Childminder in Birmingham

Inspection date 16 November 2018 Previous inspection date 10 June 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 and her assistant are very attentive and responsive to the different needs of children in their care. Children are happy, relaxed and content in the childminder's home. n The childminder maintains an effective two-way flow of information with parents. She shares information with them regularly about their child's care and learning experiences. Children benefit from the continuity of care and learning experiences. n The childminder provides clear behavioural expectations and teaches children about respect, acceptance and tolerance. Children show care towards one another and behave well. n The childminder helps children to develop an awareness of their own safety and successfully promotes their sense of responsibility. Children take good care of the toys, resources and equipment. n Children engage in a wide range of activities and learning opportunities. They follow their interests and make independent choices in their play. Children make good

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The provision is good

progress in their learning and development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not consistently make effective use of her learning assessments to focus sharply on helping children to make the highest levels of progress. n The childminder's evaluation of the provision and plans for professional development are not focused fully on improving the quality of teaching even further.

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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 sharply on what children need to learn next to help them make even better progress in their learning n strengthen self-evaluation and plans for professional development, and focus more precisely on raising the quality of teaching to the highest level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector had a tour of the self-contained cabin from where the childminding service is offered. 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 with the childminder, her assistant and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector observed and evaluated learning activities 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

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder and her assistant understand their responsibility to protect children from harm. They know the procedures to report any concerns that they may have about a child in her care. The childminder checks the areas of the premises that children have access to. Children play and learn in a safe and clean environment. The childminder has a good understanding of the overall progress children make. She has a good overview of her assistant's practice to help ensure that children receive good-quality experiences. The childminder regularly meets with other childminders and attends required training, such as first aid and safeguarding, to keep her knowledge up to date with any changes. This helps her to improve outcomes for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides children with a range of interesting activities and resources that enables them to follow their interests and motivates them to learn. For example, children explore the different textures during a craft activity. Their physical skills are supported well. For example, as they use different tools to make marks on 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 singing rhymes with actions and listening to stories that the assistant reads. Children's speaking and listening skills are successfully supported. The adults frequently praise children for their efforts and achievements, which enhances their self-esteem and confidence.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder offers good settling-in procedures which help to ensure that children build secure relationships from the start. Children show good independence skills and follow routines effectively. The childminder talks to children about safety precautions to take during play. Children play well together and take great care of the resources and equipment. The childminder provides children with regular opportunities to play outdoors, such as in her garden. Children follow good hygiene practices, such as regular handwashing. The childminder encourages parents to provide healthy options in lunch boxes. She responds to children's need for sleep and rest. Children's physical and emotional needs are supported well. The childminder teaches children well about the differences and similarities between themselves and others, beyond their own experiences. Children are well-rounded individuals, who have good understanding of the

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are inquisitive, confident and show an eagerness to learn. They follow instructions, 'have a go' and try new experiences. Children develop good communication and language skills. They join in discussions and share their achievements. Children demonstrate positive attitudes to learning, and develop the key skills needed for future learning and their eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY285107 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 10069998 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 - 3 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 10 June 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2004. She operates all year round from 6.30am to 8.15pm, 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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