Childminder in Worcestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 April 2018 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 well qualified. She uses her knowledge and previous experience to provide children with a welcoming and stimulating environment to enable them to enjoy and achieve.  Children are very happy and form close bonds with the childminder. This is because they receive warm and affectionate care, helping them feel safe and secure. This supports their emotional well-being very effectively.  Children's behaviour is good. The childminder speaks to children in a calm and respectful way. She provides gentle reminders about using good manners and sharing. Children receive praise and encouragement for their achievements, helping to boost their confidence and self-esteem.  The childminder promotes children's health and physical development well. All children enjoy the opportunity to spend time outdoors, developing their exploration skills, physical development and confidence in their own abilities.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not fully developed ways of encouraging parents to regularly share information about what their children can do at home.  The childminder's professional development is not sharply focused to raise the quality of teaching to the highest level.

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 parents to share details about their children's learning at home so that these can be taken into account when planning for children's future learning  sharpen the focus on professional development opportunities even further to help raise the quality of teaching to the highest level.

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outside and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at a sample of relevant documentation with regards to children's welfare and safety, including evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.

p.2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a very good understanding of child protection issues. She has clear policies and procedures in place to support her practice. She demonstrates her good knowledge of the possible signs of abuse and neglect to keep children safe from the risk of harm. The childminder reviews her provision to identify where further improvements can be made to promote outcomes for children. The childminder knows the individual learning needs of her children well and she frequently checks the progress they make. For example, she uses learning journey records to provide parents with an overview of their child's progress in all areas of learning.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses her good-teaching skills and enthusiasm to promote learning through play. She fosters young children's emerging language very well, such as through her good interactions and skilful questions. Young children are keen to sing their favourite action songs, such as 'Row the boat'. Children focus well for their age while playing with toys that interest them, such as popular play figures and cars. Children develop interest and curiosity as they take turns to mix paints and use their pink fingers to print blossom on their trees. They learn early mathematical skills, counting their fingers and the number of stars they have on the board. Children learn about shapes and space while completing puzzles as they look for a square and circle. Children benefit from the childminder's interactions with them as they play. For example, she sits at their level as they pretend to be doctors.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a positive role model and shows a genuine interest in what children say and do. She has a good rapport with the children. She knows them well and gives them plenty of attention. Children follow a familiar routine during the day, helping them feel secure. Young children show good levels of confidence for their age. Children join in a short circle time, talking about the weather and how they feel. The good organisation of the playroom enables children to choose what they would like to play with. Children learn about the world around them and how to keep safe on outings. They visit the local library and playgroups where they can socialise with their peers. Children receive healthy meals and snacks. The childminder teaches children about the importance of brushing their teeth after lunch. She works well with parents to ensure that she meets children's needs. She makes effective links with parents and other professionals to share progress reports for

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

children between the ages of two and three years.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and develop key skills to help them when they move on to school. Children's imaginations and language skills are very good. They are confident and behave well. Children learn independence from an early age, such as putting on their coats and shoes to play outside.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY497842 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 1041787 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

p.4

Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

p.4

Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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