Childminder in Dudley

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

Children are confident and happy in the childminders care. They go to her for cuddles and reassurance and include her in their play. Children choose from a broad range of activities and resources that support development across all areas of learning. The childminder makes sure that children have lots of time in the day to explore and investigate these opportunities.

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The provision is good

Children use their imagination as they play and are engrossed in what they are doing. They make up games themselves, play happily with one another and involve the childminder. For example, they decide they need the medical kit to make sure the childminder is feeling well. She encourages the children to listen to their heartbeats as she says 'ba-boom, ba-boom'. They recognise familiar numbers as they recall the number '999' to dial on the telephone to call an ambulance.

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The provision is good

Children develop physically as they dance along to a favourite song. They hop and jump with excitement then 'sleep' quietly, curled up on the floor. Babies practise early walking as they toddle whilst holding the childminders hand. The childminder prioritises visits out so that children have space to run around, splash in water and squelch in mud. Children begin to understand where food comes from as they pick fruit from trees at a local fruit farm. They have good opportunities to eat a healthy diet as they enjoy fruit at snack time and make their own bread to eat with homemade vegetable soup.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides a rich set of experiences which ensure children make progress in all areas of learning. She gives careful thought to her play-based curriculum and organises her home to support this effectively. She thoughtfully sets out activities that enthuse and motivate children. She plans her provision so that she can build on children's prior knowledge and further extend their skills. n The childminder uses her knowledge of child development very well to assess children's progress and highlight next steps for learning. She makes sure these are achievable and can be easily supported as children play. For example, she encourages children to speak slowly to their friends as they play, so that they can pronounce simple words correctly. n The childminder is mindful of children's speech and language development in her interactions with them. For example, she speaks calmly, gives clear instructions

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need to do better?

and comments on what children are doing. She uses a wide vocabulary and introduces new words in conversations. This helps broaden the range of words children hear. However, constant background music limits children's ability to listen carefully and tune into sounds. n Children's knowledge and understanding of the world around them is supported

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need to do better?

13 February 2023 exceptionally well. The childminder takes the children on exciting and interesting outings that offer them super opportunities to broaden their experiences. For example, they visit a local farm to dig up vegetables before returning home to make soup. They visit local parks and woodland areas, go for boat trips on the canal and visit the zoo. The childminder meets up with other childminders, which means that children have the opportunity to play in a larger group. n Children behave very well and have excellent manners. The childminder takes every opportunity to encourage children to make decisions, problem-solve, and negotiate. She supports them to learn about sharing resources when they play. This is a real strength and means that children show high levels of control and keep trying hard when they encounter difficulties. n The childminder is expert at supporting children's emotional development and

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security. She knows the children very well and supports the development of their character through play and interactions. n Established and secure partnerships with parents means that they know about the progress their children are making. The childminder shares details about next steps with them and completes written diaries. Parents say they are very happy with the care their children receive. n The childminder prioritises training and professional development to broaden her knowledge and understanding of how young children learn. She maintains professional relationships with other local childminders and accesses support from the local authority. This helps to ensure that she is always reflecting on her childminding service.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good knowledge of safeguarding requirements. She describes the possible signs and symptoms that would suggest that a child is at risk of harm or abuse. She understands how to record and report her concerns. Furthermore, she accesses Designated Safeguarding Lead training through the local authority every year. This helps to ensure that her knowledge is up-to-date. She has recently refreshed her knowledge of wider safeguarding issues such as 'Prevent' and extremism. This means that she knows what to do if she has concerns that a child is at risk of radicalisation. The childminder has a paediatric first-aid qualification and ensures a safe space for children through daily checks.

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should:

n broaden knowledge of how to enhance children's opportunities to listen and concentrate during play activities, without the distraction of constant background music.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY487974 Local authority Dudley Inspection number 10264714 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 4 Date of previous inspection 22 June 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Dudley. She operates all year round, from 7am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 childminder. n The inspector carried out a learning walk with the childminder and discussed how the curriculum is delivered. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability. n The inspector observed the quality of education during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector took account of the views of parents.

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Inspection activities

13 February 2023 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

13 February 2023 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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