Childminder in Birmingham

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

The childminder offers a warm welcome and a home-from-home atmosphere. On arrival, children reach out to the childminder for cuddles. They separate from parents without fuss and settle immediately. Strong, trusting relationships are evident. Children independently select what they will play with. They take a lead in their play, inviting the childminder and her assistant to join in with their imaginary play. For example, they make a birthday cake from bricks and sing 'Happy Birthday' as they present it to them. Children's emotional security is well supported.

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The provision is good

The childminder and her assistant support children to develop their growing independence in self-care skills. Children benefit from healthy snacks and nutritious meals. They learn to feed themselves using a spoon. Children quickly become increasingly independent in managing their own personal care and hygiene tasks. For example, two-year-olds know how to use the toilet and wash their hands independently.

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The provision is good

The childminder and her assistant know the children well. They plan learning activities based on children's prior knowledge and their identified next steps. For example, when learning about colours, children are delighted when they see that they have created purple by mixing red and blue paint. Children make continued progress with their learning.

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need to do better?

n Children have ample opportunities to develop their early mathematical skills. For example, they compare shapes in the environment and note similarities between an orange and a cookie. They also count the number of fallen leaves they collect. The childminder and her assistant use mathematical language, such as words related to size, throughout the day. Therefore, children's early understanding of mathematical concepts is well supported. n The childminder gathers useful information when children start at her setting, and she offers a curriculum based around their interests. The childminder and her assistant track children's learning and work with parents to ensure that children continue to make progress. They share information about children's progress with parents and suggest ways they can support their learning and development at home. n The childminder has completed training to support her practice when caring for

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children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). She knows how to identify possible special educational needs and disabilities and the procedures for securing additional support. Consequently, the arrangements for children with SEND are effective. n Children's behaviour is generally good and well managed. The childminder and

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need to do better?

12 September 2023 her assistant have a positive attitude to behaviour management. They understand that behaviour is related to children's age and stage of development and have realistic expectations. Children learn to behave well. n The childminder is committed to improving the quality of her provision. She meets regularly with her assistant to review their practice. The childminder and her assistant both access regular training and updates to improve their knowledge. As a result, children receive good-quality care and education. The childminder has a clear vision and strategic plan for the future of her provision. n Parents say that they feel supported by the childminder. They report that they receive regular updates and sufficient information about their children's progress. Parents say that they are happy with the level of care and education their children receive from this 'incredible' childminder.

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n Children thoroughly enjoy physical activity. They investigate different ways of moving, such as jumping and crawling, as they move to music. Children learn that their hearts beat faster and they are out of breath after exercise. They enjoy spending time outdoors, where they can run freely. However, they do not have sufficient opportunities to build resilience or to explore what they can do, including taking appropriate risks in their physical play. n The childminder and her assistant model language well as they talk to children throughout the day. However, when they ask children questions, they do not give them enough time to think before they respond. Therefore, children are unable to share their knowledge, express their thoughts or use new words. This does not support children's thinking and communication skills effectively.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant understand their responsibilities around keeping children safe. They know who to contact and what to do if they are concerned about a child's safety. This includes how to report concerns, manage allegations and make a referral. The childminder carries out checks and risk assessments so that any potential risks in her home and garden are minimised. The childminder and her assistant have completed paediatric first-aid training. They explain how to manage a range of illnesses, accidents and emergencies effectively. These measures help to ensure that children can play safely.

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should:

n support children of all ages to take appropriate risks that will further enhance their physical development and help build resilience n provide children with enough time to listen to questions and process the information before responding during interactions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY495166 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 10306601 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 9 Number of children on roll 9 Date of previous inspection 2 March 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Birmingham. She works with an assistant and operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, 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 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 had a learning walk together to discuss the intention for children's learning. n The childminder showed the inspector around the whole premises, including the outdoor environment. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder, her assistant and the children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and her assistant. n The inspector interacted with the children during the course of the inspection. n The inspector took account of parents' views about the setting.

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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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