Childminder 255410

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 June 2017 26 May 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 has established good relationships with parents to keep them well informed of their children's progress. She has frequent discussions with them about their children's development and well-being. For example, parents are encouraged to share children's achievements from home.  The childminder makes accurate assessments of children and plans appropriate next steps for their learning. She effectively monitors children's development and identifies any gaps in their development to move them forward in their learning.  The childminder makes good use of opportunities to support children's mathematical understanding as they play and explore. For instance, children learn to count the goals they score and the number of scoops needed to fill a container with water.  The childminder teaches children about making healthy choices. Children learn the importance of healthy food and drinks, regular exercise and staying safe in the sun.

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This provision is good

 Children make good progress, are motivated to learn and gain a good foundation for their future learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not fully considered how she can adapt activities to reflect the different ways that children learn, in order to support their early literacy skills further.  At times, the childminder does not consistently encourage children's creative choices, in order to support them to develop their ideas fully.

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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

 develop further the existing practice in teaching children to develop their reading and writing skills, in order to help them make even better progress in literacy  increase opportunities for children to experiment and explore their creative ideas in order to develop their thinking skills even further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. She and the childminder carried out a joint evaluation of the teaching and learning that took place.  The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home used by children.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as policies and children's records.  The inspector took account of parents' views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder reviews her provision effectively to improve the service she provides. She seeks the views of parents and children and is committed to improving her practice. For example, she works with local childminder advisers and uses training opportunities to develop her skills and keep her professional knowledge updated. The childminder understands the importance of working with other providers to ensure continuity and good outcomes for children. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of how to keep children safe. She has a clear understanding of the process to follow should she need to report any concerns about a child's well-being.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder supports children to develop their communication and language skills successfully. For example, she encourages children to engage further in conversations through using resources that interest them. The childminder provides fun activities that encourage children's physical development. Children focus as they peel stickers and laugh as they join in with fun competitions, such as egg and spoon races and target games. The childminder encourages children to consider the differences and similarities between themselves and other people. For instance, she helps them learn about the different clothes people wear around the world, and children enjoy visiting places in the local community.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a warm, safe and stimulating environment for the children. She makes thorough checks of her home and garden to ensure children can play safely. The childminder is a good role model and uses a range of effective strategies to help children learn to behave well. Children learn to share, take turns and respect each other. The childminder supports children's independence well and gives them many opportunities to become independent in managing their own needs. Children organise themselves at mealtimes and collect the equipment they need. They learn to manage their personal routines and to change their clothes.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children listen carefully, respond to discussions and express their thoughts confidently. They gain a good understanding of the world and demonstrate their curiosity. For example, they explore and learn about floating and sinking, and test out their ideas to make a water wheel turn faster. Children learn to respect the natural world, develop their understanding of where food comes from and how to care for plants. They progress well with their mathematical knowledge and use their counting skills accurately. Children use their imaginations as they play and develop storylines with toy characters.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 255410 Local authority Walsall Inspection number 1090410 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1992 and lives in Rushall, Walsall. She operates Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 5.30pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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