Childminder in Leicestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 July 2017 29 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 develops very strong partnerships with parents. She uses information obtained from parents to develop effective care plans in order to meet children's individual care needs.  The childminder prepares children for the move on to school extremely well. She communicates very well with the teacher, who visits children in the childminder's home. This helps children to embrace this new experience with confidence.  There are good opportunities for children to make decisions and choices in their play. They confidently select their favourite toys and activities to explore.  Children develop a good sense of belonging and have high self-esteem. The childminder constantly praises children for their achievements and gives them the confidence to have a go.  Children settle quickly in the childminder's relaxed and welcoming home. They receive lots of cuddles and reassurance if they are feeling unsure. This helps children to feel

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not share information about children's learning with other settings they also attend, such as nursery and pre-school. This does not fully promote a shared and consistent approach to children's learning and development.  The childminder does not plan highly challenging activities that help children to reach the highest possible outcomes in their 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

 develop the communications with other settings that some children also attend, to promote even further the continuity of learning for children  extend further the quality of teaching so that activities fully challenge children to help them reach the highest possible outcomes in their learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors. She assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector evaluated children's learning during activities with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's training and suitability. She looked at relevant documentation and discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and children's learning.  The inspector took account of the views of parents from their written comments provided by the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has a good understanding of all statutory requirements. She updates her knowledge through training and by sharing good practice with other professionals. This ensures that she maintains good-quality teaching and learning experiences for children. The childminder is a reflective practitioner. Since the last inspection, the childminder has developed a wider range of outdoor play resources for children to explore. She has built upon the strong partnership she has with the local school. Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder carries out thorough risk assessments and keeps children safe at all times. She knows what action to take if she has concerns that a child may be at risk of harm. Parents comment on the kind and friendly nature of the childminder. Parents comment that children feel incredibly comfortable in her care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes children at play and gains information about their learning from parents. She uses this information effectively to identify what children can do and to plan for their future learning. This helps all children make good progress in their learning and development. Children enjoy activities that reflect their individual interests. They concentrate well and become engrossed in their learning. For example, children enjoy being creative while assembling materials to make butterflies and robots. The childminder is good at facilitating children's learning, demonstrating what they need to do and giving a running commentary. She encourages children to think and make their own decisions.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children form a very strong bond with the childminder and each other. Older children particularly show care and concern towards younger children. They help young children complete puzzles and are friendly towards babies. All children behave well. They are respectful towards others, take turns and share. The childminder is a good role model. She provides children with gentle reminders, such as drinking water to keep themselves healthy. Children show a good understanding of daily routines. They confidently go to the toilet independently and tidy away toys ready for the next activity. The childminder helps children to be part of the wider community. Children develop their social skills while attending toddler group. They thoroughly enjoy being active during weekly music and rhyme workshops.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop the skills required for the next stage in their learning and eventual move on to school. They show curiosity for the world in which they live. Older children enjoy observing caterpillars in a jar and learn about the changes made as caterpillars change into butterflies. Young children enjoy exploring objects with all of their senses. For example, by shaking, feeling and tasting. Children develop their early writing skills as they write letters of their name. They enjoy reading books and use number names and counting during everyday activities. All children are confident talkers. They use language to engage with others, including those who speak English as an additional language.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 226610 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 1090206 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 18

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1999 and lives in South Wigston, Leicestershire. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a recognised early years 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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Telephone number

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