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

The childminder's warm and nurturing approach ensures that all children in her care feel safe and loved. She regularly checks for and addresses any potential hazards, creating a secure home environment. The childminder arranges a learning environment that supports children through every stage of their development. The environment is well organised and easily accessible to empower children to make choices during their playtime, fostering their independence and self-confidence.

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The provision is good

The childminder plays a vital role in shaping children's characters. She consistently recognises their achievements and offers meaningful praise, which encourages a sense of confidence and politeness. This positive reinforcement creates a secure and supportive environment where children willingly work together. They help to set up their snack-time mats and reflect a strong sense of teamwork and belonging. Children behave well.

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The provision is good

The childminder prioritises children's overall well-being. She regularly organises nature walks and trips to the local library to encourage physical activity and provides opportunities for children to discuss their favourite stories. This helps improve children's communication and language skills while fostering a love for nature and books. For example, children actively listen to stories, point at pictures and share their own experiences from their outings.

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need to do better?

n The childminder tailors her curriculum to meet each child's individual needs and abilities. The childminder makes good use of her ongoing assessments to inform her planning and teaching. All children show good progress across all areas of learning and development. However, the childminder does not fully consider the needs of all children during adult-led group activities. She does not match teaching to the children's stage of development as well as possible. For example, she asks younger children to sit for extended periods during adult-led activities, and they find it difficult to concentrate. n The childminder involves children in learning about early mathematical concepts. Children learn about shapes and colours in an enjoyable way, such as by introducing a guessing game. Children relish the challenge and show their 'thinking face' through puzzled expressions. n The childminder is dedicated to promoting children's physical development. She

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need to do better?

provides numerous opportunities for children to engage in physical activities and enhance their small- and large-muscle movements. For instance, during sensory play with play dough, children enthusiastically manipulate the play dough in response to music. Children excitedly jump, climb and slide in the childminder's garden.

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need to do better?

25 September 2024 n The childminder promotes good hygiene practices among children to ensure their well-being. Children independently wash their hands before each mealtime, enthusiastically assist in tidying up toys and help each other putting their shoes on before heading to the garden. They confidently request to use the toilet and consistently remember the handwashing routine. n The childminder actively seeks and values parents' involvement. She gathers thorough information regarding children's home routines and developmental achievements. This information is used to set clear learning goals for each child and foster a sense of partnership between the childminder and the parents. During initial observations, the childminder identifies areas where children may require additional support, ensuring parents are informed and involved in their child's education. Parents express satisfaction with their children's learning and

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need to do better?

commend the childminder for her caring approach towards their children. When children move on to school, the childminder communicates their progress and accomplishments with parents and the children's new schools. n The childminder and her staff have completed mandatory training to improve their understanding of safeguarding children. They have attended the local authority safeguarding briefings. The childminder supports her staff by demonstrating effective teaching methods. She recognises the need for additional training for her staff team to further enhance understanding of children's learning and development. n The childminder encourages a culture of respect by using good manners among children. Older children willingly offer assistance to their younger peers during playtime. For example, when some children find climbing on the garden frame difficult, they confidently seek help from older children, who are always eager to

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

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

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should:

n plan precisely for the needs of all children during adult-led group activities to promote consistent engagement in learning opportunities n implement plans to support assistants in extending their knowledge to further enhance the quality of children's learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY218463 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 10362869 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 12 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 14 January 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2002 and is located in Atherstone, Warwickshire. She works with an assistant. The childminder operates on Monday to Wednesday, from 8am until 3.30pm, during term time only. She holds an approved level 3 qualification in childcare and offers government-funded places.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure that they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

25 September 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.

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Inspection activities

25 September 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.

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