Childminder in Warwickshire

Inspection date 12 December 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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 Children's personal, social and emotional development is good. Effective settling-in procedures successfully match the needs of each child. Children's well-being is supported effectively as they move from home to the childminder's setting. n The childminder knows how children learn. She gains information from parents and observes children as they play. The childminder plans activities that ignite children's interests and motivates them to learn. Children make good progress in their learning. n The childminder sees children as unique individuals and treats them equally. Children seek comfort and reassurance from her and are keen to include her in their play. They show that they happy and feel secure in her care. n Children respond positively to the childminder's calm and relaxed manner. Their self- esteem and confidence are nurtured through lots of praise and encouragement. n The childminder establishes good relationships with parents. She shares daily

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This provision is good

information with them about their children's care and well-being. Parents comment that they are pleased with the service that they receive. n The childminder regularly meets with other professionals. She uses these opportunities to help her keep up to date with the changes in legislation. This helps to improve the outcomes for children. n The childminder does not use the information she gains from training to full effect to raise the quality of teaching and learning to the highest level. n The childminder does not make the most of all opportunities to develop children's concentration and thinking skills.

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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 full use of the information gained from training to raise the quality of teaching and children's learning to the highest level n make the most of all opportunities to develop children's concentration and thinking skills.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector viewed all areas of the premises. She observed activities indoors and assessed the impact these have on children's learning. n The inspector completed an evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector spoke to the childminder, her assistant and the children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of suitability of all persons living and working on the premises. She checked the qualifications of the childminder and her assistant. n The inspector took into account the views of parents provided in written correspondence.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of her responsibility to protect children from harm. She shows a good understanding of the procedures to follow should she be concerned about the welfare of a child in her care. The childminder monitors the ongoing progress that children make. She shares ongoing information with parents so that any gaps in children's learning are quickly addressed. The childminder seeks the views of parents and attends training as part of her self- evaluation. She has a good overview of her assistant's practice and ensures that she attends the required training. This helps to ensure that children benefit from good learning experiences.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows what children can do and what they need to learn next to further their development. She plans a good balance of child-initiated and adult-led activities to help support children's learning. Children are motivated to learn as they explore the environment freely, make choices, and initiate their own play. The childminder provides narrative, asks questions and links actions to words. She sensitively repeats what children say. This helps to extend their vocabulary and encourages children to use correct pronunciation. Children learn to use number names, size, quantities and recognise shapes that they see. Children's emerging mathematical development is supported well.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have built strong attachments with the childminder. The childminder is caring and responsive to children's needs and wants. She follows their care routines well and makes sure children rest according to their needs. The childminder frequently praises children's positive behaviour and celebrates their achievements. Children are learning to share, take turns and use good manners. This helps to build their self-esteem and confidence. Children have many opportunities for exercise and fresh air. They frequently go on outings, such as to the local parks and soft-play areas. Here, they enjoy using a variety of play equipment to develop their physical skills. Children enjoy healthy meals and snacks. Children have good opportunities to explore the local community. These opportunities help children to develop good social skills and learn about the wider world.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop the key skills that they need for the next stage in their learning and their eventual move to school. They make good progress and their achievements reflect typical expectations for their ages. Children demonstrate a positive attitude to learning. They are confident, inquisitive and are eager to learn. Children effectively share their ideas with the childminder and visitors. Their communication and language skills are good. They attempt simple tasks with confidence. Children learn to use a variety of tools in different ways, such as tweezers and pencils. They see lots of print in the environment and listen to the childminder read. Their literacy skills are well supported.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY488540 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 10085137 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 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Heathcote, Warwick. She operates Monday to Friday from 8am to 6.30pm, all year round except for bank holidays and family holidays. She works with an assistant.

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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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