Childminder in Birmingham

Overall effectiveness Requires improvement

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

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The provision requires improvement

Overall, children enjoy and enthusiastically participate in their learning. However, they do not consistently benefit from a well-planned and delivered curriculum that is ambitious. As a result, children do not develop sufficient skills and knowledge that can support future learning.

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The provision requires improvement

Children arrive happily at the childminder's home. They are greeted with a warm welcome by the childminder. Reassurance is given to children who may sometimes take their time to settle. Children make choices about the toys and equipment that they like to play with. The childminder attempts to support children's language and communication through these activities. However, her interactions are not always supportive or timely. Children enjoy looking at books and listening to stories with the childminder.

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The provision requires improvement

Children develop their awareness of the local community and learn about road safety. For example, they visit the local pet shop to see animals, and they attend a playgroup where they socialise with other children. Children behave well. Generally, they listen and respond to instructions at routine times. Children persevere and concentrate well during their activities, such as when using construction tiles to build a model of a dinosaur. Children take pride in their achievements, and they take delight in showing them off.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is keen to plan learning activities that she knows children will enjoy and that are linked to their current interests. However, sometimes the quality of children's learning is not good because the childminder does not always recognise how she can plan activities that focus on the skills and knowledge that children need to learn next. n Children happily participate and are engaged in activities. They enjoy art and craft activities and using construction kits to make models. However, the childminder does not always interact with children effectively during activities to support their language development or to challenge their learning. n The childminder uses assessment to identify children's next steps in learning. However, the identified next steps do not always reflect the developmental needs of individual children. n Children have access to resources to help them develop their fine motor and

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need to do better?

early writing skills. For example, they use coloured felt pens and crayons to trace around shapes. n Children show positive attitudes to learning as they demonstrate perseverance and focus when completing tasks, such as construction activities. They demonstrate pride and take great delight in their personal achievements.

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need to do better?

23 March 2023 n The childminder works closely with parents to settle new children into her care. She regularly shares information and photos with them about what their children are learning. Parents provide positive feedback about the childminder, likening her to a member of their family. Parents praise the support given to them by the childminder. n The childminder talks to children about healthy eating, and children enjoy eating healthy food and snacks. Children have access to fresh water and are encouraged to drink this throughout the day. Children also enjoy home-cooked meals, such as cottage pie, stew and lasagne. They sit well at the table and feed themselves using the appropriate cutlery. n The childminder attends regular training to update her knowledge and skills. Most recently, this has included training regarding safeguarding, supporting children's transitions and inclusive practice.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder knows the signs and symptoms that indicate a child may be at risk of abuse. She undertakes regular safeguarding training to keep her knowledge relevant and up to date. She has a secure understanding of local safeguarding procedures, and she knows who to contact if she has any safeguarding concerns about a child. The childminder knows how to ensure that the premises are safe and suitable for children each day. For example, she checks for hazards and broken toys and ensures that safety gates and fire guards are safe and secure. The childminder teaches children about personal safety, including how to cross the road safely when they are out and about.

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Due date

improve planning and assessment to ensure that the curriculum is ambitious, well sequenced and focuses on the knowledge and skills children need to learn next. 23/04/2023

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should:

n promote more positive interactions with children during adult-led activities, to support their communication and language and challenge their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 228493 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 10276339 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 12 July 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1995 and lives in the Yardley area of Birmingham. She operates from 9am to 5.30pm on Monday to Thursday, term time only. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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 childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together of all areas of the home and discussed the early years curriculum and health and safety. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The inspector carried out an observation of an activity and discussed this with the childminder. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching and learning being provided and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning and development. n The inspector spoke to parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The childminder showed the inspector required documentation.

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Inspection activities

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 March 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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