Childminder in Worcestershire

Inspection date 25 April 2019 Previous inspection date 27 January 2016

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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 The childminder is enthusiastic and friendly. She creates inviting, comfortable surroundings where children can safely explore, play and manage their self-care. n The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She has high expectations for what all children can achieve and works hard to deliver high standards of care and education at all times. n Good settling-in procedures ensure children are ready for the move from home to the setting. Children develop secure and trusting relationships with the childminder, supporting their emotional well-being. n The childminder provides children with a range of stimulating experiences that accurately reflect their needs and interests. Consequently, children have a positive attitude towards learning and make good progress. n The childminder uses observation and assessment to review children's progress and the effectiveness of the experiences she provides. Children's next steps are realistic and

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This provision is good

help to move their learning forward. n The childminder establishes good partnerships with parents from the start. She shares daily information with them about children's care, well-being and achievements in a range of ways. For example, through online learning records and text messages. n At times, children are not able to fully explore and develop their own ideas as the childminder interrupts their play to make suggestions or ask them questions. n The childminder does not consistently offer a broad enough range of resources to inspire children's creativity and imagination and support their learning even further.

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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 support children more effectively to fully explore their play and develop their own ideas n provide even more opportunities and resources for children to express their creativity and use their imagination.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector had a tour of the premises and observed children engaged in a variety of learning experiences. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder throughout the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector observed and evaluated a learning activity with the childminder. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through documentation.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder is forward thinking and driven in her aim to develop her knowledge and skills. She has clear, concise action plans in place to help improve her provision continuously. For example, she would like to further enhance children's outdoor learning experiences. The childminder maintains her own professional development and regularly attends training. She frequently meets with other childminders to share ideas and discuss best practice. The childminder has good partnerships in place with other providers and children's learning is consistent and well complemented. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder demonstrates a very good knowledge of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. She is clear about the procedures to follow in the event of a concern about a child. The childminder carries out daily checks to ensure children play in a safe environment.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children in her care well. Children are content and eager to join in. Babies concentrate as they push buttons to make toys move and make noises. They use their senses to explore textures, such as cereals. The childminder supports their drive to stand and walk as she offers her hand to hold. Children are engaged and focused as they play with animals and create a farm environment. The childminder encourages children to talk about what they are doing and recall previous experiences. For example, they talk about when they went to feed the horses. Children learn about changes over time as they observe the life cycle of a butterfly. To complement this experience the childminder reads stories about a hungry caterpillar.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder offers children lots of cuddles and reassurance. They are relaxed in her care. Babies sleep safely and peacefully in comfortable surroundings. The childminder regularly checks on them to ensure they are safe and well. Behaviour is good. The childminder uses effective strategies to promote positive behaviour and raise children's self-esteem. Children learn to share and take turns, which helps them to develop their understanding of how to play well together. The childminder provides a good range of experiences for children to socialise and to learn about their environment. They visit the library and park and attend playgroup sessions. The childminder helps children to develop an awareness of safety and successfully fosters their sense of responsibility.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are working comfortably within the typical range of development for their age. They gain the skills they need for the next stage in their learning, including the move on to school. Children are independent and confident. They display a 'can-do' attitude. They help to prepare snack, washing and cutting up various fruits. Babies learn how to feed themselves with their fingers. Early literacy skills are developing. Children enjoy drawing in small notepads and listen attentively to stories. They count during their play, for example how many pieces of fruit they have on their plate.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY490076 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 10076503 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 0 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 27 January 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Tewkesbury. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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