Childminder 504782

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 May 2018 27 November 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 has strong relationships with parents. She encourages parents to share information about what their child likes to do at home to further support continuity in children’s learning and care.  The childminder develops trusting relationships with children. They feel secure and safe in her care. They behave well and are considerate towards other children. They are well mannered, share their toys and enjoy the company of other children  Childminder observes children as they play and tracks their progress to identify any gaps in their learning. She plans effectively for the next steps in their development to ensure they make good progress.  The play environment is stimulating and is well resourced. Children make independent choices as they play and access a range of easily accessible resources.  Children develop a good understanding of the wider world. The childminder plans a wide range of activities to help their understanding of the wider community. For

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This provision is good

example, children regularly visit farms, parks and local community activities.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder does not build on children’s interests to encourage their full engagement in activities and further extend their learning.  The childminder does not always work fully effectively with other settings that children attend to provide more continuity and consistency of experiences for children.

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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 the exchange of information with other settings that children attend, to support continuity in children's care and learning even further  support children's individual interests and provide more opportunities for them to direct their own play to strengthen their learning further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the children and the childminder's interactions with them.  The inspector reviewed a sample of documents, including children's learning records at the suitability of adults living at the premises.  The childminder held discussions with the childminder and spoke with the children at appropriate times.  The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of children's activities with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of children and the written views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of the child protection procedures to follow if she has any concerns regarding the well-being of a child in her care. She has a good understanding of how to report any issues. The childminder has dedicated play space in her home, and provides a wide range of activities and learning opportunities for children. The childminder keeps her knowledge up to date, for example, through training, to help improve her practice. The childminder reflects and evaluates her provision to enhance outcomes for children and to identify any areas for improvement. She carries out thorough risk assessments of her home and garden and when taking children on outings.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children gain a good range of skills and make good progress. The childminder effectively supports children's communication skills. Children speak well and listen attentively during story time. The childminder emphasises key words during the story to help children develop their speaking skills and understanding. Children's mathematical skills are well supported. Younger children count beyond 10 as they play a game and then follow instructions as they hunt for golden coins. Children show a keen interest in playing with toy animals and imitate the different sounds they make. They identify the names of the animals and discuss with the childminder where they live and what they eat. This promotes their confidence and communication skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder makes effective use of her home to support children's learning. She organises her playroom well and provides a wide range of toys and resources to stimulate children's play. The childminder encourages children's positive behaviour and encourages them to share. They develop strong social skills, make friends with each other and enjoy including each other in their play. Children are encouraged to follow a healthy lifestyle. For instance, children enjoy healthy snacks and meals and benefit from daily fresh air and physical exercise. For example, they hop and jump with confidence and enjoy singing and dancing. Children develop good independence and learn to manage their own self-care needs. They put on their own shoes and wash their hands before meals.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children's self-confidence is developing well. They develop a love of books and choose their favourite stories from the wide range of books freely available. They participate in pretend play and enjoy mark-making activities. Children are effectively acquiring the skills they will need for the next stage of their learning and as they move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 504782 Local authority Coventry Inspection number 1103846 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 27 November 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1996 and lives in Coventry. She operates all year round, from Monday to Thursday, 8am to 5pm. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3. The childminder provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children.

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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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