Childminder in Staffordshire

Inspection date 23 November 2018 Previous inspection date 7 August 2014

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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 is caring and positive with children and helps them to feel safe and secure. Children enjoy their time with the childminder and demonstrate they have strong attachments to her. They settle quickly and are comfortable in her care. n The childminder knows the children well. She plans an interesting and varied range of play activities and practical experiences that link with children's individual interests. n The childminder promotes children's communication and language skills. She makes use of conversation in every activity. She varies questions to extend children's understanding and gives them time to work their ideas through before assisting. n The childminder is a good role model and teaches children about acceptable behaviour. Children behave well. They share, take turns and show consideration for others. n The childminder has a good relationship with parents. She uses a range of methods to

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The provision is good

communicate with them. Parents say that they are pleased with the care and learning experiences that are on offer.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder has not fully enhanced the learning opportunities in the outdoor area for children who prefer to learn outside. n The childminder does not consistently offer children spontaneous opportunities that help them to develop their skills in writing as they play.

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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 enhance the outdoor environment to help children who prefer to learn outdoors to further develop their curiosity, exploratory and investigative skills n extend opportunities to build on children's early writing skills.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder and spoke to children during the inspection n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has completed child protection training and knows the procedures to follow in the event of concerns regarding children's safety or welfare. The childminder evaluates her provision to make continuous improvements, such as remodelling her indoor environment. As a result, even the youngest children have easy access to all activities available to them. She rotates her toys and resources depending on the age and interests of the children who attend. The childminder checks her home frequently to keep it free from hazards and keep the children safe. She undertakes professional development regularly and uses a range of policies to underpin her good practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The well-qualified childminder has a strong understanding of how children learn. She uses her knowledge to support children and to close gaps in learning. Her teaching is consistently good. The childminder observes and assesses children's development and provides a varied range of activities and experiences for children. The childminder provides plenty of opportunities for children to develop their mathematical skills. She points to different shapes and names these, helping children to develop their understanding of shapes. The childminder extends learning for children by skilfully weaving concepts such as 'longer', 'bigger' and 'smaller' into their activity. When children play, the childminder helps children to recognise numbers and to link mathematical ideas to shells, balloons and bubbles. She provides parents with regular updates on their child's progress, so they can continue to support children's learning at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides children with many opportunities to become independent and manage some everyday tasks for themselves, such as dressing in their outdoor clothes. Young children use cutlery with rapidly-developing competence. The childminder helps children to learn about keeping themselves healthy. Children enjoy healthy snacks and learn the importance of good hygiene routines. The childminder supports children's self- care skills well. For example, she works alongside parents to develop strategies to support children as they learn to use the toilet. She provides parents with a 'diary', showing information about their children's care routines and achievements.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points in learning. They develop very positive attitudes to learning and towards each other. Children learn about the wider world. They are attentive listeners and enjoy sharing books. They eagerly take part in tidying up, role play and singing songs. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their education.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY359358 Local authority Staffordshire Inspection number 10069770 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 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 7 August 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Talke, Stoke-on-Trent. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5pm, each weekday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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