Childminder in Worcestershire

Inspection date 23 November 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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Effectiveness of leadership and management Requires improvement

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Requires improvement

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare Requires improvement

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Outcomes for children Requires improvement

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This is a provision that requires improvement

n The childminder's assessments are not always accurate. This means she is unable to understand what progress children have made and identify any gaps in their learning. n Children do not benefit from consistently challenging activities that promote their progress as much as possible. n On occasions, the childminder and her assistant do not fully support children's understanding of good behaviour to help them understand what is expected of them. n Self-evaluation is not effective in ensuring all weaknesses in practice are identified and acted upon.

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It has the following strengths

n The childminder provides a welcoming and homely environment. She has a well- equipped play room where children are able to make choices in their learning. n Children are happy and form close bonds with the childminder and her assistant. This is because they are kind, caring and respond well to their emotional needs. n Partnerships with parents and other settings attended by children are good. This helps to complement children's care and learning experiences.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and Childcare Register the provider must: Due date ensure information gained from the assessments of children's progress is accurate and used effectively, to identify and plan for any gaps in their learning 23/12/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

improve the planning of activities so that all children are suitably challenged and engaged in their play, to promote their progress as much as possible. 23/12/2018

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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 build on strategies to manage children's behaviour, so that all children are aware of what is and is not acceptable behaviour n enhance the process of self-evaluation and quickly identify any weaknesses in practice to ensure continuous improvement.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the childminder and her assistant engaging with children in a range of activities. n The inspector jointly observed and evaluated an activity with the childminder. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and her assistant. She looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the childminder's suitability. n The inspector took account of parents' views through reading written references and speaking to one parent.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management requires improvement

The childminder attends regular training. She shares this training with her assistants to help build upon their current knowledge and skills. The childminder regularly meets with other childminders to consider ways to improve her practice. However, she does not reflect on her provision well enough to identify weaknesses in her practice. The childminder observes children when they play and links her observations to the areas of learning. However, assessments are not always accurate enough or used to plan for gaps in children's learning. Consequently, children are not consistently making good enough progress from their starting points. The safeguarding practice is effective. The childminder and her assistant are aware of the procedure to follow should they have concerns about children's welfare. They supervise children well and maintain a safe environment.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment requires improvement

Children are not always motivated to learn. Activities provided do not always fully challenge children, resulting in them becoming bored and distracted. That said, the childminder and her assistant do place a clear focus on supporting children's communication and language skills. They engage older children in meaningful conversations and repeat and reinforce new words for younger children. Children enjoy joining in with familiar songs and rhymes. Children's interests in animals and the natural world is fostered well. They enjoy caring for the childminders pet rabbit and chickens.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare require improvement

Behaviour is generally good. However, on occasions the childminder and her assistant do not provide children with clear expectations to help them understand why some behaviours are not acceptable. For example, they say 'no' or 'don't do that' without explaining why the behaviour is unacceptable. Children's health is given good consideration. They have daily opportunities to spend time outdoors where they benefit from fresh air and exercise. Good hygiene routines are followed. Children are learning the importance of washing their hands before meals and snacks and after using the toilet.

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Outcomes for children require improvement

Weaknesses in teaching mean that children are not supported to make as much progress as possible. Activities do not always target their individual needs and challenge them. Nevertheless, children are acquiring the basic skills required in preparation for school. Children learn some mathematical skills. For example, children learn about size, shape and quantities as they play with dough. They are developing their independence, confidently finding their own shoes and coats before going outside to play.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY537703 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 10079279 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 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 18 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Worcester. She operates all year round from 7.30am until 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant.

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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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