Childminder EY451958

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 October 2017 11 February 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

 Children are happy, settled and relaxed in the childminder's care. The childminder uses comprehensive information gathered from parents about their child, to plan effectively for their individual care and learning needs, and help children make good progress.  The childminder supports children's learning well. She plans a wide variety of activities that take account of children's interests and abilities. Storage of resources at a low level enables children to access them independently.  Children show good levels of concentration. For example, they spend time placing different size beakers on top of each other and listen intently to their favourite stories.  Partnerships with parents are good. Systems for communication are effective. Daily discussion ensures both parties are fully aware of children's progress and development. Parents share their child's interests at home and activities they have enjoyed.

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This provision is good

 Children rest and sleep according to their needs. The childminder supervises children at all times. Daily care routines ensure children remain comfortable throughout the day.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not actively seek and act upon the views of parents and children about the service they receive, to enhance her process for self-evaluation.  The childminder does not always make the most of professional development opportunities, to develop her good practice even further.

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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

 effectively seek, evaluate and act on the views of parents and children, to drive continual improvement in practice  engage in regular professional development opportunities, to ensure knowledge is kept up to date and to improve teaching skills to an even higher level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities in the childminder's home, and assessed the impact it has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the written comments of parents.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of the suitability of adults living in the childminder's home.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder's knowledge of the potential signs of harm and neglect is secure. She is fully aware of the procedures to follow to raise a concern about a child in her care. Children's safety is paramount. The childminder takes effective steps to identify and minimise potential risks within her home, garden and on outings, to ensure children remain safe. Daily attendance records accurately reflect when children are present. The childminder regularly shares assessments of children's learning, development and progress with parents. This encourages continuity of care and learning. The childminder shares a variety of policies and procedures that reflect her ethos of care, with parents.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes and assesses children's development and achievements well. She provides learning opportunities that challenge, interest and motivate children to become involved. Resources effectively support children's learning further. Children use their mathematical skills successfully to count in everyday situations. The childminder encourages their awareness of different sizes of resources during activities. For example, children pick up different size balls of material while using spoons, ladles and serving tongs. Children's language and communication skills continually grow. The childminder responds to children's babble and introduces new words and sounds. She asks them questions and reinforces key words and phrases. Children develop early reading skills, as they look at books and point to different pictures and characters they can see.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children develop a strong sense of emotional well-being and show confidence and self- esteem. The childminder gives praise and encouragement for their efforts and achievements. Children spend lots of time outdoors and benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise. They enjoy climbing, running and exploring outdoors. Children develop good social skills and form friendships with a wide group of people. They regularly meet with familiar adults and children at different groups they attend. Children's dietary needs are well known and met. They enjoy freshly prepared foods each day. The childminder successfully incorporates their individual care routines into the daily routine.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children acquire the skills they need for future learning, in readiness for their eventual move on to school. They try new experiences and enjoy exploring the environment. Children develop confidence and independence as they choose different resources and lead their play. Children use a variety of mediums to make marks. For example, they use chalks and paints to make different patterns and explore their senses.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY451958 Local authority Coventry Inspection number 1066219 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 1 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 11 February 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012. She operates all year round, from 7.30am until 7.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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