Childminder in Leicestershire

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 happy and content in the care of the childminder and her assistant. They have formed secure relationships with them. The childminder and her assistant work hard to encourage children to have positive self-esteem. For example, when toddlers use their initiative and create a bridge for their cars, the assistant gives positive praise for their good thinking. Children especially relish their time outdoors and water play activities. They explore water and bubbles and have great fun making themselves wet as the water trickles out of holes in a bucket. Babies show delight as they experience the sensory feel of sand between their toes.

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The provision is good

Children's language development is progressing well as the childminder engages them in meaningful conversation. Children show excitement when they find bugs crawling on their arm. The childminder asks them, 'Where do you think the bug is going?' Children behave well. They understand the rules of the childminder's home and the importance of being respectful. Given their young age, toddlers and pre- school children are especially thoughtful towards babies. For example, toddlers regularly approach babies and give them toys to play with. Furthermore, pre-school children take babies' hands in their own and encourage them to clap during songs.

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need to do better?

n The childminder clearly enjoys her role. She meets with her two assistants outside of work to share ideas and evaluate the effectiveness of the setting. The childminder and her assistants spend time interacting with all children. However, they do not consistently challenge and extend children's learning. n The childminder is aware of where children are in their development and what they need to learn next. She uses a topic-based approach to introduce children to new knowledge. For example, during the topic of Summer, children go to the garden centre to buy plants. Over time, the plants die. Children tell visitors that this is because they did not receive water. n The childminder and her assistant sensitively respond to children's emotional needs. They help children to understand and manage their own feelings. For example, when children have very occasional lapses in their behaviour, the childminder and her assistant gently help them to understand how their friends

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need to do better?

might feel. Children start to relate their actions to their own feelings and well- being. n The childminder knows the children very well. She follows babies' own routines and is intuitive when they become tired. Babies are given cuddles and fall asleep as soon as they are put down to rest. This contributes well to children's emotional security. n Children have lots of opportunities to develop their physical strength. They show

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4 August 2022 great control as they run, climb and ride wheeled toys safely in the garden. They take safe risks as they climb on bars and swing down on to safety mats below. n The childminder recognises that children have had limited access to the wider community during the COVID-19 pandemic. She takes children on regular trips to the local village, museums and parks. This contributes to children learning about the wider world beyond the setting. n The childminder places a strong focus on developing children's creativity and imagination. Children engage with messy play and resources that help them to explore their senses. They investigate stones, grass, 'swampy mud' and giant dinosaurs. n When children first start attending, the childminder supports their emotional well-being. She invites them to attend settling-in sessions. This gives children time to get to know the childminder, her assistants and her home.

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n Parents speak highly of the childminder. They comment that she encourages their children's communication, language and confidence, 'in a positive way'. They speak of the 'great adventures' their children go on and say their children think of the setting as a second home.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant have a sound understanding of their responsibility to protect children from harm. They have completed safeguarding training and have a good knowledge of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse, including issues such as grooming and domestic violence. Children are taught how to stay safe. They understand that they need to wear hats and sun cream when it is hot, to protect themselves. The childminder and her assistants are qualified in paediatric first aid. They are aware of their responsibilities and are able to respond appropriately to any accidents or illnesses that children may have.

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should:

n focus more precisely on challenging and extending children's learning during play and activities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2554337 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10205586 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019. She is located in Barkby, Leicester. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for the bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with two assistants.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector looked around the areas of the setting available to children. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder, her assistant and the children throughout the inspection. n The childminder and the inspector carried out a joint evaluation of an activity together. n The inspector observed the quality of education during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector took account of written references from parents. n Relevant documentation was available for inspection, including paediatric first- aid certificates.

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Inspection activities

4 August 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

4 August 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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