Childminder 224585

Inspection date 3 December 2018 Previous inspection date 12 September 2017

p.1

3

Previous inspection: Requires improvement

p.1

3

Effectiveness of leadership and management Requires improvement

p.1

3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Requires improvement

p.1

3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Requires improvement

p.1

3

Outcomes for children Requires improvement

p.1

This is a provision that requires improvement

n The childminder has failed to maintain an appropriate paediatric first-aid qualification. n Reliable identification of children's next steps in learning is not embedded in practice. The childminder does not use information gained from her observations and assessments to plan and provide more challenging and inspiring activities for children. n The quality of teaching is variable and, as a result, learning opportunities lack enough challenge for children to ensure they make consistently good progress. n The childminder does not gather detailed information from parents about children's capabilities at home when they first start at the setting.

p.1

It has the following strengths

n The childminder is a good role model for children. She is patient and caring. Children show they have good relationships with her. n Children seek the childminder out to join in their play. She interacts appropriately, modelling vocabulary. Children are keen to count and identify shapes as they play. n The childminder provides opportunities for children to learn about the world around them. Children socialise with others and the childminder plans activities to build on their understanding of festivals and other cultures. n The childminder supports children's behaviour well. She is calm and consistent, using age-appropriate strategies to encourage children to interact kindly with one another.

p.1

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 obtain a valid paediatric first-aid qualification 31/01/2019

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure that information gained from observation and assessment of children's progress, and information from parents, is consistently used to plan for children's future learning to help them make good progress. 31/01/2019

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

n work closely with parents when children first start to gather more detailed information about what their children can already do n focus professional development opportunities more precisely on gaining further knowledge and skills to help raise the quality of teaching.

p.2

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 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 written feedback provided.

p.2

Effectiveness of leadership and management requires improvement

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of child protection issues and how to report her concerns to help keep children safe. She conducts risk assessments to minimise hazards in the environment. However, she has not ensured her first-aid certificate remains valid. The childminder has identified weaknesses in her practice. She finds out some information from parents about children's interests and preferences when they first begin attending. However, early information sharing with parents is not always effective. This does not enable the childminder to apply a consistent approach to support children's development. The childminder understands the importance of working with other settings that children may attend. However, she does not focus her professional development on raising the quality of teaching to a consistently good level.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment requires improvement

The childminder is experienced and provides some activities that interest children. She observes children as they play. However, she does not fully use this information to accurately assess children's progress and to plan for their individual next steps. The childminder provides children with effective support for their communication and language development. Children listen and repeat familiar words and phrases. They enjoy stories and listen attentively. The childminder provides children with opportunities to support their early writing skills. However, her teaching is not consistent enough to fully develop children's learning. For example, children freely access the resources but she does not use the opportunities extend their thinking skills and ideas.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare require improvement

The childminder has failed to maintain a valid paediatric first-aid qualification. Although this is a breach of requirements, in this case the impact is reduced as a result of previous training. The childminder has sufficient knowledge of how to administer treatment to children in the event of an emergency. Children play alongside each other well, as the childminder supports their developing understanding of taking turns and sharing consistently. They respond positively to the praise they receive, which supports their self-esteem successfully. The childminder effectively supports children's good health. She provides children with opportunities for outdoor play and to practise their physical skills.

p.3

Outcomes for children require improvement

Weaknesses in teaching and assessment means children do not benefit from enough challenge or stimulation. This means that some children are not making good enough progress. Nevertheless, children gain the basic skills to prepare them for learning in pre- school and school. They independently choose resources that are available and learn to manage their self-care needs. Children speak confidently and clearly. They demonstrate confidence as they engage in conversations with the childminder and visitors.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number 224585 Local authority Stoke-on-Trent Inspection number 10084725 Type of provision Childminder

p.4

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 12 September 2017

p.4

Registers

The childminder registered in 1995. She operates all year round from 8.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

p.4

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.

p.4

Registers

procedures set out in the guidance Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted, which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk . If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk . achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

p.4

Registers

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.5

Registers

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open- government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.5

Registers

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: www.ofsted.gov.uk/user .

p.5

Registers

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk

p.5