Childminder in Stoke-on-Trent

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 August 2017 16 January 2013

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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 experienced childminder has a good understanding of child development. Overall, she uses regular observations to successfully identify children's next steps in learning.  Young children demonstrate that they have a close attachment with the childminder. They regularly show affection and give the childminder cuddles.  The childminder regularly evaluates her practice. She actively seeks the views of children and parents to help her identify future development targets.  Children have good opportunities to learn about mathematics. The childminder encourages them to count objects they can find. Children are supported to learn how to add numbers together. They are excited to find out that adding two and three together makes five.  Children enjoy a tasty range of freshly prepared foods, including fresh vegetables.  Children have good opportunities to learn about diversity, such as when exploring

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This provision is good

resources that reflect different cultural backgrounds. Children learn to respect each others' differences and develop their understanding of different cultures and religions.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, the childminder does not always consider how children of different ages can be fully involved when taking part in planned activities together.  The childminder does not consistently plan some learning opportunities to fully reflect the choices of all children, such as those who prefer to learn outdoors.

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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

 support the involvement of children of different ages when they take part in planned activities together  build on learning experiences and opportunities for those children who prefer to learn outdoors.

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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 completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of local safeguarding procedures. She knows how to recognise and report any child protection concerns to help ensure that children are protected from harm. She maintains a safe and secure environment and ensures that children are supervised well. The childminder regularly talks with parents about their child's progress. Parents are happy with the service provided by the childminder. Overall, she tracks children's progress effectively to identify their achievements and target any gaps in their development to help them catch up quickly. She recognises the importance of keeping her knowledge and skills up to date to help improve outcomes for children. For example, recent training has equipped the childminder with new skills to teach children about positional language, such as behind and in front of and top and bottom.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children's communication and language skills are developing well. They confidently start conversations with adults and talk about people that are important to them. The childminder shows a genuine interest in what children say and engages in meaningful conversations. This helps to enhance children's speech and broaden their vocabulary. Children spend long periods engaged in their play. They develop good social skills and happily play with their friends. For example, children learn how to socialise in large group situations during visits to local amenities, such as soft play and dance groups. Children use their vivid imaginations as they play. For example, they play hairdressers, write down appointment times and decide how much a new style should cost.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is aware of each child's personal care needs. This helps to ensure that their welfare is effectively planned for. The childminder offers flexible settling-in sessions. This helps children get to know the childminder and her home. Children choose from the wide variety of resources available, helping to develop their independence. The childminder supports children to learn about safety. For example, she reminds young children not to rock and climb on chairs. Children are consistently kind and respectful. They behave with consideration towards others.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning. Younger children actively engage in taking turns in activities. They show sustained concentration as they follow their own ideas. Young children are clearly happy and communicate with excitement while singing familiar songs and rhymes. Overall, children demonstrate a confidence and motivation to learn. They learn to care for the environment and get actively involved in tidy-up time. Children develop the key skills in readiness for their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY248224 Local authority Stoke on Trent Inspection number 1064385 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 10

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 16 January 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1978 and lives in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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