Childminder in Birmingham

Inspection date 8 November 2018 Previous inspection date 5 March 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is good

n The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn through play and repetition. She provides plenty of opportunities for children to follow their interests and lead their own learning, and supports their ongoing good progress. n Children's personal, social emotional development are good. The childminder sees all children as unique individuals. She treats them equally and they develop a good sense of belonging and emotional well-being in a nurturing environment. n The childminder has maintained excellent partnerships with parents. Parents comment that they value the ongoing information that the childminder shares and their children's artwork that they receive. They describe the provision as 'the safest and friendliest' for their child. n The childminder identifies possible risks to children and removes or reduces any hazards. She helps children to develop an awareness of their own safety and

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The provision is good

successfully promotes their sense of responsibility. Children play well together and take good care of the toys, resources and equipment.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n Although the childminder monitors children's progress well overall, she does not consistently make highly effective use of her learning assessments of children to focus precisely on helping them to make outstanding progress. n The childminder's self-evaluation is not rigorous enough to help raise the quality of the provision even higher.

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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

n focus even more precisely on what children need to learn next to help them make excellent progress in their learning n reflect and review current methods of self-evaluation to drive forward improvements and raise the quality of the provision to the highest levels.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector had a tour of the premises with the childminder. She observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all adults living and working on the premises. She looked at a range of documentation and discussed the childminder's self- evaluation. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector observed and evaluated a learning activity with the childminder. n The inspector took account of parents' written comments and views.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands her responsibility to protect children from harm. She knows how to report any concerns that she may have about a child in her care. The childminder monitors and shares children's ongoing progress with parents so that they are involved in their child's learning. She has maintained effective partnerships with staff in other settings where some children also attend. Children benefit from the continuity of care and learning experiences that they receive. The childminder has a good overview of her assistant's practice and ensures that he is aware of the setting's policies and procedures. She regularly meets with other childminders and completes mandatory training regularly. This helps her to keep up to date with changes in guidance and to improve the outcomes for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides children with a range of stimulating activities and experiences that ignites their interests and motivates them to learn. Children practise new skills to develop their physical coordination. For example, during a craft activity, children explore the different textures. They pick up craft items of different shapes and sizes to make their pictures. The childminder encourages children to 'have a go' and try new things. She joins in, skilfully asks questions, models good use of language and repeats what children say. Children gain the confidence to share their views and experiences. They enjoy rhymes and demonstrate that they understand. For example, children join in with actions and try to sing along. The childminder listens to children attentively and offers genuine praise for their efforts and achievements, which enhances their self-esteem.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has an excellent rapport with the children. She creates inviting and comfortable surroundings where children can safely explore and become independent in their play. Good settling-in procedures help children build secure relationships with the childminder and settle into their new environment quickly. Children are aware of behavioural expectations and follow simple rules well. They have regular opportunities to play outdoors, such as in the childminder's garden. She provides healthy and nutritious meals and responds to children's need for sleep and rest. The childminder supports children's physical and emotional needs extremely well. Children visit local community groups and the local parks, which promote their understanding of the wider world.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their individual starting points. They are inquisitive, confident and show an eagerness to learn. They follow instructions well, 'have a go' and try new experiences. Children develop good communication and language skills. They confidently interact with the childminder, visitors and other children, and share their achievements. They demonstrate positive attitudes to learning and develop important skills needed for future learning and their eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY356584 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 10070009 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection 5 March 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2007. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3. She works with an assistant.

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Registers

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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