Childminder in Birmingham

Inspection date 26 March 2019 Previous inspection date 23 April 2018

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires improvement 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 The childminder has a good understanding of how children play, learn and develop. She provides a wide range of activities that children can access independently and enjoy. Children are interested and motivated to learn. n The childminder has a lovely rapport with the children and speaks to them in a kind and respectful manner. She encourages children to manage their own behaviour and understand the needs of others. Children play well together. They share and take turns. This creates a positive environment for them to play and learn in. n The childminder maintains an effective two-way flow of information with parents and with staff at other early years provisions where some children also attend. Children benefit from the continuity of care and learning experiences that they receive. n The childminder checks the environment that the children use and removes or reduces any hazards to children. Children play and learn in a safe and secure environment.

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This provision is good

n The childminder's current arrangements for professional development are not highly targeted on improving the quality of her teaching to the highest level. n The childminder does not consistently use children's assessment information to precisely target their next steps in learning. n At times, the childminder does not help children understand as much as possible about the benefits of good hygiene practices.

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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 extend the current arrangements for professional development in order to increase the potential to raise the quality of teaching to a higher level and use assessment information to precisely target the next steps in children's learning, to help accelerate their progress n build on opportunities that support children's understanding of the benefits of good hygiene practices and how they affect their health.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector had a tour of the premises with the childminder. 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 and working on the premises. She looked at a range of documentation and discussed the childminder's self- evaluation. n The inspector observed and evaluated a learning activity with the childminder. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. 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 understands her role and responsibility in helping to protect children from harm. She has a clear understanding of the procedures to follow to report any concerns. The childminder attends the required training and meets with other childminders to keep up to date with legislative changes. She seeks the views of parents and children and implements any suggestions to improve her provision. Children says that they like to come to the childminder's house.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows what the children can do and what they need to do next to further their learning. She uses this information to provide activities that children enjoy and that match the children's individual needs. The childminder has regular discussions with parents about their children's progress to help involve them in their learning. Children explore their environment freely, make choices, and initiate their own play. They have many opportunities to show their creative skills, for example, as they take part in dressing up as builders or caring for their babies. Children learn to count and to compare sizes to develop their mathematical skills. They recall previous events and take pride in sharing their experiences with others. The childminder skilfully joins in as children play. She talks to children, asks questions and sensitively repeats what children say. This helps to extend their vocabulary and encourages children to use the correct words and

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a welcoming environment. She offers effective support for children's physical and emotional well-being. The childminder has good settling-in procedures. Children develop secure relationships with the childminder and settle in the new environment quickly. The childminder frequently praises children's achievements and efforts. This helps to raise their confidence and self-esteem. Children learn how to make healthy lifestyle choices. They have regular opportunities to be physically active, for example, as they play in the local parks. The childminder provides healthy meals and snack options, including a variety of fruit. She takes children on regular outings into the community where they mix with other adults and children. Children develop an appreciation for the wider community beyond their own experiences.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children grow in independence and 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 are curious and demonstrate a positive attitude to learning. They are confident communicators and engage in conversations freely. Children enjoy making marks in different ways, such as colouring and drawing. Their literacy skills are developing well. They see lots of print in their environment and enjoy listening to the childminder read. Children attempt simple manageable tasks with confidence.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY497837 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 10084895 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 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9 Date of previous inspection 23 April 2018

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Birmingham. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm from Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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Registers

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