James, Sara Louise

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children are relaxed and visibly happy in the childminder's inviting home. They have established close bonds with the childminder. As a result, children settle quickly and they confidently explore their environment. Children seek out the childminder for reassurance and cuddles, which helps them to feel safe and secure. Children freely choose from a range of good-quality, age-appropriate toys and resources that help to support their learning and development. Younger children are supported to practise their early walking and develop their sensory skills. For example, children have lots of fun experimenting with the different textures of jelly and ice cubes. The childminder has plans to introduce further sensory materials that give younger children more opportunities to mark make and develop the skills for their next stage of learning. Children develop their understanding of the world around them. They have lots of fun at the local park and learn about nature and

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The provision is good

the natural world as they take part in 'welly walks' in the woods. Children benefit from an effective balance of child-initiated and adult-led learning experiences. The childminder plans enjoyable activities with children's interests and next steps of learning in mind. As a result, children are making good progress from their starting points.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has established positive relationships with parents. She gathers valuable information from them, including what children already know and can do. This helps the childminder to build on their learning right from the beginning. Parents speak highly of the childminder. They say their children love being with her and they are appreciative of the care and support their children receive. n The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She carries out regular observations and assessments to clearly identify children's next steps in learning. The childminder speaks to parents daily and keeps them informed about the care their children receive during the session and the progress they are making. The childminder shares photographs and assessments with parents, which they gratefully receive. She encourages parents to extend children's learning at home and works closely with them to

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need to do better?

ensure their children's individual needs are met. n Children eagerly explore a selection of books. The childminder encourages them to turn the pages as she enthusiastically reads to them. The childminder takes children on outings to the local library to further support their love of books. Children show a fondness of nursery rhymes. The childminder narrates children's play and introduces them to new words, which helps to support their developing communication and language skills. n The childminder supports children in developing their self-care and

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24 February 2020 independence skills. For example, she encourages younger children in learning how to feed themselves with a spoon during mealtimes. The childminder supports children's health and hygiene. She works with parents to ensure children's packed lunches and snacks are healthy and well balanced. n The childminder has completed mandatory training and researches key aspects to keep her skills and knowledge up to date. Although the childminder reflects on her practice, she does not rapidly and effectively identify and implement changes, in order to raise the quality of her provision even further. n Children show an interest in early technology. For example, they become fascinated as they press different buttons on toys and listen to the sounds they make. This helps children to develop an understanding of cause and effect. The childminder gives children the freedom to explore and play in their own ways.

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She gives children lots of encouragement and praise for their achievements, which promotes their confidence and self-esteem. n The childminder understands how to encourage children's positive behaviour. She speaks clearly and respectfully to the children. Their emotional well-being is high. Children move freely around the play area and become deeply engaged in their self-chosen play. The childminder teaches children about different cultures and celebrations through multicultural resources and creative activities. The childminder is caring and considerate to children's needs and provides a warm, friendly and safe environment.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. She understands her duty to report safeguarding concerns to appropriate safeguarding professionals. She has comprehensive policies in place and understands the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder has a clear understanding of wider safeguarding issues, including children being drawn into extreme situations. The childminder is qualified in paediatric first aid. She conducts regular risk assessments of her home and garden and when children take part in outings to ensure children's safety.

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should:

n refine ways to identify and implement areas of improvement more rapidly, to raise the quality of the provision to the highest level.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY336966 Local authority Staffordshire Inspection number 10116104 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 10 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 13 February 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Walsall, West Midlands. She operates all year round from 5.30pm until 9.30pm, Monday to Friday, and at weekends from 8am until 1pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector and the childminder completed a learning walk to understand how the early years provision and the curriculum are organised. n The quality of teaching and the impact on children's learning was observed and evaluated by the inspector. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written testimonials.

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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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Inspection activities

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