Childminder EY413238

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 April 2017 12 June 2015

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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 places a high priority on children's safety. She makes regular checks throughout the day to ensure her premises are safe for children to use. She carries out risk assessments to identify potential hazards when she takes the children outside of the setting.  The childminder uses the knowledge she has acquired through gaining qualifications and ongoing training to help children make good progress. She meets regularly with other childminders to share good practice.  The well-qualified childminder has a good knowledge of how children learn and develop. She ensures that all parents are aware of the activities their children take part in, and what they have achieved during their time with her.  Children enjoy the childminder's company. They form strong bonds with her and show that they feel secure and settled.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 When children become engrossed in their play, the childminder does not always give them the time they need to explore their own ideas before moving them onto other activities.  Although the childminder has made improvements in sharing information with parents and other settings that children attend, she has not fully explored ways to take this aspect of her practice to a higher level.

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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

 allow children the time they need to explore their own ideas, so that their play comes to a natural end before moving them onto other activities  build on the good links established with parents and other settings that children attend, to further encourage a shared approach to children's learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and reviewed the quality of teaching. She jointly evaluated an activity with the childminder.  The inspector viewed all areas of the home used for childminding and the toys and resources available to children.  The inspector looked at children's learning journals and a range of other documentation, including risk assessments. She also discussed self-evaluation with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of adults living on the premises.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands how to keep children safe. She knows how to report any child protection concerns she may have about a child, or an allegation against herself. She has a good awareness of the signs that may indicate that a child is at risk of harm or extreme views. The childminder uses self- evaluation well. She has reflected on her observation and assessment processes since the last inspection. She makes regular observations and uses this information to provide activities that are well matched to children's learning needs and interests. She monitors children's progress well to help her identify children's next stages of learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is an effective teacher. She meets the needs of different age groups and knows the children she cares for very well. She engages children well through effective interaction. The childminder is especially skilled in promoting children's language skills. She uses clear and simple speech as she provides interesting commentary during children's play. She asks questions and introduces the children to new words to extend their learning, and listens with interest to their responses. The childminder encourages children's learning as they enjoy trips and outings to local places of interest. Children learn about different people and celebrations around the world.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder's calm and consistent manner helps children to behave well. They learn how to share and take turns. The childminder meets children's individual needs well. She gathers information about their health and care needs when they start, and finds out about their family lives. The childminder provides children with lots of praise and encouragement for their efforts and achievements which helps to promote their confidence and self-esteem. The childminder teaches children about the importance of a healthy lifestyle. For example, children learn why they wash their hands. The childminder encourages children to eat healthy snacks and meals. Children learn to do things for themselves, such as peeling and cutting up their bananas.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in all areas of their development. They are well prepared for their future learning, including their move on to school. They are inquisitive, keen to explore and show an enjoyment of learning. Children develop age-appropriate independence. They learn to count and recognise shapes. They communicate well and develop a love of books. Children follow the childminder's simple rules and boundaries. They learn to comply with safe practice, such as not climbing on furniture.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY413238 Local authority Telford & Wrekin Inspection number 1094428 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 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 12 June 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Telford, Shropshire. She operates all year round from 7am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant level 3 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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