Childminder 228236

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 June 2017 25 February 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 is well qualified and very experienced. She successfully uses her knowledge of how children learn and develop to ensure children make good progress in their learning in readiness for school.  Children benefit from being cared for in a happy and child-friendly environment. The childminder has a calm and encouraging approach with very young children that supports their emotional well-being very effectively.  Children's behaviour is good. The childminder is a very good role model and her positive attitude helps children to develop good social skills, good manners and consideration of others. She is respectful in her approach and values each child's individuality and uniqueness.  Children's health and physical development are promoted well. All children delight in the opportunity to spend time outdoors, developing their exploration skills, physical development and confidence.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always encourage parents to share information about what their children achieve at home, so that she can use this when planning future activities.  The childminder does not focus on a varied range of professional development to further enhance the quality of teaching 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

 consider ways to encourage parents to share more information about their children's achievements at home, and use this to strengthen activity planning  strengthen procedures for continuous professional development in order to raise the already good standards of practice to an even higher level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at a sample of relevant documentation with regards to children's welfare and safety, including evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector talked to the childminder about her self-evaluation and plans for improvement.  The inspector took account of parents' views provided in written references.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder attends regular training to update her safeguarding knowledge. She is aware of the most recent legislation and wider child protection issues. The childminder is very clear about her role in making sure children are safe, secure and well cared for. She knows the procedures to follow in the event of a concern about a child's welfare. The childminder makes regular assessments of children's learning from their starting points and monitors their progress well. This information is shared with parents. Parents are very complimentary about the childminder and extremely pleased with the progress their children make. Good links with other settings that children attend supports children's continuity in care and learning successfully.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder promotes a sense of achievement and a 'have a go' attitude with children. Children are eager to explore, play and learn and proud of their achievements. They initiate their own play and freely access an extensive range of toys. They also have access to a thoughtfully organised outdoor play area, which includes a den and playhouse where children can develop their imaginative skills. The childminder uses her good teaching skills and she models play and language well. She gives children time to express themselves and builds on their mathematical skills during play by naturally introducing the use of positional language, numbers, counting and colours. Children have good opportunities to be creative and younger children confidently ask for sticking which they enjoy.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children develop a good understanding of their local community and the wider world. They enjoy visits to local parks and farms and they learn about nature, planting and growing while playing in the garden. They grow strawberries and like to look at the features of a ladybird through a magnifying glass. Children are praised and encouraged in their achievement and this boosts their self-esteem and confidence. They learn how to share resources and play safely. The childminder teaches children about healthy eating and good hygiene practices. This promotes their well-being effectively.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in relation to their starting points. They are independent and practise putting their coats and shoes on to go outdoors. Children's literacy and mathematical skills develop well. They learn early technology skills and how to operate equipment by pushing buttons and finding out how things work.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 228236 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 1090232 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 25 February 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1996 and lives in Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands. She operates her provision Monday to Thursday, all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a recognised 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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