Childminder in Dudley

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 November 2016 24 June 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

 The childminder prioritises children's safety and well-being. She has effective procedures in place to ensure that potential hazards for children are minimised or removed. She supervises children well at all times.  The childminder has fully addressed all actions and recommendations raised at her last inspection. She has worked closely with local authority advisers to develop her good understanding of the requirements for the early years foundation stage. She uses what she has learned effectively to help her improve the learning outcomes for children she cares for.  The well-qualified childminder continues to attend training to keep her knowledge up to date and to refresh her teaching skills. This has a positive impact on the progress children make. All children make good progress, in relation to their individual starting points and they develop valuable key skills for the future.  The childminder provides a wide range of toys and resources that she uses, to engage

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This provision is good

children in interesting and stimulating activities, helping them to enjoy their learning.  Children are very happy, confident and settled in the childminder's welcoming home. This kind and caring team know the children in their care extremely well and have created warm, appropriate, strong bonds with them.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, the childminder does not fully support children to learn how to pronounce or use words correctly to help further enhance their developing speaking skills.  The childminder does not always exchange enough information about children's learning and development with other settings they attend, to help promote continuity in children's care and 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

 make the most of opportunities to show children how to pronounce or use words correctly to further enhance their developing speaking skills  exchange even more information about children's learning with other settings that children also attend to help to promote continuity in their care and learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and reviewed the quality of teaching for the childminder and her assistant.  The inspector viewed all areas of the home used for childminding, as well as toys and resources available.  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 document.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of adults living and working on the premises.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and her assistant at appropriate times during the inspection. 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 and her assistant have a good understanding of how to protect children's welfare and keep them safe from harm. They know the potential signs of abuse and when and where to report any concerns they may have. The childminder is aware of how to identify any children who may be at risk of being exposed to extreme ideas about right or wrong. She recognises the benefits of professional development. She adds to her own skills and knowledge by attending training and through online research. The childminder has effective systems in place to coach and train her assistant. She is a reflective practitioner who regularly reviews her practice, in order to continually improve the service she provides. The childminder monitors children's learning to ensure that all children make good progress from their starting points. Information is shared regularly with parents, along with ideas on how they can continue

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows how young children learn and develop. She makes detailed observations and regular assessments of what children know and can do. She uses what she knows about children to help challenge them effectively in their learning. The childminder encourages children's conversations. She questions them, talks to them and is skilled at keeping their interest for prolonged periods of time. The childminder helps children to solve mathematical problems, such as matching quantity to numerals, counting and making comparisons.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children flourish in this welcoming and nurturing environment. They are relaxed in the childminder's home and confident to lead their own play. Manners, courtesy and respect are valued and consistently encouraged. Children are kind to one another, sharing toys and taking turns. The childminder and her assistant support children well to manage risks and take some responsibility for their own safety. Children learn to use scissors safely and competently. The childminder regularly praises children for their efforts. This helps to promote their self-esteem and confidence. Children develop confidence in social situations through a broad range of interesting experiences, including visits to toddler groups, shops and local schools. Children are learning about the benefits of adopting a healthy lifestyle. They are provided with nutritious and healthy foods at snack and mealtimes.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are independent, motivated and keen learners who are developing good listening skills. They show perseverance as they complete puzzles. Children have fun developing their physical and imaginative skills. They use wheeled toys to act out different roles during pretend play. Children are developing a love of books. They have a very clear understanding of the storylines and characters within their favourite books, helping to develop their literacy skills. Children are beginning to do some things for themselves, such as putting on their coats and shoes. They are prepared well for the next stage in their learning, including their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY240196 Local authority Dudley Inspection number 1043081 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 12 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 22

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 24 June 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2002 and lives in Halesowen. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3. She provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children. The childminder supports children who have special educational needs or disabilities. She 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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