Childminder in Solihull

Inspection date 6 February 2019 Previous inspection date 12 May 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 There is good communication with parents and relevant information is exchanged daily. The childminder tells parents about their child's day. Parents are happy with the service the childminder provides and feel that she is very accommodating to their child's individual needs. Children comment that they like coming to the childminder's setting. n The childminder is kind, caring and a very good role model. She speaks to children in a respectful way and encourages children to use good manners. Gentle reminders ensure that children are aware of behaviour expectations. Children are extremely well behaved. n The childminder is determined to help children do the absolute best they can. She provides a wide range of stimulating and interesting activities that ignite children's interests and motivates them to learn. n The childminder makes detailed observations and regular assessments of what children know and can do. She tracks children's ongoing progress to help ensure any gaps in

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This provision is good

their development are swiftly addressed. Children make good progress in their learning. n The childminder uses good risk assessments to identify and address potential hazards to children. This helps her to keep children safe and secure at all times while in her care. n The childminder does not consistently use highly effective questioning techniques to support children's learning and help them build a deeper understanding through their responses. n The childminder has not fully explored ways to enhance her professional development, to help raise the quality of teaching and learning to an even higher level.

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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 use questioning skills even more effectively to support children's learning n extend current arrangements for professional development that provide more opportunities to raise the quality of teaching to an even higher level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector had a tour of the premises. She observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all adults living on the premises. She looked at a range of documentation and discussed the childminder's self- evaluation. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector observed and evaluated learning activities with the childminder. n The inspector took account of parents' written comments and views.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is vigilant and confident to identify possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. She has a secure knowledge of the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about a child in her care. The childminder shares her policies and procedures with parents, and shares information about how she promotes children's development. This helps parents to understand what to expect for their children. The childminder attends mandatory training, such as first aid, to keep up to date with guidance. She has regular opportunities to meet with professionals and keep up to date with legislative changes. The childminder seeks the views of parents and implements ideas and suggestions they offer that benefit children's learning experiences.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder models very good communication and language skills. She is keen for children to be strong communicators and makes sure that their day is rich with language. The childminder has successful partnerships with parents. For example, she uses daily diaries and shares children's learning records to keep parents informed. The information they share helps her to make accurate assessments of children's progress and plan effectively for their next steps in learning. The childminder gets to know the children well and follows their interests and suggestions for activities. Children explore independently from the wide range of resources that are on offer. They enjoy taking part in role play. For example, children imitate the role of the chef. They pretend to take food orders and make cups of tea. The childminder skilfully joins in. She adapts the activity to engage the children and motivate them to learn. Children's knowledge and

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

understanding of the natural world is supported effectively. They weigh items, count and compare sizes and develop a good understanding of mathematical language, such as heavy and light.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is warm and responsive in her interactions with children. Children's physical and emotional needs are met extremely well. Children are independent. For example, they offer to take part in simple tasks such as tidying up. Children's self-esteem is nurtured extremely well through the frequent praise that they receive. The childminder takes children on regular outings in the community. These outings provide opportunities for children to develop their physical skills as they learn to keep themselves safe in different situations. Children also learn about the diverse community that they live in.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident, inquisitive and have a real desire to learn. They have built strong emotional attachments to the childminder and other children. Children are sociable. They are respectful to visitors and competently share their views with them. Children capably use different tools. They learn a wide range of skills, which prepares them well for their next stage in learning and their eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY443880 Local authority Solihull Inspection number 10071245 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 2 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 12 May 2015

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The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Solihull. She operates all year round, Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5.30pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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