Childminder in Solihull

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 are happy and settled in the childminder's care. The childminder is warm and friendly towards children. She gets to know them and their needs very quickly as soon as they start attending, which supports children to settle in with ease. Children show that they feel safe and secure as they demonstrate increasing levels of confidence. They are inquisitive and approach new people with ease. Children seek out comfort and reassurance from the childminder when needed.

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The provision is good

Children are eager to play and learn throughout their time at the childminder's home. The childminder follows their interests closely. For example, she is responsive to children who prefer to learn outdoors. Children spend a vast amount of time in the childminder's garden. They develop sound physical skills as the childminder teaches younger children how to climb steps to go down a slide. She models counting language to promote children's early mathematical development. The childminder skilfully and patiently teaches children how to ride a tricycle. Children are ecstatic when they achieve new skills and relish the praise they receive from the childminder. Children learn about the world around them. They become fascinated in observing changes in growing tadpoles and looking at aeroplanes as they pass above. Children also enjoy regular outings in the community, including to the local park.

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need to do better?

n The childminder uses self-evaluation successfully to identify areas for continuous development. She gathers the views of parents, children and other professionals to further inform this. As a result, the childminder has made recognisable progress since the last inspection to raise the overall quality of provision to a good level. n The childminder has a sound understanding of child development. She uses her knowledge to plan a broad and varied learning programme for children. The childminder sequences children's learning well. As a result, children are supported to gain the knowledge and skills they need in preparation for the next stage in their learning. n The childminder recognises the importance of assessing children's development. She is proactive in completing the progress check for children at age two. The childminder uses information gained from assessment purposefully to identify gaps in children's learning. She is highly responsive to any developmental

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concerns and works with parents to obtain support and intervention for children at the earliest opportunity. n The childminder is highly attentive towards children's language skills. She continuously models new words to children and encourages them to repeat these. This helps children to develop and use a breadth of vocabulary. However,

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need to do better?

9 June 2022 the childminder has not implemented effective strategies to support children to communicate and understand, especially those who do not yet have a good understanding of English. As a result, at times, the learning for these children is hindered. n The childminder supports children to learn about behavioural expectations. She offers explanations to children who struggle to share resources, and in time children learn to take turns. The childminder provides opportunities for children to play together during ball games, which promotes their social skills. n Children are consistently motivated and eager to learn. The childminder helps children to remain engaged by varying the activities she provides. However, sometimes the planning of activities is not sharply focused enough to provide children with enough challenge to further extend their learning. n The childminder gives top priority to partnership working. She is prompt in

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obtaining and sharing information with other professionals about children who attend other settings. This means that the childminder provides children with continuity in their care and learning. n Parents provide extremely positive feedback about their experiences. They praise the childminder's communication with them and feel that their children are well cared for. Parents report that their children have made noticeable progress in their development as a result of the childminder's teaching. n The childminder supports children's good health. She encourages them to wash their hands before eating and recognises when children need sleep and rest. Children benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise in the outdoor environment.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is proactive in keeping her knowledge of safeguarding issues up to date by completing regular training. She is aware of the signs that could indicate a child is at risk of abuse or harm and knows the procedures to follow to report any concerns about children to other agencies. The childminder has a comprehensive safeguarding policy in place and understands what to do if an allegation is made about an adult working with children. She uses risk assessment effectively to identify and address any hazards in the environment to keep children safe.

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should:

n review strategies to support children's communication and understanding skills, particularly for those who speak English as an additional language n strengthen the planning of activities to increase challenge for children and extend their learning even further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 250392 Local authority Solihull Inspection number 10203096 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 18 Number of children on roll 16 Date of previous inspection 16 June 2021

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1988. She lives in Solihull. The childminder operates from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. She works with two assistants. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 6. She provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk to gather information about how the provision and curriculum are organised. n The childminder and the inspector carried out a joint observation to evaluate the impact of teaching on children's learning. n The inspector took account of parents' and children's views on the setting. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching and interactions, indoors and outdoors, to assess the impact of this on children's learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and looked at relevant documentation and evidence of suitability.

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Inspection activities

9 June 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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Inspection activities

9 June 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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