Childminder in Stoke-on-Trent

Inspection date 6 February 2019 Previous inspection date 9 September 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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This provision is good

n Children share warm, positive relationships with the friendly and attentive childminder. Children are happy, content and relaxed in her care. n Children understand routines and expected behaviour. During play and activities, the childminder prompts children to take turns and share their toys. This assists children to build upon their range of social skills. n The childminder develops good partnerships with parents. She provides them with information about their children's learning and development. The childminder encourages parents to share regular information with her, so children learn according to their own interests and needs. n The experienced childminder has skilful interactions with children to promote their developing language skills. Older children rapidly develop vocabulary and good speaking skills. n The childminder recognises the benefits of self-evaluation. She considers the views of parents and children when planning improvements to her practice.

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This provision is good

n The childminder has not developed an ambitious programme to continually improve her professional knowledge aimed at achieving exceptional outcomes for children. n Children do not have consistent opportunities to explore and experiment with different ways of making marks.

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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 establish a targeted plan for continual professional development to enhance teaching and learning to the highest level n provide children with greater opportunities to explore their creativity and experiment with different ways of making marks.

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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 completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder and spoke to children during the inspection. n The inspector looked at a range of relevant documentation. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a clear knowledge of her responsibilities relating to child protection. She is aware of the duty to prevent children from being drawn into situations that may put them at risk of harm. She knows how to identify signs that may indicate a child is at risk and the importance of swift action to refer concerns. The childminder has a good understanding of how to minimise potential hazards at home and during outings. All required documentation is in place, including policies and procedures and written permissions from parents. The childminder monitors children's progress so that she can address any gaps in learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows children in her care well. She observes children and makes accurate assessments of their achievements. She plans a broad range of activities that appeal to children and encourages them to engage in their learning. Play experiences build on what children need to learn next and offer them good levels of challenge. Children listen attentively to their favourite stories. The childminder encourages children to join in with the parts they know and talk about what is happening in the story. Children learn about the world around them. They develop an interest in nature in very practical ways, for example, they enjoy growing sunflowers and noticing birds nesting in the garden. They visit local parks and places of interest.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder meets children's emotional needs well. She invites children and their parents to spend time in her home before children are left in her care. The childminder provides children with regular opportunities to mix with other children at local playgroups. They learn to gain confidence and develop good social skills. This helps extend their knowledge and understanding of the diverse lives, cultures and backgrounds of people in the wider world. Children undertake small responsibilities that contribute to their emerging independence and confidence. For instance, they tidy toys away happily when activities are finished and prepare the table for their lunch. They have daily opportunities to be outdoors in the fresh air and to be involved in physical exercise.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children progress well and work comfortably at their developmental stage. They are active learners and enjoy becoming involved in every activity that is made available to them. Older children are developing independent self-care skills, such as toileting. Children enjoy solving simple problems as they play with interactive technology toys. They show high levels of concentration, attention and perseverance. Children are acquiring the key skills they need for their future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 224607 Local authority Stoke-on-Trent Inspection number 10066109 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 7 Date of previous inspection 9 September 2015

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The childminder registered in 1985 and lives in Trentham, Stoke-on-Trent. She operates all year round from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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