Childminder in Birmingham

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

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

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The provision is outstanding

Children thrive in the care of the childminder and her assistant. The childminder plans a rich and varied selection of activities inside and outdoors, which captivate children's interest. As soon as children arrive, they demonstrate an eagerness to play and learn. The atmosphere in the childminder's home and separate cabin where children also play is calm and tranquil. Children develop tolerance and respect at a rate beyond their years. They play together cooperatively and are kind and caring to others. Children behave impeccably.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder has extremely high expectations for children. Independence is promoted from a very early age. Children pour their own drinks, help to prepare and serve their own meals, and readily tidy away toys. Outdoor play features prominently in the childminder's planning. Children thoroughly enjoy bird watching in the specially built bird hide. They use charts and pictures to mark off any birds they see. Children whisper excitedly as they look through their binoculars. They say, 'Look, look!' as they spot the birds flying around them. Children demonstrate an understanding of mathematics as they count one and then two robins fluttering into their eye line. Children make their own bird feeders and enthusiastically hang them around the garden. They develop an understanding of life and growth as they take part in planting and gardening activities.

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The provision is outstanding

Children are exceptionally well prepared for the next stage of their education. They develop life skills that will help them into adulthood. For example, they help to do the shopping to buy the groceries for the week ahead. Older children help write the shopping lists, while younger children match pictures of produce to add to the shopping trolley. Children competently use glass tumblers, crockery and metal cutlery from a young age. They count out how many bowls and glasses they need as they lay the table for lunch.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is highly organised, passionate and committed to providing outstanding childcare. She continuously reviews and reflects on her practice to identify ways she can drive even further improvements. Innovative teaching strategies are implemented to give children the very best chance of future success. For example, the childminder places a high priority on helping children develop strong mental health. Children are encouraged to identify and talk about what they like about themselves and each other. n Children's experiences and needs are central to everything the childminder plans and organises. The childminder plans an exceptionally broad curriculum, following children's interests very successfully to provide stimulating and creative experiences. The childminder and her assistant get to know children and their

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need to do better?

29 January 2020 families very well. They have a thorough understanding about what individual children know and what they need to learn next. Every opportunity is taken to support children in achieving their next steps in learning. n Children demonstrate high levels of focus and concentration. They are enthralled as they sit in a small group to listen to stories. The childminder has set up a book club to enable parents to take books home to share with their children. This helps to foster a love of books and reading. n Partnerships with parents are exceptional. The childminder understands the importance of working closely with parents to provide continuity of care and learning. A wealth of information is shared with parents about their child's development. The childminder speaks to parents daily and they receive regular written reports about their child's progress. Parents are invited in to read stories

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need to do better?

and share their occupational expertise, such as delivering music-and-movement sessions. Parents are highly complimentary about the care provided. n Close attention is given to following consistent health and self-care practices. For example, the childminder agrees with parents what strategies they will use to help children with toilet training. Even the youngest children show an awareness of the toilet or potty and are beginning to use them with confidence. n The childminder provides an array of experiences to help children develop an understanding of the community they live in. Children enjoy visits to the theatre to see musical and ballet shows. They visit local elderly residents' homes, churches and mosques. n High priority is placed on extending children's communication and language skills. Children benefit from the childminder's passion to support them to become confident communicators. The childminder and her assistant talk to children

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need to do better?

throughout the session, modelling words and new vocabulary. They ask children questions and engage them in conversation. Children become confident communicators. They talk to each other and visitors about what they are doing and what they can see.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant update their safeguarding knowledge frequently through regular training. They have an excellent knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. They are quick to identify signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. They are aware of wider safeguarding issues, such as the 'Prevent' duty. They understand their role and responsibility to safeguard children and know who to contact if they have any concerns. The childminder teaches children how to keep themselves safe. For example, children complete water-safety and dog-safety courses and regularly practise their, 'No' voices to use if they feel threatened or in danger.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY466942 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 10116227 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 to 6 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection 13 May 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Sutton Coldfield in the West Midlands. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant. 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 childminder and inspector viewed and discussed the layout of the playrooms and how the childminder implements an effective curriculum to promote children's learning. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities inside and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children during the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of the childminder and members of the household. n The inspector took account of parents' views.

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Inspection activities

29 January 2020 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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Inspection activities

29 January 2020 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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