Childminder EY446906

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 November 2016 29 October 2012

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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 provides a nurturing and homely environment. She is caring and affectionate and knows the children well. She is attentive to their care needs and routines, and children demonstrate that they feel safe and secure in her company. Children's emotional well-being is well promoted.  The childminder knows what children can do and she observes their play to identify their emerging needs. She uses this information to plan a wide range of interesting experiences that children enjoy and learn from. Children make good progress from their starting points in readiness for school.  Children's behaviour is good because there are clear expectations and boundaries in place. The childminder is a good role model and helps children learn to share, take turns and treat others with respect.  Children have regular opportunities to develop their social skills and learn to successfully interact in different situations. They regularly go on local outings and mix

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This provision is good

with other children and adults. Children develop positive attitudes, tolerance and mutual respect for others from various backgrounds.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not provide enough opportunities to help children develop a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts during their play.  The childminder has not identified successful ways of encouraging all parents to regularly share what they know their children are learning at home. This means she does not have all relevant information to plan very precisely for children's future 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

 enhance children's learning about position, shape and number to a higher level, during planned and spontaneous play  develop even more effective ways of encouraging parents to share information about what their children are learning at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the home used for childminding and the toys and resources available. She observed activities and reviewed the quality of teaching.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning documentation and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures, and discussed the childminder's self-evaluation.  The inspector carried out an evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and the suitability of all adults living on the premises.  The inspector took account of the views of parents, carers and children, including those expressed in recent correspondence.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has robust safeguarding procedures which she effectively implements to promote children's safety and well-being. She carefully identifies and minimises potential hazards both in her home and on outings. The childminder monitors children's development effectively to maintain a good overview of their progress. This has a positive impact on children's learning opportunities. The childminder is reflective and demonstrates a strong commitment to continue to raise the quality of her practice. Since her last inspection, she has achieved a level 3 qualification to improve her knowledge and skills. This has developed her confidence and has had a positive impact on the quality of teaching the children receive. The childminder also regularly seeks the views of parents and children, and responds positively to any suggestions they make.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children are excited and engrossed in the inspiring activities that meet their current interest and preferences. They successfully make play dough out of flour and oil. Children extend their ideas in different ways and clearly describe their thinking. They take their time kneading, moulding and decorating their models. Children creatively use a variety of textures and materials, such as glitter and pipe cleaners, to build different elements of their snowman. The childminder's skilful questioning techniques and interactions with the children help them to recall past events and competently share what they know with others. For example, they retell, in their own way, a story where the character goes on a bear hunt. This helps to consolidate children's learning, extend their thinking skills and develop their confidence.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are warmly welcomed in an environment where their emotional well-being is well met. They explore their environment with increased confidence and make independent choices in their play. Children's confidence and self-esteem are nurtured through the praise and encouragement they receive. They have a good attachment to the childminder and involve her in their interactions. They comment that they 'just love' being with the childminder. Children enjoy healthy and nutritious meals. The childminder makes effective use of outdoor adventures as she takes children to local parks and groups. These outings help children to develop their social skills, be physically active and learn about the wider world. The childminder shares information with parents about their child's care and learning experiences while they are with her. This helps to reassure parents.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are competent, confident and articulate. They demonstrate a positive attitude to learning. Children eagerly take on new challenges and know when to ask for support. They are good communicators and have many opportunities to show off their imagination and creative skills. Children sociable, friendly and emotionally secure. They are making good progress from their starting points. Children are developing the key skills needed for the next stage in learning and their eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY446906 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 1060222 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 29 October 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in the Kings Heath area of Birmingham. She operates all year round from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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