Childminder EY498865

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 April 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

 Children develop a good understanding of mathematical language during activities. For example, the childminder encourages children to count and recognise different shapes during play.  The childminder effectively uses information from her assessments and observations of children's development effectively. She accurately tracks their progress and identifies what children need to learn next to assist her in ensuring that children make good progress.  Children settle well and form good relationships with the childminder which promotes their well-being. Children display a strong sense of belonging and are emotionally secure. The childminder is attentive and responsive to children's individual needs.  Effective partnerships with parents and other professionals support children's individual needs. The childminder regularly shares information with parents to support continuity in children's care and learning.

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This provision is good

 The childminder uses rigorous strategies to evaluate the quality of her setting. She is eager to provide good-quality provision for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder does not follow children's interests to plan activities that consistently motivate and challenge them further in their learning.  The childminder does not always focus her professional development sharply enough to drive forward the quality of teaching to an outstanding level.

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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

 use children's interests to build on what they know and like to do to motivate and challenge them further  enhance opportunities for professional development to help take the already good- quality teaching and practice to the highest possible level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents during the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, and evidence of the suitability of people living in the household.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of how to keep children safe from harm and an up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation. She understands the action she must take if she has any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder gathers the views of children and parents to help her to evaluate her practice. She identifies areas for development and plans improvements to enhance children's care and learning experiences. The childminder is well organised. She implements and maintains comprehensive policies, procedures and records that help to promote children's safety, welfare and learning. The organisation of the premises is very well managed. The childminder has dedicated play space in her home to allow a greater range of activities and learning opportunities for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder interacts well with children and skilfully supports their learning and development. She talks with children to extend their vocabulary and communication skills effectively. She uses successful questioning techniques and well-considered explanations to help children's fuller understanding. She provides a plentiful range of good-quality resources that stimulates children and encourages them to explore. Children are encouraged to be creative. They enjoy dressing as dragons and make sounds that imitate the creatures. The childminder encourages children to count as they play and some children recognise numerals. Children enjoy exploring and using small-world figures in play that encourages them to think creatively.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a good role model for children. They are happy, relaxed and content in the childminder's care. She talks with children in a polite and respectful way and fully values their contributions. Children are well behaved. The childminder compliments children for their efforts which enhances their self-esteem. Children know where the resources are stored and independently help themselves. They happily take responsibility for clearing away their plates after their snack. The childminder provides children with regular outdoor play in her garden. Children visit nature centres and the local park which promotes their understanding of the wider world. Children follow good hygiene practices and develop their self-care skills, such as putting on their own shoes.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning. They are very sociable, confident and enthusiastic. They develop good physical skills and become very independent. Children recognise numerals and use their counting skills as they play and explore. They develop the necessary skills they need for their future learning, including the move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY498865 Local authority Solihull Inspection number 1041799 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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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 Castle Bromwich, Birmingham. She operates all year around, from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3.

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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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