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 Inadequate

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The provision is good

Children are happy and settled in this welcoming family home. They clearly enjoy the time they spend with the childminder. Children demonstrate good bonds with her as they spontaneously approach her for cuddles and affection. Children are motivated to learn as they make independent choices from the wide range of toys and equipment on offer. Children quickly become engaged in their play. They concentrate as they try to find the different pieces of the puzzle to fit together. They confidently ask for help from the childminder when they struggle to fit the pieces together. The childminder offers clear guidance telling the children that they need to look at the picture on the box to see which piece they need to look for. Children persevere and exclaim in delight when they finish the puzzle.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations. Children show respect for their environment, readily helping to tidy the toys away after activities. Children are learning the importance of healthy lifestyles. The childminder ensures they benefit from fresh air and exercise. She involves the children in growing herbs and vegetables in the garden, which supports their understanding of where food comes from. Children are gaining the skills they need to support their future learning, including their eventual move to school.

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need to do better?

n The quality of teaching is good. The childminder has a good understanding of how young children learn and develop. She knows the children well and uses this knowledge to help support their individual learning needs. She plans a broad and balanced curriculum with a clear aim for what she wants children to learn. This includes children who speak more than one language. The childminder engages with parents to learn important phrases in children's other languages to help support them in her home. n The childminder effectively monitors children's progress to ensure any gaps in learning are identified and acted upon. She adapts her teaching to ensure children of different abilities receive the support they need. As a result, all children make good progress in their learning. n Children's communication and language skills are developing well. The childminder engages children in frequent, meaningful conversations and

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discussions. Children confidently communicate with adults, their peers and visitors. The childminder models language, repeats phrases and introduces new words to help build on children's growing vocabulary. n The childminder gets actively involved with children's play. She sits on the floor in the playroom and joins in as children play in the role-play kitchen, pretending to make various meals and drinks. She uses praise and encouragement to motivate children. This helps children to have a go at new challenges. However,

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need to do better?

27 April 2023 there are times when children's concentration and attention skills are not fully promoted due to distractions caused by some interruptions. n The childminder attends mandatory training, such as child protection and paediatric first aid. She shares ideas and discusses changes in legislation with other local childminders. However, the childminder acknowledges that she would benefit from attending further training to develop her knowledge and skills even further. n The childminder acts as a good role model. Children follow the childminder's example and use good manners, saying 'please' 'thank you' and 'you're welcome' to each other. She supports them to share and take turns with the toys and resources. The childminder teaches children to understand their emotions and how to manage them. As a result, children's behaviour is excellent. n The childminder has established good partnerships with parents. Regular

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information is shared with parents to ensure they are fully informed about their child's time at the childminder's. Parents express their complete satisfaction with the service provided. They say they would highly recommend her to other parents and that childminders like her are 'very hard to replace'. n Children benefit from socialising with other children. The childminder regularly meets with other childminders and attends local groups. This gives children the opportunity to make new friends and develop their social skills.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of child protection. She is aware of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. She understands the importance of reporting concerns to external agencies. The childminder has ensured that Ofsted has been updated with information about people who live in the home so that suitability checks can be carried out. Children are well supervised. The childminder maintains a safe environment for children to play in. She ensures that the premises are secure so that children cannot leave unsupervised and unauthorised visitors cannot gain entry.

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should:

n further support children's capacity to become fully engaged in their learning without unnecessary distractions n focus on professional development plans to extend knowledge of teaching and learning further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY558364 Local authority Walsall Inspection number 10266268 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 3 Date of previous inspection 4 November 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Walsall. She holds early years qualifications at level 3, level 5 and level 6. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder and children. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the premises. n The views of parents were taken into consideration by reading written references.

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Inspection activities

27 April 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

27 April 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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