Childminder in Solihull

Inspection date 10 July 2019 Previous inspection date 18 March 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 The experienced and knowledgeable childminder has a very good understanding of how children learn and develop. Children arrive happily and clearly enjoy spending time in her care. The childminder works hard to deliver high standards of care and education at all times. n The childminder provides children with inviting, comfortable surroundings where they are eager to join in and have fun. They display a strong sense of belonging and explore their surroundings with ease. n Children enjoy participating in a wide range of play activities. The childminder regularly reviews children's development to ensure they are making good progress and plans effectively for their next steps in learning. n The childminder provides children with a range of opportunities that teach them about the wider community. She takes them on trips to places of interest and supports them to develop an understanding of similarities and differences. For example, children listen

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This provision is good

to stories that explain how a community of elephants learn to accept and value another who is different to them. n The childminder has strong partnerships with parents and other providers. She communicates effectively with parents and key people at other settings children attend. This contributes strongly to meeting children's needs and ensuring consistency in their care and learning. n On occasions, the childminder misses opportunities to help children gain new skills as she completes tasks for them which they could do for themselves. n At times, the childminder does not support children as well as possible to make independent choices or informed decisions about their play.

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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 provide children with more opportunities to gain new skills and complete tasks for themselves n support children further to make informed decisions and independent choices about their play.

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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. n The inspector observed and evaluated a learning activity with the childminder. n The inspector took account of the views of parents and children through documentation and discussion.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of the 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 on her home to ensure children play in a safe environment. She continues with her professional development and keeps her knowledge up to date and in line with current guidelines and legislation. The childminder attends relevant training and accesses early years websites and forums to research ideas for play activities. In addition, she meets annually with the local authority adviser to share ideas and discuss best practice. Parents remark on the childminder's kind and caring nature. They state that their children love attending and enjoy a wide range of exciting activities. Children's comments are equally positive. They say they 'have fun' and 'really like the childminder' because she helps them.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children well. She plans play around their individual interests and abilities. The childminder enthusiastically reads stories to children, who listen attentively. She demonstrates how to make the rhythm of the music they listen to. The childminder extends children's learning as she introduces more musical instruments. Children engage in imaginary play. They pretend to ride on horses, skilfully manoeuvring the hobby horses around the garden. Children delight in exploring water and ramps, adding cars to their play. The childminder engages them in conversations and introduces mathematics into their play. For example, she encourages children to count the cars and to talk about how much water they have in the bowl.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are very happy and have formed secure relationships with the childminder. They learn about the importance of a healthy lifestyles and good hygiene. Children spend lots of time outside in the fresh air in the childminder's well-resourced garden. They express their creativity as they use a selection of tools to paint the patio and path with water. Children excitedly play ball games and pretend to make cakes with sand. They develop a sense of responsibility as they water the strawberry plants, ensuring the water reaches the roots. Children proudly pick the strawberries to take home. The childminder helps children to develop an awareness of safety. For instance, as they walk home from school, they learn to cross the road safety. Children hold hands, listen and follow the childminder's directions. The childminder uses effective strategies to promote positive behaviour and raise children's self-esteem. Children learn to share and take turns, which

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

helps them to develop their understanding of how to play well together.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are making good progress and are well prepared for the next stage of their learning and their move on to nursery or school. Children are confident, capable learners. They demonstrate friendly behaviour, sharing resources and supporting each other in their play. Early literacy skills are developing. Children enjoy looking at books. They paint with big brushes. They are beginning to recognise numbers and delight in filling and emptying different sized containers with sand and water.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 250474 Local authority Solihull Inspection number 10071225 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 3 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection 18 March 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 1999 and lives in Hockley Heath, Solihull. She operates her provision all year round, from 7.45am to 6pm, Tuesday to Friday, except 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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