Childminder in Walsall

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 feel safe, secure and happy in this nurturing setting. They develop strong relationships with the childminder, who is highly attentive to children's emotional needs. Children delight in taking part in a range of activities that stimulate their imaginations. For example, they explore textures while acting out familiar stories, using characters and sensory equipment. Children enjoy singing and dancing. They have great fun as they choose their own songs and join in with the actions. Children benefit from outdoor play which supports their physical development. For example, they confidently kick and roll balls, ride in cars and paint on the outside easel.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations for all children's behaviour. As a result, children's behaviour is excellent. Children listen to the childminder and follow instructions carefully. Children develop their independence well. For example, children register themselves when they arrive in the morning and tidy up after themselves throughout the day. Older children wash and chop up their own fruit for snack, and are encouraged to make their own choices in their play. Children enjoy learning about similarities and differences. They enjoy listening to stories about differences, celebrating cultural festivals and tasting food from a variety of cultures.

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need to do better?

n The childminder plans an ambitious and sequential curriculum. She understands how children develop and learn. She finds out from parents what children know and can do before they start at the setting. n The childminder knows children well and is attuned to their interests. She plans activities to support children's development in all areas of their learning. The childminder completes regular observations and assessments to identify the areas of learning children may need more support in. However, she does not always make best use of this information to identify even more targeted next steps to support children's development. This means that although children make good progress in all areas of their learning, there is scope for the childminder to embed their specific skills and knowledge even further. n The childminder talks to children about what they are doing and playing. She asks them questions and encourages them to make their own decisions. Children

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enjoy listening to a wide range of stories. The childminder uses signs and visual cues to support children's understanding. This means that children develop their communication skills effectively. n Children are confident. They enjoy exploring the wide range of resources the childminder has on offer and are consistently engaging in purposeful play. Children enjoy communicating with visitors and share toys as they play.

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need to do better?

23 February 2023 n The childminder places a high priority on British Values. She teaches children about kindness, respect and tolerance of others. The childminder encourages positive behaviour and talks to children about their emotions. n Parents speak extremely highly of the childminder. They say she is kind and caring and children make good progress. Parents praise the activities the childminder plans for children, in particular messy play activities. They comment that activities are fun and educational. Parents say they receive daily pictures of activities their children have completed and feel confident to approach the childminder with any concerns. n The childminder regularly shares information with parents. For example, she shares guidance about healthy eating and oral health. The childminder shares pictures and observations on a daily basis, and assessment information is provided on an online app. However, on occasion, parents are not always given

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need to do better?

the opportunity to have a detailed discussion about their children's development and how to support their learning even further at home. n Provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is good. The childminder understands how to support children in the setting and who to contact should a child require additional support. She knows how to make referrals to external agencies. n The childminder is highly reflective. She places a high emphasis on her own professional development. The childminder is proactive in engaging with additional training courses to improve her professional knowledge.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding and her responsibility to keep children safe. She completes training on a regular basis. The childminder knows the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of abuse. She knows the procedure to follow should she have concerns about a child's welfare. She knows what to do should an allegation be made about her. The childminder completes regular checks of the premises to ensure if it safe and secure for children. She regularly checks toys and resources to ensure they are safe for children to play with.

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should:

n continue to make best use of information from assessments to identify additional gaps in children's learning to elevate their already good progress even further n further enhance information sharing with parents to ensure they more consistently benefit from opportunities to discuss children's development and fully understand how to support their learning at home.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY492346 Local authority Walsall Inspection number 10264097 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 3 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 22 May 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Walsall, West Midlands. She operates all year round, from 7am to 5pm, Tuesday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. The childminder 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 spoke to the childminder about her intention for children's learning. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The inspector communicated with children at appropriate times in the inspection.

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Inspection activities

23 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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23 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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