Childminder in Telford and Wrekin

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

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

p.1

The provision is outstanding

The childminder provides a very homely and safe environment where children's health and happiness are always of paramount importance. Children develop and demonstrate extremely high levels of happiness and security. They are wonderfully enthusiastic and beam with delight throughout their day, enjoying every activity the childminder provides for them.

p.2

The provision is outstanding

The childminder plans an ambitious curriculum for all children. She is fully aware of each child as an individual with different learning needs. Consequently, all children's individual learning needs are met exceptionally well. Children show immense levels of engagement in their learning and make excellent progress from their starting points. The childminder encourages children to develop excellent independence skills and learn to take responsibility for completing small tasks for themselves. For example, they thoroughly enjoy washing their hands, cutting fruit and learning how to use tools safely to prepare their snack. Children are incredibly keen to make choices during their play. They self-select and use a wealth of accessible and exciting resources. This supports children to be continually engaged and motivated in their play.

p.2

The provision is outstanding

The childminder calmly communicates her behaviour expectations to the children. She reinforces very clear and consistent expectations in a kind and respectful manner. Children demonstrate a high level of respect for each other and remind their peers of the expectations within the setting. Children behave exceptionally well.

p.2

need to do better?

n The childminder constantly monitors children's progress and plans for their future learning. Children are making accelerated progress across the curriculum as they receive a perfectly balanced approach of adult-led and child-initiated activities. The childminder precisely sequences the curriculum to help children develop their knowledge and refine their skills. The childminder places a sharp focus on children's speech. She continually supports children to acquire a wide vocabulary so that they can make their wishes and feelings known. n The childminder recognises the importance of promoting children's social confidence. She plans walks in the community with children, and they stop to chat with the people they meet. The childminder meets with other childminders for outings and play. She takes children to group activities where they interact with others and build on their social experiences. This is helping to provide them

p.2

need to do better?

with more confidence in new situations. n The childminder expertly interacts with children during their learning. She provides a highly stimulating and language-rich environment. She sits with

p.2

need to do better?

24 April 2024 children to promote conversation, skilfully using open-ended questions to encourage children to develop their own ideas. This has contributed to children's strong progress in language and communication. n The childminder places children's emotional well-being at the heart of her work. She is extremely caring and very attentive to children's needs. This helps children to feel exceedingly comfortable and settled in the childminder's home. n The childminder makes excellent use of the local facilities, which enhances and inspires children's learning. They learn about different professions when they visit the dentist, doctors and local hospital. This supports children to have a strong sense of belonging and confidence. n Children love to dance and engage in daily wake-up music sessions. Children excitedly move their whole bodies as they dance to music, listen to the instructions and copy actions to the familiar morning songs. They react with

p.2

need to do better?

alternative movements, refining the dance to the beat of the music. Toddlers wave their arms, turn around and point their toes as they dance in time to the music. They explore different ways they can move their bodies and build on their gross motor skills. n The childminder continues to focus on her professional development. She updates her knowledge through regular training as well as by working closely with local childminders. She relishes opportunities to share practice and hold professional discussions with others. She completes training that extends her knowledge of changes to childminding that links to good practice. The childminder regularly evaluates her practice. For example, she asks parents to complete questionnaires and works with the local authority early years adviser, using feedback gained to improve her service. n Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents praise the childminder's secure and

p.3

need to do better?

nurturing environment and state that their children thrive in her care. The childminder uses effective communication methods and makes sure parents are informed about children's experiences and progress during their time at the setting. She uses daily diaries to promote continuity in children's learning between home and her setting.

p.3

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

p.3

Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY465651 Local authority Telford & Wrekin Inspection number 10335214 Type of provision Childminder

p.4

Registers

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

p.4

inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 7 June 2018

p.4

Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Telford. She operates all year round, from 7.45am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a early years qualification at level 3.

p.4

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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n Written feedback from parents was reviewed by the inspector, who took account of their views. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n The children interacted with the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector reviewed relevant documentation, including suitability and training. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the curriculum has been implemented and the impact that this has had on children's learning.

p.4

Inspection activities

24 April 2024 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.4

Inspection activities

24 April 2024 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.5

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.6

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.6

Inspection activities

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

p.6

Inspection activities

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

p.6