Childminder in Warwickshire

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children are very well settled in this setting. They arrive excited to share what they found on their way to the childminder's. Children take an active approach to their learning. They use what they have brought in to make bug houses for the insects. Children have comforting cuddles when they are settling from the kind and caring childminder. If they wish to continue to play at snack time, she will adapt the routine to ensure learning is not disrupted. Children know the routines well. They independently get their sun cream from their bags and the childminder encourages them to apply this themselves first before she helps them.

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The provision is good

Children are motivated to explore the garden with interest as they go hunting for bugs. They look at different books that build on their language and understanding of the insects they have found. Children learn that they are part of a wider community when they visit the museum with the childminder to learn about the bees. They share what they already know. Children talk about the bees taking the pollen to make honey. They are confident communicators and name the different flowers, such as 'snapdragon', as they pick them for their potion making.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides children with a wide range of experiences that cover the seven areas of learning. She has an ambitious curriculum that is inclusive for all children. The childminder has good understanding of how to differentiate activities for each of the children to ensure they make good progress in their learning. For example, older children are challenged to think about the colours they need to mix to make their desired colour in the outdoor kitchen. This develops children's investigation skills as they learn what colours they need to mix to make a new colour. n The childminder gathers information from parents about the children's development when they start. She regularly reviews the progress children make to ensure she is closing gaps in their learning. The childminder carries out two- year progress assessment and shares this with parents. For the children who attend another setting, she has regular discussions with the providers. However,

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need to do better?

the childminder does not always share updates on children's progress with them. This does not always provide a consistent approach to support children's learning. n Parents share that they are happy with the childminder. They have information shared with them on daily basis about the activities and care routines that have happened. Parents are supported to extend children's learning at home with activity packs. The childminder thoughtfully plans what the children need to do next in their learning, and shares this with parents. n The childminder has a good attitude to her professional development. She has

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need to do better?

14 June 2022 attended training to ensure she has kept her knowledge up to date. The impact of recent training she has attended ensures children are supported well. The childminder recognises the importance of health and well-being. Children learn about the importance of visiting the dentist and how to keep their teeth healthy. The childminder provides children with healthy and nutritious meals. Children develop independence as they choose their vegetables and make their own sandwiches at mealtimes. n Children get excited when they explore the play dough activity. They self-select what number of spots they want to add to their own ladybird. Children share confidently the number of spots they have on their own. However, at times, the childminder does not always ask questions that encourage the children to think about what happens next. This does not consistently help children to develop critical thinking skills.

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need to do better?

n The childminder models positive behaviour with children. She is calm as she talks to the them and they behave well. Children listen to the rules and boundaries that keep themselves safe. They are reminded to pick up their paper cuttings after their activity, and cooperatively clear them away. This ensures younger children can play safely on the floor with no risk of putting anything in their mouths.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a strong understanding of how to keep children safe from harm. She recognises the different types of abuse and her responsibility to report any concerns. The childminder ensures the risks in the home are minimised and children understand how to keep themselves safe when using equipment. For example, when children use scissors, they are reminded how to use them safely to ensure they do not hurt themselves. Children learn about why they must follow good handwashing routines. They learn to wash them thoroughly to remove the germs that could make them poorly.

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should:

n strengthen partnerships with providers of other settings to ensure children are fully supported with their learning and development n develop how you use questioning skills to support children's thinking and understanding.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2527912 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 10208359 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 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019. She lives in Warwick. The childminder operates Tuesday to Thursday from 8am until 5pm all year round, except for family holidays and bank holidays. She provides funded places for three- and four-year-olds.

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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 setting. n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The inspector recorded the views of parents during the inspection. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector carried out an observation with the childminder and discussed the impact of learning.

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Inspection activities

14 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

14 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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