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 Not applicable

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The provision is outstanding

Children develop excellent relationships with the childminder, her co-minder, assistant and their peers. Older children show, through their behaviour, that they feel confident, safe and secure in her care. Younger children seek reassurance and cuddles when, initially, a little wary of visitors to the setting. The childminder gently encourages children and their confidence blossoms. They enjoy selecting resources and leading their own play. Children's love of books is supported excellently. They wait with anticipation during story time to see what the bear does next when he cannot sleep, where he goes and the things that he hears. They join in with familiar text and rhyme.

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The provision is outstanding

Children access a wide range of physical activities to challenge and encourage them to think about their own safety. All children become confident in their own abilities. They competently use the trampoline, run and use wheeled toys skilfully, manoeuvring around toys, equipment and their friends. They squeal with delight as they swing while holding onto the monkey bar and thoroughly enjoy being pushed on the swing as they pretend to be in the circus. Children continually develop their fine-motor skills. They scoop popcorn on to spoons, pick up individual pieces using tweezers and fill various-sized containers using bowl-shaped scissors. The childminder supports their language superbly and they use words such as 'big', 'small', 'more than', 'tiny', 'enormous', 'full' and 'empty'. They express to her that the popcorn is 'sticky' and 'stuck' as it clumps together in the pots. They involve her in their play, asking her to hold certain things, such as the cup so that they can

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n Children's health and well-being is nurtured. They rest and sleep according to their needs and enjoy one-to-one time, cuddles and affection. Children benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise and are secure in the routine of the day. n Children learn safe and effective healthcare practices to help them stay well. All children develop independence and wash their hands regularly and at appropriate times throughout the day. Older children are independent in managing their own self-care. Effective changing routines throughout the day ensure younger children remain comfortable throughout the day. Balanced and nutritious meals support children's well-being even further. n Parents express their delight at the excellent care and learning opportunities given to their children. They say that the childminder's care and attention enables them to go to work knowing that their child will have the best time and

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will be safe. Parents cannot speak highly enough of the close relationship they have forged with the childminder and the superb opportunities for them to spend time together, talking about their child's progress and development.

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29 July 2022 n The childminder, her co-minder and assistant work harmoniously together and complement each other's practice throughout the day. Their dedication and commitment to providing the very best for each child is infectious. They provide a rich and varied curriculum which challenges and interests children, and continually builds on what they know and can do. Ongoing observations and assessments mean that learning is targeted appropriately at all times and children's interests are maintained. n Highly effective monitoring of practice ensures that professional development opportunities are sharply focused and successfully build the childminder's knowledge in a wide variety of topics. Adults cascade new information to each other to ensure consistency for children. n Children develop a secure understanding about their own safety. They carefully move from indoors to outside and understand the importance of listening to

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adults and following each other. They learn to safely stand and observe the pond, watching the nature within and around it under the close supervision of the childminder. Children compound their understanding of what people who help us do, such as firefighters. They quickly recognise the picture of flames within the playroom and take effective action to put out the pretend fire. n Children's behaviour is excellent. They respond well to requests made of them, understand the importance of listening to what each other has to say and show respect to others. Older children support the younger children and show warmth and kindness towards them. The childminder nurtures children as they build their skills of negotiation.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder demonstrates a robust knowledge and understanding of the signs that may indicate a child is at risk from abuse and neglect, which includes issues such as female genital mutilation, grooming and the 'Prevent' duty. Her knowledge of the referral process to ensure children are safeguarded is secure. Children's safety is given high priority. They regularly practise the fire evacuation procedure, and risk assessments identify the action taken to minimise risks effectively, indoors and outside. Comprehensive policies reflect the childminder's ethos of care. Children learn about their own safety through role play and the various discussions that take place, and learn how to use tools and equipment safely.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2537851 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 10215255 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 18 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019 and works with another childminder and an assistant. She provides care from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, excluding bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder is situated in the Chesterton area of Leamington Spa.

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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 completed a tour of the setting. n The inspector observed the activities, inside and outdoors, and the interactions between the childminder and the children. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as a sample of policies, risk assessments and evidence of the suitability of adults working with the children. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children, and took account of the written views of parents.

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Inspection activities

29 July 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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29 July 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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