Childminder in Warwickshire

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 develop as active learners in this nurturing provision. They separate confidently from their parents and demonstrate high levels of interest in the range of resources on offer. Children make choices about what they play with and how they spend their time. They develop firm friendships and even the youngest children play cooperatively with their peers.

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The provision is good

The childminder supports children to learn about the similarities and differences between each other through their play. For example, the childminder uses high- quality books to celebrate children's individual characteristics and experiences to promote children's self-awareness and positive self-esteem.

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The provision is good

Children benefit from spending much time outdoors as they develop their understanding of the natural world. They get involved in developing a wildlife den in the childminder's garden. Together with the childminder, they visit the garden centre to choose wildlife-friendly plants. The children know that wildlife like the strawberry plants.

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The provision is good

Children spend time with the childminder at local attractions. They are well supported to engage in adventurous play that promotes their core strength and agility. For example, children spend time in the woods at a local country park and particularly enjoy having a go at climbing the trees.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is a strong role model for the development of children's communication and language. She skilfully supports individual children in their language development and ensures that they hear the correct pronunciation of words in her interactions with them. The childminder encourages children to use new words in the context of their play. n The childminder has developed a responsive and ambitious curriculum that reflects the interests and learning preferences of the children in her care. She has high expectations of all children and skilfully adapts activities and experiences to ensure that their unique needs are met. The childminder uses her thoughtful observations of children to plan effectively for their learning. Children make strong progress across all areas of learning. n The childminder successfully supports children to develop their independence and self-care skills. Children understand and respond positively to the routine of

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need to do better?

the day. The childminder uses visual cues to support children's understanding of what is happening now and what is going to happen next. For example, children know that it is snack time when the childminder gets out the mat that they will sit on. They are keen to wash and dry their hands. The childminder involves the

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9 June 2023 children in deciding what they would like to eat for their 'snack picnic'. Children enjoy healthy snacks and meals, and the childminder encourages them to try a range of fruits and vegetables. n Children develop as curious learners. As they explore the water tray, children demonstrate their knowledge of the names of the animals that they have been learning about as part of World Ocean Day. The childminder successfully teaches mathematical concepts as children fill and empty the available containers. n Children's physical development is well promoted. The childminder offers opportunities for children to develop their gross motor skills. For example, they use their large muscles as they travel on wheeled toys in the garden. Children skilfully manoeuvre the car and scooter on and off the grass and around objects. n Children behave well. They are kind to each other and, with a little support, they

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need to do better?

ensure that everyone is included in their play. The childminder consistently supports children to think about their actions and how they may affect others. Children are skilled at taking turns and sharing resources. The childminder recognises and praises children's kindness. n The childminder develops effective systems to ensure the safety and security of the children in her care. She attends mandatory training sessions to meet the statutory requirements and to update her knowledge of safeguarding and first aid. However, the childminder does not focus as well as possible on continuing her professional development. Although teaching is good, the childminder does not fully consider how she can further improve her practice to identify where she can extend children's learning even further.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a clear understanding of her role and responsibility to keep children safe. She describes the signs and symptoms of abuse and understands the importance of prompt and accurate recording and reporting. The childminder has a concise safeguarding policy and is knowledgeable about the local arrangements for protecting children from harm. She is aware of the action she must take if an allegation is made and understands the role of the local authority designated officer. The childminder assesses risk effectively on her premises and when visiting local attractions. The childminder supports children effectively to learn about keeping themselves safe.

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should:

n focus professional development more precisely to help review the quality of teaching and identify where this can be extended even further so that children make the best possible progress.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY489738 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 10289057 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 9 November 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Nuneaton, Warwickshire. She operates during term time from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 setting. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. n Children spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the curriculum is implemented and the impact that this has on children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on

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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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Inspection activities

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