Childminder in Worcestershire

Inspection date 20 November 2018 Previous inspection date 18 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 is experienced and well qualified. She has a good understanding of how young children learn and develop. The childminder uses her effective teaching skills to help children make good progress in their learning and become confident communicators. n Children are very happy and enjoy their time in the childminder's care. They are emotionally secure because the childminder has built good relationships with the children and their families. Partnerships with parents work well. The childminder keeps parents fully informed about their child's progress, well-being and the activities and outings they have enjoyed. n Children benefit from being cared for in a stimulating and welcoming environment. The very good range of toys, resources and activities provided ensure children are motivated and eager to join in. All children make choices about what they like to play with and lead their own learning. This helps children to develop the key skills they need

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The provision is good

for future learning and their eventual move on to school. n Children's behaviour is good. They are praised and encouraged in their achievement and this boosts their confidence and self-esteem. The childminder is a very good role model. She helps children to develop positive relationships with others and learn that sharing is good. Children take turns, use good manners and respects others.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not always make the most of learning opportunities in the outdoor space, to fully support those children who prefer to learn outdoors. n The childminder does not consistently use her observations and assessments of children's learning to plan precisely for their next steps in learning, to help ensure that they make the best possible progress.

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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 make the most of learning opportunities in the outdoor area and fully support children who prefer to learn outdoor, to make even better progress in their learning n use observations and assessment information fully to plan children's next steps more precisely, to help children make the best possible progress in their learning.

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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 indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector looked at a sample of relevant documentation with regard to children's welfare and safety, including evidence of the qualifications and suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector took account of the views of a parent spoken to on the day of inspection and from information provided in written references on the day of inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a clear understanding of her role in protecting children's welfare and can identify the possible signs that may cause a concern. She knows the action to take if she is concerned about a child's welfare. The childminder supervises children closely at all times. She helps older children to understand how to keep themselves safe and explains about the possible hazards to small children from small parts in toys. The childminder keeps her training up to date, such as first aid and safeguarding training, and reflects on her practice to identify where further improvements can be made. She tracks children's progress and keeps parents informed about their children's achievements. Parents comment very positively about the childminder. They say the childminder knows how children learn, she engages them in meaningful conversations, and they are extremely happy with the level of care provided.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder fosters young children's emerging language very well through her good interactions. She sits with children at their level and joins in with their play, introducing new words to extend their vocabulary. The childminder encourages counting in play, and children compare the colour of pegs on their board and count confidently to seven. Children enthusiastically join in with singing rhymes and action songs. They clap along to the music and pretend to be an elephant and climb like a gorilla. Younger children are fascinated with electronic toys that light up and make a sound. They pretend to talk on the telephone and persevere while putting a road track together. Older children delight in listening to favourite stories, such as the Hungry Caterpillar and talk about features of the story and the cocoon.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder warmly welcomes children into her home. She is caring, affectionate and knows the children well. Children form close bonds with her and this supports their emotional well-being very successfully. The childminder works closely with parents to meet children's needs and the arrangements for their care, meals and sleep routines. All children confidently explore the space available to them and investigate resources in their own time. Older children are supported to do things for themselves, such as using the toilet independently, washing their hands and they help to tidy away toys. The childminder makes good use of local amenities. They visit a soft-play area where they can build on their physical skills. They enjoy trips to the park where they feed the ducks. Children develop good social skills and confidence as they mix with others at groups.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning from their starting points and develop key skills to help prepare them for their eventual move on to school. They show good levels of curiosity and make choices about their play. Children develop mathematical and literacy skills appropriate to their age of development. Every opportunity is used to learn about numbers, counting and shape names. Children learn about similarities and differences in society and different festivals, such as Diwali. Children develop positive relationships with others and good independence skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY350156 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 10071430 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 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 18 June 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Worcester. She operates all year round from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays and bank 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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