Childminder in Walsall

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 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 places a strong emphasis on children's safety. For example, she carries out daily checks of her premises to remove any hazards and supervises children well.  The childminder is well qualified. Her knowledge of how children learn and develop has a positive impact on the learning experiences she offers. Her quality of teaching is consistently good. Children make good progress from their individual starting points.  The childminder is committed to ongoing professional development. She develops her knowledge through working closely with other childminders, the local authority and regular personal online research. This helps her to promote good outcomes for children continually. She seeks the views of parents and children to help her to make improvements to her provision.  The childminder helps children to learn about the importance of leading healthy lifestyles. She provides healthy snacks and plenty of opportunities for children to enjoy

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This provision is good

and benefit from fresh air and exercise.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 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.  The childminder does not provide consistent opportunities for parents to share ongoing information about their children's achievements at home, to enable them to be more involved in their children's learning.

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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

 extend children's knowledge and understanding of the similarities and differences between themselves and others, to develop their awareness of diversity further  encourage parents to share more information about their children's achievements at home.

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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 spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, and a range of other documentation, including accident records, and she discussed the childminder's self- evaluation document with her.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and adults living on the premises, and the childminder's qualifications. The inspector held discussions with the childminder and 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 is fully aware of her responsibilities to protect the welfare of children. She has a secure knowledge of the possible signs and indicators of abuse and neglect. She attends training on child protection and is very clear about the steps to take to refer any concerns she may have about a child's welfare. The childminder checks children's progress to help to ensure any gaps in their learning are identified and managed, and to plan for their next stage of learning. The childminder regularly evaluates and reflects on the service she provides. For example, she has devised a 'school readiness' information pack for parents to help children to make smooth transitions to school when the time comes.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder builds on children's mathematical understanding well. For example, during water play she effectively weaves in counting, measurement and positional language. Children learn to count and recognise shapes during play and routines. The childminder is skilled at supporting children's language development. She models words clearly and uses descriptive language to build on their vocabulary. She asks children thought-provoking questions, such as 'where do shells come from?' and 'what do we need to make a cup of tea?'. 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 confident in the childminder's welcoming and friendly environment. The childminder is highly attentive and supports children's emotional development well through warm and affectionate care. She effectively promotes children's self-esteem in many ways. For example, she shows a genuine interest in what children have to say and provides regular praise for their efforts as well as their achievements. The childminder is consistent in her approach to behaviour management. This helps the children understand fair and clear boundaries. Children behave well. They are sociable and use good manners. They learn to do things for themselves, such as dressing themselves. Children have many opportunities to develop their physical skills. They go for regular walks in the nearby woods and visit the local park.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress. They show an eagerness to join in with activities and concentrate for long periods. They are confident communicators who express their wants and needs. Children learn to be independent. They are acquiring the skills and attributes they need to be ready for their next stage of learning, including school. They demonstrate good listening skills and are learning to follow instructions well.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY499023 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 1043901 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015. She operates all year round, on Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 5pm, 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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