Childminder EY459246

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 November 2016 3 October 2013

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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

 Children build secure emotional relationships with the childminder. The childminder gets to know them well and values their individual personalities which builds their self- esteem effectively.  The childminder provides a wealth of learning opportunities tailored to children's interests. She develops children's knowledge through carefully planned activities.  Children make good progress in relation to their starting points. Regular observations and assessments of children's ongoing development are completed by the childminder. She uses this information to help her plan activities effectively that support children's individual learning needs.  Children benefit greatly from the childminder's enthusiastic approach to outdoor learning. She makes good use of natural resources to provide imaginative and enticing activities that stimulate children's curiosity to explore and investigate.  The childminder builds strong partnerships with parents. She keeps them informed

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This provision is good

about their children's day and their learning. Information is shared daily, through both verbal communication and written records.  The childminder ensures there is a safe environment in which children's well-being is promoted successfully. She makes regular checks on her premises to ensure hazards are dealt with promptly and effectively.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, the childminder does not make full use of opportunities to challenge and extend children's thinking skills to enable them to explore their ideas further.

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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

 help children to think critically, explore their ideas and make links in their learning.

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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 evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and spoke to her assistant and children at appropriate times.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's policies and procedures and children's records.  The inspector took account of the spoken and written views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder reflects on the service that she provides. Self-evaluation takes into account the views of parents and children and this helps to identify her strengths and areas for development. She keeps her early years knowledge up to date and supervises and monitors the practice of her assistant, who benefits from the childminder's attentive coaching and training. This has a positive impact on children's learning outcomes. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder and her assistant are confident in recognising any signs and symptoms of abuse and know who to contact to report a concern. Policies and procedures are updated to comply with current requirements and underpin the childminder's good practice. Children's progress is tracked effectively to ensure that any gaps in children's learning are addressed. The childminder understands the benefits of working with other professionals in order to promote

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children are eager and motivated by the activities and experiences the childminder provides. They enjoy playing with her and respond well to her enthusiasm as she joins in with their play to support their interest and enjoyment. Children develop their physical skills well and learn simple mathematics during their play. For example, they skilfully use a variety of different shaped wooden blocks to make their creations. Children show good focus as they carefully balance each one on top of another. The childminder encourages them to count in context as they pick up each block. The childminder places a strong focus on promoting children's early language skills. She listens carefully to what children say, developing their understanding through conversation. Children revel in experimenting with malleable materials and using different tools. They are encouraged to use extensive vocabulary to describe what they make.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children develop a good sense of belonging. They have daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise, promoting their good health and physical well-being. The childminder adopts a consistent, fair approach which has a positive impact on children's behaviour. Children confidently complete simple tasks, such as putting out plates in preparation for snack time and they show high levels of independence. Children demonstrate that they have built strong bonds with the childminder. She recognises when children are tired and settles them for a nap so they wake refreshed and ready to enjoy their play.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are able to maintain concentration and show a positive attitude to learning. They confidently express their feelings and needs, such as when they are tired or hungry. Children join group activities, such as story time, which help to develop their early learning and social skills. They acquire a keen interest in books and understand that print carries meaning. Children are keen to take part in a wide range of play opportunities and they are learning key skills in preparation for their next stage of development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY459246 Local authority Staffordshire Inspection number 1066697 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 19

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 3 October 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2013 and lives in Denstone, Uttoxeter. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder 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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