Childminder in Stoke-on-Trent

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children form secure relationships with the childminder and her co-childminder, who are kind and caring. Children readily seek the childminder out for comfort and cuddles when new visitors are present. The childminder has high expectations for children. She acts as a good role model, praising them for using good manners. Children understand boundaries; they respond to the childminder's requests and behave very well.

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The provision is good

Children have positive attitudes to learning. They eagerly engage in activities provided by the childminder and confidently select toys and games to play from the well-resourced playroom. Children are developing their independence skills. They persevere with tasks, such as putting on their own shoes and coats, before going outside to play. They relish opportunities to be helpful during the daily routine. For example, they help to set the table for mealtimes and use the dustpan and brush to help sweep up when activities are finished. Children develop excellent communication and language skills. They enjoy listening to their favourite stories and join in with familiar phrases. Children quickly gain the skills they need to support their future learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She uses observations and assessments to help her decide what she wants them to learn. The childminder finds out from parents about children's interests and abilities before they start at the setting. She uses this information well to plan appropriate and challenging activities. The childminder leads most activities well. However, occasionally, there are times when children's concentration is distracted by others. This is because some activities are not organised as well as possible, which means children find it difficult to become highly engaged in learning. n The childminder ensures children get plenty of fresh air and exercise. She ensures they understand the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle. For example, she teaches children about the importance of good oral hygiene. Children confidently tell the childminder during discussions that they need to

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brush their teeth to remove plaque. n The childminder promotes children's understanding of mathematics well. She helps children to count during games and activities. Children learn about measures as they pour lentils onto toy scales. The childminder encourages children to add more lentils onto the scales and helps them work out how to balance them. n Children like looking at books. They confidently select their favourites and ask the childminder to read to them. The childminder reads with enthusiasm and

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1 December 2021 changes her tone of voice to match the different characters. This promotes children's enjoyment. n Children's behaviour is managed well. The childminder reminds children of the importance to share and take turns. Children respond well to her gentle reminders and play cooperatively with each other. n The childminder meets with other local childminders at play areas and open spaces. This gives children the opportunity to develop some new friendships. However, the childminder recognises there is room to further increase children's social confidence. She has reflected on this and has ideas for the future, which are yet to be implemented. For example, she plans to provide more opportunities for children to socialise with other children in larger group situations. n Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents report positively about the caring approach of the childminder and co-childminder. They say that they recommend

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their services to others. The childminder shares regular information with parents about children's new achievements in the setting, which helps them to further support their learning at home. She asks parents to provide her with regular updates about what new skills children have achieved at home. This helps to ensure continuity between home and the setting. n Since the last inspection, the childminder and her co-childminder have made improvements. They attend regular training to build on their current knowledge and skills. They are passionate about providing children with high-quality care and education.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands her role to keep children safe. She ensures her child protection training is kept up to date. The childminder knows the procedures to follow should she need to report any concerns about children's welfare. She understands the importance of keeping Ofsted informed of any changes to her circumstances. She ensures her home is clean, safe, and secure, to ensure children can play safely.

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should:

n review the organisation of activities to help children become highly engaged in their learning, without distractions n provide more opportunities for children to develop and further increase their confidence in their social skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY423001 Local authority Stoke-on-Trent Inspection number 10130601 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 30 October 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Stoke-on-Trent. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays, Christmas and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3. The childminder provides funded early education for three-year-old children. She works with a co-childminder and occasionally an assistant.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder, her co- childminder and children. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living and working on the premises. n The views of parents were taken into consideration by reading written references.

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Inspection activities

1 December 2021 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

1 December 2021 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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