Childminder in Leicestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 November 2017 Not applicable

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

p.1

This provision is good

 The childminder is enthusiastic about improving her professional development through training, professional networks and research. She uses her learning effectively to improve her teaching practice. For example, she introduces children to interesting art activities and stories to help them learn about the similarities and differences between themselves and others.  The childminder has a good knowledge of child development. She uses this to create a rich learning environment in which children confidently choose their play.  Partnerships with parents is strong. The childminder works closely with parents to gain a thorough understanding of children's care and learning needs. This helps children to feel secure and make good progress in their learning and development. Parents praise the care and support that the childminder offers their children.  Children demonstrate warm and affectionate relationships with the childminder and

p.1

This provision is good

each other. They happily play together and approach the childminder for cuddles and chats.  The childminder supports children's language and communication skills well as she talks and plays with them. For example, she encourages babies to babble and copy the sounds that she makes. Older children learn new words, such as seed and pulp as they carve pumpkins.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, children are not encouraged to do things for themselves, such as tidying away their toys.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 encourage children to manage more tasks for themselves to build on their independence further.

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at documentation, including policies and procedures, children's development records and the suitability of adults living on the premises.  The inspector took into account the views of parents.

p.2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder is committed to the continual improvement of her provision. She carries out comprehensive self-evaluation, which includes the views of parents and children and uses the information gained to effectively target improvements. For example, successfully developing systems to observe and record children's achievements. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder keeps her knowledge of child protection procedures up to date and understands how to recognise and report any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder carries out robust safety assessments to keep children safe. She ensures children understand how to evacuate the premises in an emergency and rewards their success with a certificate. The childminder works closely with other settings that children attend to provide a consistent approach to children's ongoing learning.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has high expectations for all children. She successfully monitors children's progress and uses information from her observations and parents to plan for their next steps. The childminder organises interesting activities, which extends children's understanding of the world around them. She provides good support to develop children's imaginative and problem-solving skills. For example, children work together to create a conker run. They consider the most effective way to cut and stick cardboard rolls to a board to enable their conkers to get from top to bottom. Children enjoy developing their artistic skills as they decorate their creation. The childminder skilfully helps children to practise their mathematical skills as they play.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children thrive in a strong nurturing environment. The childminder is a positive role model and provides good examples of politeness and consideration for others. She provides constant praise and encouragement to help children develop their confidence and self- esteem. Children gain a good understanding of how to keep themselves healthy. They follow good hygiene routines and learn about healthy food and the benefits of fresh air and physical play. Babies receive strong support to develop their mobility. Children enjoy learning about people in the wider world through exciting art and craft activities.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress. They develop skills that prepare them well for their next stage of learning and eventual move to school. Children are very interested in the world around them and enjoy exploring their environment. They behave well and enjoy sharing their learning and play with other children and adults. Children listen attentively and follow instructions to play safely. Older children concentrate well and enjoy making marks and completing craft activities. They confidently count groups of objects and recognise colour and shapes.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY494556 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 1030636 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

p.4

Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

p.4

Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Earls Shilton, Leicestershire. She operates all year round from 7.45am until 6pm, except bank holidays, family holidays and two weeks at Christmas.

p.4

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.

p.4

Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

p.4

Telephone number

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/, write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk .

p.5

Telephone number

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our website for news, information and updates at www.ofsted.gov.uk/user.

p.5

Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

p.5