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 Not applicable

p.1

The provision is good

Children form strong attachments with the childminder. She sensitively interacts with them during their play and recognises when they need a cuddle or are happy to play alone. Children benefit from the childminder knowing what they need to learn next. She focuses on helping young children to be confident in difficult situations they may encounter. For example, when their younger friends want something they have got, the childminder encourages them to kindly say, 'No, stop, I had it first'. The childminder then subtly uses discussions and distractions to help young children learn what she expects of them.

p.2

The provision is good

The childminder supports the children to develop a love for the outdoors and to be physically active. Children explore diggers in the sand and make marks with chunky chalks. This contributes to them developing their muscles in readiness for early writing. Children show curiosity as they explore the environment. They make independent choices about their play from the resources the childminder has on offer. The childminder offers children extra experiences, and they spend time using their hand-eye coordination to fill and empty cups of coloured rice. As a result, children gain a positive attitude to learning new skills that prepare them in readiness for school.

p.2

need to do better?

n The childminder keeps her professional development up to date. She attends mandatory training and regularly reads updates from the local authority and childcare organisations. She has recently attended training to gain her designated safeguarding lead qualification. These targeted opportunities mean that her knowledge remains current and fresh to help her support the children she is caring for. n The childminder has a secure understanding of the areas of learning she teaches. She uses observation to assess what children can do and what they need to learn next. This helps to promote positive outcomes for children and helps the childminder to plan and sequence her curriculum. n The childminder introduces a rhyme session. Children choose instruments and select their favourite songs to sing. Despite being in the first stages of speaking, young children sing some of the words to the rhymes. They thoroughly enjoy

p.2

need to do better?

doing the actions to the songs. This contributes well to their communication and language development. n Overall, children are engaged in their learning experiences. They laugh as they explore and splash in the water. However, the childminder does not always step in and interact to help children get even more meaningful learning from their experiences. For example, the childminder repeatedly fills the water tray, and some children instantly tip it out. As a result, other young children cannot follow

p.2

need to do better?

26 May 2023 their interest in the water play. n The childminder places a strong emphasis on encouraging children to develop their self-care and independence, such as peeling their banana at snack time. Young children attempt to put on their shoes in readiness for going outdoors. They receive lots of praise from the childminder for their achievements. This promotes children's self-confidence and perseverance to keep trying. n The childminder teaches children the importance of following good hygiene routines. For instance, children use hand sanitiser before snacks and lunch. n The childminder uses good manners when she speaks to children. She gives children gentle reminders to do the same and to be polite. There is an expectation that children will tidy up toys before moving on to another part of the session. However, occasionally, to save time, the childminder does this herself. This limits children's opportunities to develop a sense of responsibility to

p.2

need to do better?

take care of their learning environment. n The childminder gives children opportunities to experience their wider community. For example, she takes children to enjoy walks to the local park, play with other children in toddler groups and visit soft-play areas. This helps to promote children's social skills in larger groups beyond the setting. n Parents comment positively about the childminder. They compliment her on her information sharing and keeping them updated about their child's day. Furthermore, parents say their children's speech 'has been much better' since attending the childminder. This shows there is a united approach to children's learning and development.

p.3

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

p.3

Safeguarding

The childminder has good safeguarding knowledge and understanding of her responsibilities to safeguard children. She knows how to identify if children are at risk of harm and the procedures to follow to protect them. The childminder understands areas of safeguarding, including female genital mutilation and the 'Prevent' duty. The childminder helps children learn about how to keep themselves safe. For example, she explains they must sit down at the top of the slide before they come down. The childminder is mindful of children's health and well-being during warmer days. For example, she encourages children to wear sun cream and sun hats while playing outdoors.

p.3

should:

n develop a better understanding of when young children would benefit from further interaction to help them build on their interests n strengthen opportunities for children to develop a sense of responsibility to take

p.3

should:

26 May 2023 care of their learning environment.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number 2632196 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10260090 Type of provision Childminder

p.5

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

p.5

inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

p.5

Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021 and lives in Cosby, Leicestershire. She operates term time only, from 8am to 6.00pm, Thursday and Friday. The childminder has a level 3 childcare qualification.

p.5

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 held discussions with the childminder and the children throughout the inspection. n The childminder and the inspector carried out a joint evaluation of an activity together. n The inspector observed the quality of education during activities, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector took account of written references and questionnaires from parents. n Documentation was available for inspection, including a relevant paediatric first- aid qualification.

p.5

Inspection activities

26 May 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.

p.5

Inspection activities

26 May 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.

p.6

Inspection activities

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.7

Inspection activities

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.7

Inspection activities

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.7

Inspection activities

T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/ofsted

p.7