Childminder in Solihull

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 June 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

 The childminder carries out daily checks of premises to remove any hazards, which helps to promote children's safety. She supervises children well.  The childminder's knowledge of how children learn and develop has a positive impact on the learning experiences she offers. Her quality of teaching is consistently good. As a result, children are keen learners who make good progress in their development.  The childminder makes good use of personal research and professional networking groups to update her knowledge and refresh her skills. This helps her to continually promote good outcomes for children.  The childminder helps children to learn about the importance of leading healthy lifestyles. She provides healthy snacks and meals and plenty of opportunities for children to enjoy and benefit from fresh air and exercise.  The childminder seeks the views of parents and children to help her to make improvements to her provision.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always gather enough information about children's prior learning at home from parents when children first start, to help her identify children's starting points more precisely.  The childminder does not consistently create enough opportunities for children to learn about the similarities and differences between themselves and others in the world around them.

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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

 further encourage parents to share information about children's knowledge and skills when they first start and use this information to inform planning from the outset  extend children's knowledge and understanding of the similarities and differences between themselves and others, to further develop their awareness of diversity.

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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 took account of the written views of parents. She looked at children's assessment records and a range of other documentation, including accident records, and she discussed the childminder's self-evaluation with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and the childminder's qualifications. The inspector held discussions with the childminder, including to jointly evaluate an activity.  The inspector spoke with 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 secure knowledge of the possible signs and indicators of abuse and neglect. She attends training on child protection and is confident about the steps to take to refer any concerns she may have about a child's welfare. The childminder monitors children's progress to help her to identify and close any gaps in their development and to plan for their next stage of learning. The childminder regularly evaluates and reflects on the service she provides. For example, she has made changes to the way she records information about children's learning to help her to plan more accurately for children's next steps.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder promotes children's mathematical skills well. For example, children learn to count, compare and use mathematical language during play and routines. The childminder joins children in their play, fostering their language development through many conversations. She asks the children searching questions, such as 'who is on the plane?' and 'what can we make with potatoes?' This helps to promote children's thinking skills and language development. Children have access to many books to ensure that they see words in print and to promote their early literacy skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's welcoming and friendly environment. The childminder has a calm and patient manner. She gives children her individual attention, which helps to ensure that each child feels valued. She effectively supports children's self-esteem in many ways. For example, she is very attentive and provides regular praise for their efforts as well as their achievements. Children are aware of the childminder's expectations, regarding their behaviour in her home. She has clear house rules, such as being kind to each other and sharing. Children behave well. They are sociable and use good manners. They learn to do things for themselves, such as tidying up their toys.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points. They are motivated and positive learners. They are confident communicators who express their wants and needs. Children learn to be independent. They develop the skills and attributes they need to be ready for their next stage of learning, including school. They demonstrate good levels of concentration and listening skills and are learning to follow instructions well.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY497918 Local authority Solihull Inspection number 1040886 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 3 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 2016. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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