Childminder EY381109

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 November 2017 7 December 2016

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 worked rigorously to improve her provision. She works closely with parents and other professionals to review her practice. She regularly introduces changes for the benefit of the children and parents.  The childminder provides stimulating experiences and plans effectively for children's learning. She makes regular observations of children's abilities and accurately assesses their achievements. She then plans for further learning to ensure they make good progress.  Children have good independence skills. They spontaneously take responsibility for small tasks and confidently select resources that are stored within reach.  Partnership working is very effective. The childminder maintains a constant three-way flow of information with parents and other providers where children attend. They have frequent discussions and agree on the methods to move children on in their development.  Parents receive regular feedback about their children's development and contribute

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This provision is good

ideas for the next steps in their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not provide consistent opportunities for some children to be involved fully during activities. She does not always encourage all children to join in.  At times, the childminder does not give high priority to promoting children's personal skills, particularly so they learn to manage some daily care routines for themselves.

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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 all children to be fully involved in activities  help children to build further on their personal care skills during daily routine activities.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at a number of records and documentation required for the efficient management of the setting.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during indoor activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. The inspector evaluated an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with children during the inspection.  The inspector spoke with parents and read written feedback from other parents, and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder robustly reviews her provision and consistently makes changes in her practice. She maintains her professional development, such as through regular meetings and discussions with other professionals. For example, she conscientiously sets out action plans with targets that she achieves. This approach helps her to identify priorities, such as involving parents in the initial assessments of children's development. Parents say that the childminder maintains good communication and consistently shares information. In particular, she makes timely referrals and ensures children get the support they need to make good progress in their development. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of the types of abuse. She knows the procedures to follow to report concerns she might have about a child in her care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides stimulating learning experiences for children. She consistently promotes children's language skills and models words so that they increase their vocabulary and understanding. The childminder patiently encourages children's coordination skills. She demonstrates how to use a rolling pin and allows time for children to practise flattening the play dough. The childminder provides opportunities for them to explore textures and she includes good challenges for them to recognise a number of colours and shapes. The childminder makes regular observations of children's play. She includes opportunities for learning outdoors where children are at their best. Overall, she motivates them with her enthusiasm and lots of praise, ensuring they maintain concentration.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are generally confident and totally at ease in the childminder's care. They approach the childminder and express their wishes clearly, using a combination of spoken words and body language. They behave well and respond positively to the childminder's requests. For example, they join in willingly with tidying away resources and select the appropriate trays for storing toy cars. Children play well together and treat their friends with respect. They attend playgroups and develop an awareness of diversity. They have many opportunities to mix with other children from a wide range of backgrounds. There is a strong emphasis on outside play, ensuring children develop good physical skills.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They develop communication skills and learn to share and take turns during play. They are beginning to recognise shapes and colours. Children are developing their coordination skills and use tools with good control. They enjoy story time and contribute by pressing buttons and simulating animal sounds, demonstrating their understanding of what they hear. Children are developing good skills in preparation for their next stage in learning at nursery and eventually school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY381109 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 1107697 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 7 December 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008. She lives in Bedworth, Warwickshire. She operates all year round from 8am until 7.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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