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 Good

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The provision is good

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's home. They have secure attachments with the childminder. They ask him questions and come to him for comfort and support when needed. He reassures them with calm and soothing words when they are upset and feeling tired. The childminder offers gentle encouragement to children as they move the low-level step near the sink to wash their hands. Younger children are sensitively supported with taking off socks and shoes. This supports their levels of independence.

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The provision is good

Children enjoy choosing from the variety of resources on offer. They are particularly interested in playing with a balloon. They watch intently as it floats up to the ceiling when they let go of the ribbon. They learn about cause and effect and how the balloon moves. The childminder encourages them to stand on their tiptoes to stretch up to reach it. He explains it has 'helium' inside which makes it 'rise up'.

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The provision is good

The childminder places a strong emphasis on playing outside. They visit local parks and woodland areas. They learn about how the shade provided from the tree branches keeps them cool. This promotes their knowledge of the world and helps them understand the importance of being safe from the sunshine. Children play with a selection of balls and beanbags. The childminder reminds children to share and take turns, promoting their social skills.

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need to do better?

n The childminder offers a curriculum that helps the children to make good progress in their learning. Overall, it reflects their current interests and individual needs to help them become engaged and enjoy their time in play. Younger children giggle as they explore the changes when they press their face against a clear surface. However, there are times when the childminder does not challenge and extend learning further. This means that, occasionally, children are not learning as much as they can. n The childminder plans activities based on observations of children and in line with their stages and ages of development. Out in the woods, he observes and then plans for children to practise physical balancing skills. Children say, 'It's a bit wobbly' when balancing on a wavy beam in the garden. They ask about the bumps on the beam. The childminder explains they help to grip and are a way of staying safe when moving along.

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need to do better?

n The childminder encourages the children to be independent, making their own choices. Children carry their own lunch bags and choose where to sit in the garden area for lunch. Children have a can-do attitude to unzipping lunch bags and removing food contents. This supports their hand-to-eye coordination and is

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30 August 2022 an important life skill. n Parents comment how happy they are with the provision the childminder offers. They describe how the childminder gives them regular updates and they like the way the setting is a home-from-home environment. All parents value the thorough induction procedure. This reassures them when they first leave their child. The childminder works closely with parents in terms of children's changing needs, for example, starting toilet training. n Children are encouraged to share, listen and help each other. The childminder manages children's behaviour through positive verbal reminders. He encourages them to give a hug as a way to say 'sorry'. The childminder uses the Makaton sign for 'thank you' alongside the verbal word. There are times, however, when children are not always reminded about the consequences of their actions, for example, the consequences of throwing balls high up into the air, when younger

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children are playing close by. n The childminder repeats words that the children use clearly, to ensure they are hearing the correct pronunciation. Children clearly recall baking experiences. They say, 'I put butter into the bowl and stir and stir'. The childminder uses open questioning to help them recall the activity sequence. This helps their memory and critical thinking skills. n The childminder is proactive at seeking out new courses from the local authority and has booked onto new courses. This helps him keep abreast of changes and widens his skills and knowledge. For example, he recently attended a course to build his awareness of managing allergies.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of the steps to take should he believe a child is at risk of abuse. He can explain how he would recognise signs and symptoms of abuse. He understands how and where to report any allegations of abuse. The childminder ensures that children are supervised appropriately inside, outside and when taken out on trips. He asks all visitors to his home to sign in and out with arrival and departure times. He conducts risk assessments to ensure children are not exposed to hazards and that areas are safe for children to play in. He monitors sleeping children closely, recording their sleep times.

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should:

n challenge and extend play activities for children, taking into account children's ages and levels of development n help children understand more about right and wrong and to have an awareness

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should:

30 August 2022 of the consequences of their actions for themselves and others.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY412825 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10064491 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 6 Date of previous inspection 23 September 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in the village of Broughton Astley, Leicestershire. He operates from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, excluding bank holidays and family holidays. He provides funded education for three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection of the childminder 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 provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how he ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n The inspector spoke to the children to find out about their time at the setting. n The inspector spoke to a parent and took account of the views of other parents from written comments. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with the requested key documentation.

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Inspection activities

30 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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30 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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