Childminder EY308785

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 May 2018 22 September 2014

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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 is warm and caring. Children form strong attachments with her, supporting their emotional well-being. They go to the childminder for a hug and confidently seek her support to help them with tasks.  Children make good progress in all areas of their development. The childminder supports children well in their communication and language skills. She models language for children and asks questions to encourage them to respond.  The childminder attends training regularly to keep up to date with changes in legislation and guidance. She networks with other childminders to enhance her skills and knowledge.  The childminder establishes strong relationships with parents. She regularly shares information about children's progress, promoting consistency in their learning.  The childminder takes children on outings to the local park, farm and outdoor play spaces. These enable children to meet with other children and adults and build on their

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always use successful ways to share information about children's development with other settings they attend to promote continuity in their learning.  The childminder does not always make the most of opportunities to extend children's mathematical understanding and skills.

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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

 strengthen partnerships with other settings that children attend to share information about children's development and provide better continuity in their learning  make better use of opportunities for children to learn about shapes, space and measurements to further raise their outcomes in mathematics.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children’s learning activities and assessed the impact these have on their development.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children during the inspection.  The inspector completed an evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder knows how to keep children safe. She undertakes regular child protection training to refresh her knowledge. She recognises the signs that might suggest a child is at risk of harm and knows how to report any concerns. The childminder collaborates well with other childminders. She shares her good knowledge and uses new ideas to develop and improve her provision and children's learning. The childminder considers the views of parents to help her evaluate her practice and make effective changes when required. She supports parents in continuing with their child’s learning at home. For example, she provides parents with toys and games that they can use at home with their children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children in her care very well. She plans activities around children's interests that build on their knowledge and skills. She makes observations and assessments of the progress they make. The childminder joins in children's play and introduces new activities to motivate them that are based on their changing interests. Children’s imaginations and creative development are well supported. The childminder provides opportunities for them to discover new experiences in the play kitchen. They show good curiosity and explore the wide range of toys and resources that is available. Children use cutters and rolling pins when playing with play dough. Younger children show good problem-solving skills as they work out how to tip the play dough out of a container.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children behave well and show good social skills. The childminder encourages children to share and play cooperatively with others. She praises their efforts during activities. For example, she tells them how well they are doing when they use a rolling pin to flatten the play dough. Children learn about the importance of exercise and a healthy diet. The childminder offers children healthy snacks that include fruit and vegetables. Children are encouraged to take responsibility for tasks, such as tidying away toys after activities, to develop their independence and confidence. Children learn about their local community and the wider world.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in their learning. They are confident to explore and participate in activities. Younger children are learning to share. They take turns and show an eagerness to do things for themselves. Children enjoy the company of other children and include them in their play. Children are developing the skills needed for the next stage of their learning and their eventual move on to nursery and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY308785 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 1104361 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 22 September 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Yardley. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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