Childminder in Warwickshire

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 flourish during their time with this calming and child-centred childminder. Children are excited when they first arrive and settle extremely well. There is an extensive range of stimulating activities that children freely access. Children are highly motivated. They actively discover the natural world around them in the outdoors. For example, they show enthusiasm as they count the snails slithering across the floor after it has rained. Children are supported exceptionally well with their early writing skills. The childminder uses sensory activities to help children build core strength in their hand. This is to prepare them for when they are ready to hold a pencil.

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The provision is outstanding

Children respond extremely well to clear instructions given by the childminder so that they understand rules and boundaries. For example, when children play together they are reminded to be kind, so that they do not hurt their friends. Children have a first-class experience of learning how to understand their emotions. The childminder teaches them strategies that support them to self- regulate their feelings. The childminder is exceptionally responsive to children's needs. She places great emphasis on listening and responding to them appropriately. Children show a positive attitude towards their learning. For example, they persist until they successfully complete their activity and cheer with delight when they accomplish something new.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has designed a highly comprehensive and dedicated curriculum. She recognises how each individual child learns. The childminder takes a proactive and professional approach to ensure she extends her knowledge with regular research and training. Consequently, children are supported to make excellent progress in their development. n Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported exceptionally well. The childminder works closely with parents and other professionals to ensure they receive thorough help for children to succeed. Regular monitoring of children's progress ensures that the childminder can precisely meet every child's individual learning needs. n The childminder has established positive partnerships with other settings. She regularly shares information about the children she cares for. This ensures a joined-up approach to their learning. The childminder expertly uses her

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need to do better?

knowledge of children's experiences from other settings. This embeds and concretes children's knowledge further. n Parents are absolutely delighted with the high-class service the childminder offers. They are astounded with the dedicated support she continues to provide for their children. This includes the childminder's committed approach during the

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11 May 2022 COVID-19 pandemic. The childminder inspires parents to continue their child's learning at home. n The childminder has extremely high values to ensure that every child's voice is heard. She provides children with vast opportunities to explore their feelings and desires. For example, children confidently express their need for cuddles from others. The childminder encourages children to become in tune with their feelings. This enables children's wishes to be consistently heard. n The childminder provides awe and wonder in developing children's muscle strength in their mouths to learn and form sounds. She uses natural phenomena to follow the interest of children. For example, they find dandelions and blow the petals, encouraging the movement of their mouths to form sounds. n Children are inquisitive of the extensive range of daily activities. They show deep levels of concentration when exploring mathematical concepts. For example, the

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childminder uses a recent experience of finding a frog to teach children about numbers. They count and match the lily pad to the number on the frog. n Children are encouraged to be wonderfully independent. They show a positive attitude towards their success and they share proudly as they pour a drink of water on their own. The childminder enthusiastically praises children as she recognises their achievements. n The childminder is extremely passionate to ensure that children form positive relationships with others. Children learn from rich opportunities to broaden their knowledge and appreciate the diversity of others. For example, they explore patterns in aboriginal art, ready to create their own masterpiece.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has an extremely in-depth understanding of signs and symptoms of abuse and her duty to keep children safe from harm. She is exceptionally observant of changes within children and acts quickly to respond to these concerns. This ensures children have effective plans in place to support their needs. Children's safety is top priority. They learn how to keep themselves safe. For example, when playing a game that involves pretending to hop like bunnies, children know that they must jump safely so that they do not bump their friends. The childminder has extensive risk assessments in place to ensure the safety of the premises and that activities are safe for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY352585 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 10116121 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 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 8 July 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Kenilworth, Warwickshire. She operates all year round from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 6.

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Inspection activities

n This is 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 setting. n The inspector carried out a learning walk with the childminder. n The inspector spoke to parents and took account of their views. n The inspector observed children playing and interactions between them and the childminder. n The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder. n The inspector reviewed relevant documentation upon request.

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Inspection activities

11 May 2022 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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11 May 2022 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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