Childminder in Solihull

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 January 2018 Not applicable

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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 conscientiously since her registration to provide a high- quality service for children and their families. She maintains her professional development and keeps up to date with changes and new information.  The childminder promotes children's learning well. She engages them fully and motivates them through good interaction and frequent praise. The childminder makes accurate assessments of children's achievements. She identifies where they need to close gaps in their learning and explores various methods to help children make good progress.  Children behave well and respond positively to reminders to follow rules and to share. They develop good independence skills and learn to keep themselves safe during play. The childminder provides a calm atmosphere in which children feel emotionally secure.  Partnerships with parents are very strong. The childminder works effectively with

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This provision is good

parents and agrees strategies to support children's learning and care. She has frequent discussions with parents about children's learning, to help them make good progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder does not allow enough time for children to complete tasks before moving them on to another.  The childminder does not consistently monitor her practice, such as by reviewing the quality of her teaching.

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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

 enhance opportunities for children to develop and complete tasks that interest them while they learn  strengthen the monitoring of practice to raise the quality of teaching to even higher levels.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during indoor activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. The inspector carried out an evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector read written feedback from parents and took account of their views.  The inspector looked at documentation required for the efficient running of the childminder's setting.  The inspector had a tour of the premises and discussed risk assessments with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder knows what to do should she have any concerns about children in her care. She carries out regular risk assessments and minimises potential hazards to help ensure the premises are suitable for children. The childminder maintains her professional development through various methods. She regularly meets with other professionals and completes courses. For example, she uses her increased knowledge of outside play to enhance children's understanding of the environment. The childminder consistently monitors what children do and know. Parents' written feedback includes positive comments about the childminder's good communication and her willingness to adapt routines to children's individual needs. The childminder actively seeks guidance from other professionals and works effectively with them to help ensure children get the support they need.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder effectively promotes children's development in all areas of learning. She helps them to develop their thinking skills through effective questioning and constant interaction. The childminder engages children fully and they learn to maintain their concentration. She makes good use of resources to provide interest and variety during activities. For example, children learn to use scissors and other tools to cut dough. The childminder observes children's abilities and plans effectively for the next steps in their learning. She challenges children, such as by helping them to recognise letters in their names. The childminder persists in her efforts to help all children receive tailored support and involves parents in making decisions about their child's development.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy. They form strong bonds with the childminder and confidently approach her for help. Babies enjoy cuddles and remain calm while the childminder talks to them in soothing tones. Children independently select resources for play and choose from a selection of fruit for snack. They enjoy nutritious meals and have access to drinking water throughout the day. Children enjoy vigorous outside play in the well-resourced garden and sleep after lunch, as agreed with parents. Children learn to keep themselves safe while they climb stairs. They are developing an understanding of the need to share and take turns.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are eager to learn and make good progress in their development. They enjoy creative play while they explore textures. Children recognise letters and count during play. They develop the social skills to mix in large groups away from the childminder's home. Children learn how to interact with other children and adults. This helps to prepare them for the next stage in learning at nursery or school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY497337 Local authority Solihull Inspection number 1036702 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Solihull. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except during bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder offers funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. She holds a level 3 qualification.

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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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