Childminder EY494675

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 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 works well in partnership with parents and other providers, to meet children's needs. She has frequent discussions with parents about their children's ongoing progress and well-being. She shares assessment information with other settings children attend, to help provide continuity in their care and learning.  The childminder observes and assesses children's learning accurately and makes good use of this information to plan for their next steps in learning. Children are motivated to play and learn and progress well from their starting points.  The childminder uses questions skilfully, to challenge children's thinking and to encourage them to explore their own ideas and solve problems.  The childminder plans interesting activities that help children to develop their mathematical understanding. Older children talk about the properties of shapes and use these to create pictures.  The childminder provides a warm, safe and stimulating environment for children. They

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This provision is good

are happy and build trusting relationships with her.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not identified where some aspects of teaching can be further improved, to raise the quality of children's learning experiences to the highest level.  The childminder does not consider how to fully involve the youngest children during some activities, to support their learning in the best possible way.

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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

 reflect more precisely on the quality of teaching and learning to raise outcomes for children to the highest level  identify where activities can be adapted to include the best possible learning opportunities for the youngest children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection, and carried out a joint evaluation of the teaching and learning.  The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home used by children.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as policies and children's records.  The inspector took account of parents' views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows how to seek advice and the correct procedures to follow if she has concerns regarding children's welfare. She values the views of parents and involves them in the self-evaluation process, to identify further improvements to the service she provides. For example, she plans to enhance the arrangements to help parents share details about their children's achievements at home. The childminder is committed to her ongoing professional development. For example, recent training helped her to identify ways to help children to catch up in their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is skilled in helping children to develop their communication and language skills. Babies listen carefully, copy familiar words they hear and sing songs. Older children engage in conversations and express themselves clearly. They select words for effect, such as 'whack it'. The childminder plans enjoyable activities that encourage children to practise their physical skills. Older children decide on the rules for a bat and ball target game and tap a balloon repeatedly to keep it from falling to the ground. Children develop their understanding of the world. They learn about life cycles, such as how a caterpillar turns into a butterfly, and how to use technology to help find answers to their questions. They explore differences and similarities, such as how individuals are unique and special.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder takes time to help new children to settle. She works closely with parents to find out about their children's individual interests, needs and routines. She supports children's emotional security well and uses effective strategies to help them to manage their feelings. The childminder is a good role model and children respond positively to her. She provides them with clear expectations and behaviour is good. The childminder helps children to develop their understanding of healthy lifestyles. Children learn the importance of washing their hands before meals, benefit from regular exercise and enjoy healthy snacks.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children gain a wealth of skills that prepares them for their future learning and have positive attitudes to learning. They are inquisitive and ask questions to deepen their understanding. They persevere and show a strong desire to complete tasks for themselves. Younger children recognise their needs, such as needing sleep or water to drink. Children develop good social skills and are keen to include friends in their play. They develop their own storylines as they play imaginatively and read books.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY494675 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 1031341 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 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015. She operates Monday to Thursday from 7.30am to 5pm all year, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification and qualified teacher status. She receives funding to provide free early education to children aged two, three and four years.

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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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