Childminder EY488271

Inspection date 28 November 2018 Previous inspection date 5 October 2017

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires improvement 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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This provision is good

n The childminder has made effective improvements to her practice since her last inspection. She is now clear about what information she must provide to Ofsted. n The childminder is vigilant about children's safety. She checks her home every morning, prior to children's arrival, and takes steps to remove any potential hazards to children. She supervises children closely at all times. n The quality of teaching is good. The childminder uses her qualifications well and is an effective teacher. She has a good knowledge of how children learn and develop. This has a positive impact on the progress children make. All children make good progress in their learning and development. n The childminder has created strong partnership with parents. Parents comment on how much they value and appreciate the good care and learning experiences the childminder provides for their children. n The childminder misses some opportunities for children to hear and use the names of

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This provision is good

shapes during everyday activities to help support children's mathematical development fully. n The childminder does not make the most of everyday activities to promote diversity and help children learn more about cultural similarities and differences.

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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 increase opportunities for children to hear and use the names of shapes during everyday activities to help develop their mathematical skills still further n help children develop a greater understanding of the cultural diversity which exists in the wider community.

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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 looked at children's assessment records, planning documentation and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures and discussed the childminder's self-evaluation. The inspector viewed all areas of the home used for childminding and the resources available. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and the childminder's qualifications. The inspector held discussions with the childminder, including to jointly evaluate an activity. n The inspector spoke with children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder knows how to recognise the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect and has a good knowledge of wider issues of child protection. She knows where to refer any concerns about a child in her care. The childminder evaluates her provision regularly and identifies areas that she would like to change to help her to maintain her good provision. For example, she has plans to take children out on trips more regularly to help to extend their learning opportunities. The childminder keeps her knowledge up to date and refreshes her skills, for example, through support from local authority advisers, attending training courses and personal online research. She is a member of a local childminding network who meet regularly to share ideas and best practice. The childminder monitors children's progress well to help her identify their next stage in learning and any gaps

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a vibrant and well-resourced environment. The skilled childminder observes children in their play and during routines. She uses the information she gains to assess children's abilities, check their progress and to provide activities she knows will engage them and support their good progress.The childminder interacts effectively with children. She joins enthusiastically in their play. She uses her good questioning skills to help promote their language skills. She helps to expand their vocabulary and introduces and repeats new words as they play. The childminder keeps parents well informed about their children's development and they are supported to continue their children's learning at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder encourages children to follow age-appropriate boundaries and praises positive behaviour. She is a good role model who demonstrates good manners. Children behave well and happily share toys and resources. The childminder helps children to learn to keep themselves safe. They know they must not run in her home or climb on the furniture. The childminder helps children to learn about and follow a healthy lifestyle. For example, she provides healthy snacks and meals and plenty of opportunities for children to be physically active. Children are encouraged to be independent.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in their learning and development. They learn key skills and attitudes and are ready to move on to their next stage of learning, including their move on to school. They are motivated and keen learners, eager to engage in activities. Children develop good social skills, self-confidence and independence.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY488271 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 10084765 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 2 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 5 October 2017

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The childminder registered in 2015. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at degree level.

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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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