Childminder 201225

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 July 2017 18 March 2014

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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 an accurate understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of her practice and what she needs to do to improve further. She involves parents in her reviews to take account of their views.  The childminder supports children's early literacy skills well. For example, she helps children to recognise their names and learn about letters and their sounds. She provides opportunities for them to practise their writing skills.  The childminder provides a good range of opportunities for children to be physically active and practise their physical skills. Children crawl in and out of tunnels and learn to pedal and steer bicycles.  Children are making good progress and develop a wide range of skills that prepares them well for their future learning.  The childminder helps children learn about keeping themselves safe and encourages them to make healthy choices. Children learn the importance of good dental hygiene,

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This provision is good

how to stay safe in the sun and about healthy food choices.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not identify when children's awareness of the similarities and differences between their lives and those of others can be developed further.  The childminder does not consider fully the needs of babies during some activities to support and challenge their learning in the best possible way.

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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

 provide more opportunities for children to learn about diversity between themselves and others in the community and wider world to extend their understanding  review planning to more effectively consider how to include the best possible learning opportunities for babies.

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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 to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection and carried out a joint evaluation of the teaching and learning.  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

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows how to seek advice and the correct procedures to follow if she has concerns regarding children's welfare. She makes good use of safety checks and risk assessments to ensure she keeps children safe. The childminder considers how outcomes for children can be improved further. For example, she uses training opportunities and shares good practice with other childminders, such as ideas to improve children's learning outdoors. The childminder maintains a clear overview of children's progress to help them achieve well. She works closely with parents to support their continued learning at home. Partnerships with parents are good.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is successful in helping children develop their communication and language skills. For instance, she learns key words in children's home languages to support their sense of belonging, encourages their use of language and helps them to expand their vocabulary as they play. The childminder makes effective use of opportunities that arise to support children's mathematical understanding. Children talk about their different ages and learn how to recognise numbers. The childminder provides an interesting range of resources to help children explore and investigate. Children enjoy operating toys with moving parts, lights and sounds. The childminder helps children explore their creative ideas. For example, she encourages children to extend their ideas as they use role-play equipment, such as playing picnics and setting up an ice-cream parlour.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and secure. They build good relationships with the childminder, who is friendly and nurturing. The childminder is a good role model and children have clear guidance about what appropriate behaviour means. They learn about friendly behaviour to share and take turns. The childminder supports children's growing independence well. For example, she encourages children to put on their shoes and manage other tasks for themselves. Children make their own choices and know how to explore the environment safely. The childminder helps children develop good self-esteem and emotional security. Children receive praise and encouragement for their achievements. They are confident and secure.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are keen to explore and they make confident decisions in their play. They progress well with their communication and language skills. Babies use actions and gestures to express themselves clearly. Older children talk confidently and clearly and take the lead in singing songs and rhymes. They enjoy involving others in their play, demonstrating caring attitudes and huging their friends when they are upset.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 201225 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 1086952 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 18 March 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1992 and lives in Coleshill, Warwickshire. She operates all year round from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, 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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