Childminder in Worcestershire

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

Children thoroughly enjoy the childminder's warm and positive interactions and are happy in her care. They develop strong bonds with her and are eager to engage in conversation and talk about their interests and views. Children are confident to talk about dinosaurs and they know the names of them. The childminder weaves learning into their play as children count the number of dinosaurs they have, and work out which ones are the same. Children have close relationships with their peers and giggle with delight as they play together building a home for the dinosaurs. Children build towers and measure themselves against them. The childminder uses descriptive language, such as 'larger' and 'taller', to extend this play even further. Children's behaviour is very good. They welcome the praise and encouragement they receive from the childminder during activities. Children are extremely polite and say 'please' and 'thank you' without reminders. Children have

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The provision is good

good opportunities to make choices and direct their own learning. They are encouraged to follow their interests and each morning they select toys and resources they would like to play with. Children have some awareness of safety and take part in routines to help keep them safe. For example, they regularly practise fire drills.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is qualified and experienced in her role. She knows how young children learn through play and plans a good range of child-led activities to keep them interested and stimulated. The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to support and extend children's progress across all areas of learning, helping to achieve a broad and balanced curriculum. n Children have opportunities to meet with others of a similar age to develop their social skills. For example, the childminder regularly visits other childminders, local toddler groups and places of interest to enhance children's experiences. n Children have good language skills and are confident communicators. They follow simple instructions, use sentences and learn new vocabulary. For example, when playing with dinosaurs they use words such as 'Stegosaurus', 'Pterodactyl' and 'Tyrannosaurus Rex'. Overall, the childminder supports

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children's language development well. However, sometimes, she answers her own questions before giving children time to respond and develop their thinking skills further. n Children have many opportunities to learn about healthy lifestyles. They go out daily to groups and places such as parks and play areas where they can be physically active. Children enjoy a range of nutritious snacks and know they need to wash their hands at appropriate times. n The childminder observes and assesses children's progress. She plans effectively for their future learning based on her good knowledge of what they already

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need to do better?

6 November 2019 know and can do. She challenges children effectively and supports their play as she encourages them to connect pipe cleaners together and thread pasta to create necklaces. n The childminder reviews her provision to drive further improvements. She meets regularly with other childminders and they share up-to-date information on early years issues. She also seeks the views of parents and children and takes account of their suggestions. Parents say they are very happy that the childminder allows time at drop off to relay information from home or plans for the day. They say their children are happy and look forward to attending, and that the childminder is very accommodating and flexible. n The childminder works effectively with parents. She uses a range of methods to help parents know where children are in their learning. The childminder ensures that parents have a good understanding of how they can support their children's

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learning at home. She asks them to complete a 'what is your child learning at home' form so she can complement their learning. n The childminder works well with local schools to ensure a consistent approach to supporting children's learning. Daily conversations with nursery school staff help her to provide continuity of care for children. She finds out about what children are interested in and what they are learning so she can continue these. n The childminder reflects on her practice and identifies areas for further development. She has accessed some training. However, this is not yet focused on how to extend and further develop her teaching skills to improve children's achievements even further.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder can confidently identify the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is being abused. She understands the procedures to follow should she have concerns about the welfare of a child. The childminder updates her safeguarding training and updates her safeguarding policy. This helps to ensure she is up to date with safeguarding requirements in her local area. The childminder is aware of the duty to prevent children from being drawn into situations that may put them at risk of harm. She carries out regular risk assessments to help ensure her home and the places she takes children are safe and secure.

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should:

n allow children enough time to think and respond to questions during play and discussions n make better use of professional development opportunities that focus on developing teaching skills further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY341803 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 10073762 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 to 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 4 May 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in Bromsgrove. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Thursday and from 7.30am to 4.30pm on Fridays, 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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Inspection activities

n The inspector completed a learning walk and evaluated an activity with the childminder to understand how the early years provision is organised. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children during the inspection. n The inspector looked at a sample of the childminder's documentation. This includes information about the suitability of members of the household and her policies and procedures. n The inspector took account of parents' written comments and views.

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Inspection activities

We carried out this inspection 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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