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

The childminder provides a caring and stimulating environment for children. Children show confidence in her care as they settle quickly around unfamiliar adults. They actively seek the childminder out when they are upset and share cuddles with her. Children show how they are learning to care for others. For example, they hold dolls' heads gently and pretend to feed them with toy bottles, and wrap the dolls in blankets and place them on the sofa. Children enjoy attention from the childminder and encourage her interactions in their play. The childminder creates a calming environment for children and supports them to build friendships. Children show interest in each other's play as they gather small figures and move them between toy houses. The childminder stays close by for support. Children smile as they play alongside each other.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder provides a wealth of stimulating activities that capture children's interests. Children develop their mathematical knowledge as they match coloured bears to plates in a tray. The childminder gives constant praise to the children as they correctly match colours, and children express their delight as they smile and continue the activity. When children encounter difficulties, the childminder enthusiastically supports them to keep trying. Children show motivation and determination, and persevere until they succeed.

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need to do better?

n The childminder implements an exceptionally well-designed curriculum, which is specific to individual children. Her knowledge of child development is superior. She plans for children's next stages of learning exceptionally well, based precisely on what she knows about them. This helps children to make rapid progress in their learning. n The childminder successfully uses her assessments of children's progress to inform her planning of what children still need to know. Assessment information is shared with parents in ways that help them to understand their child's stage of development. Parents are therefore effectively supported to promote children's learning at home. n Children's communication development is prioritised. The childminder has completed training that has increased her knowledge of supporting children's language development considerably. She introduces new words to children through the use of familiar stories, and remodels language so that children learn

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correct grammar and speech formation. This has resulted in children making significant progress in communicating their needs and learning new words. n Excellent experiences are provided for children to support them to develop their knowledge about the world around them. Children regularly visit local parks and enjoy the discovery of different sounds and textures, as they point out colours

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15 September 2022 on trees and collect leaves. Children develop their curiosity about nature and show enthusiasm in their learning. n Children demonstrate extremely respectful behaviour. Even the youngest children share equipment willingly and are consistently praised for being kind. When they encounter conflict, they are supported by the childminder as she facilitates a swift resolution. This helps children to manage their own feelings and consider the feelings of others. n Children are extremely well prepared for their transition to school. The childminder liaises with schools to find out what they expect children to know before they start. She helps children to develop skills such as improving their concentration and learning to be independent. For example, children learn to feed themselves, pour their own drinks and complete basic hygiene tasks, such as handwashing. Children learn to manage their personal care confidently.

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n The childminder has formed exceptional relationships with parents. They comment on the excitement that children show as they arrive at her home and the support they are offered. Parents recognise the progress that their children have made, and comment on the high levels of communication with the childminder. n The childminder is committed to furthering her professional development. She identifies gaps in her own knowledge and actively seeks out ways to improve this. She is self-motivated and implements her learning to improve outcomes for children. She has strong links with other professionals and regularly shares ideas about improving teaching experiences for children. n The childminder is dedicated to ensuring that all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make excellent progress. The childminder is proficient at identifying when children require more-specialist

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input, and understands what she needs to do to ensure that children receive the right support at the earliest opportunity. She often supports other childminders to enhance their practice in supporting children with SEND. n The childminder ensures that equality and diversity feed through her practice seamlessly. She actively teaches children how to respect each other and enthusiastically celebrates their individuality. Children develop a highly positive sense of themselves and others.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder attends regular training and makes sure that her safeguarding knowledge is kept up to date. She has a thorough understanding of child protection. The childminder is aware of signs that may indicate that a child is at risk of harm, and knows the correct procedures to follow if concerns arise. She prioritises children's safety and has a rigorous procedure for checking that the environment is safe. For example, during recent renovations, the childminder constantly checked for potential hazards. She has taken steps to ensure that she organises her home in a way that minimises risks and keeps children safe.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY104412 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 10116019 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 12 Date of previous inspection 10 November 2014

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2002, and lives in the Nuneaton area of Warwickshire. The childminder operates from 7am until 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider 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 provider. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum had been implemented and the impact that this had on children's learning. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

15 September 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

15 September 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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