Childminder in Birmingham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 March 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 Outstanding 1

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This provision is good

 The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to improving outcomes for all children. The quality of teaching and learning is consistently good.  The childminder carries out daily checks and thorough risk assessments of her premises, which helps to promote children's safety. She supervises children exceptionally well.  The childminder provides a superbly warm and welcoming environment for children. She forms strong attachments with the children who openly show their affection towards her.  The childminder has developed effective ways to reflect on and evaluate her provision to help her to identify where she can make changes so that her practice continues to improve. For example, she has made changes to her garden to enable her to extend learning opportunities, particularly for children who prefer to learn outdoors.  The childminder aids children to develop an excellent appreciation of diversity. She

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This provision is good

helps children to learn about different cultures and traditions through discussions and a variety of creative activities.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always share enough detailed information with parents to enable them to continue to support their child's learning at home.  The childminder does not provide enough opportunities for parents to share information about their children's learning at home to enable them to be fully involved in the assessment process.

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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 detailed information, regarding children's next stages of learning, to parents to enable them to continue their child's learning at home  encourage parents to share more information about their children's achievements at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. The inspector carried out a joint evaluation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of parents' views through written feedback provided.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, and a range of other documentation, including accident records and she discussed the childminder's self- evaluation document with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and adults living on the premises and the childminder's qualifications.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and spoke to children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of how to protect children. She knows the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and who to report any concerns to. The childminder has effective systems in place to maintain a two- way flow of information with other providers that children may attend. This helps to promote continuity in children's learning. The childminder welcomes the support of the local authority advisers to help to improve her practice. She uses personal online research to update her knowledge to help her to improve outcomes for children. The childminder monitors children's progress closely to identify and close any gaps in their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes regular observation and assessments of children's learning. She successfully plans for their next steps using her knowledge of how each child learns best. Children choose their own resources from easily accessible storage and become keen and motivated learners. The childminder encourages children to manipulate dough and use simple tools to help enhance their small-muscle skills. She recognises when children are keen to continue with their play and allows them time to focus on their chosen activities. The childminder supports children in extending their creativity. For example, she encourages children to make play food and then use this in their imaginative play later. The childminder initiates many interesting discussions and shows a genuine interest in what children say. This helps to promote children's language skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

Children behave exceptionally well. They have a clear understanding of the childminder's expectations. For example, they know they must not enter the kitchen without the childminder's supervision or run in the childminder's home. The childminder is an excellent role model and supports children to learn to share and take turns. The learning environment is highly motivating, attractive and well organised. Children show a sense of belonging in the childminder's care. They know where to find their favourite toys and make independent decisions about their play. Children are exceptionally kind to each other. For example, a child offers to share her spare socks with her friend whose socks are wet. Children can manage their own personal care routines and put their coats on. Children enjoy their sociable mealtimes. They chat about the fruit they like and are happy to try different foods. Children have daily opportunities for fresh air and physical exercise.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in all areas of their development. Children are motivated learners who have a keen disposition to learning. They demonstrate strong listening and attention skills. They confidently count, recognise numbers and make comparisons. Children develop their early writing skills. They are starting to write some letters of their names. They are developing the skills and attitudes they need for the next stage of their learning and for their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY495166 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 1035432 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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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 and lives in Birmingham. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and 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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