremely well, encouraging their language and communication skills. An example of this is talking about the colour of the spider they have found in the garden and counting how many legs it has. Children show great delight as they listen to a favourite story. They squeal and shake with excitement when they identify the different animals in the story about a zoo, finding the corresponding finger puppet, which they place onto their fingers. Children enjoy being creative. They learn to recognise different colours and shapes, making their own pictures using paints and different shapes, such as a pumpkin, a bat and a spider.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children enter a welcoming, child-focused environment. Younger children are supported to develop self-care skills and the childminder ensures that their personal needs are well met. Children show confidence in the daily routines. They understand the need to have clean hands before they eat their snack. Children make choices from a variety of healthy snacks and drinks. A variety of outdoor equipment enables children to be physically active. Children spend lots of time outdoors each day in the garden and regularly visit local parks and woodland areas. The childminder praises children's good behaviour. Clear, consistent reminders are given to younger children as they learn to share and take turns with the toys.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and development. Children make marks in different ways, for example, using paintbrushes and soapy water outside in the garden. Children develop their independence and register their attendance at the childminder's home each day. Young children place their photograph in the hallway so everyone can see they are present. Children develop the skills they need for their future learning and in readiness for the move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY483395 Local authority Leicester City Inspection number 999559 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 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014. She lives in the Aylestone area of Leicester. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification.

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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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