Childminder EY243484

Overall effectiveness Requires improvement

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

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The provision requires improvement

The childminder has not informed Ofsted of a household member turning 16. This is a breach of the requirements. The childminder creates a welcoming, calm environment, where the children feel at home. She understands the children's individual emotional needs. The childminder provides additional reassurance and adapts her way of working to ensure she caters for the needs of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

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The provision requires improvement

Children form positive, trusting relationships with the childminder and with each other. The childminder supports them well to play together and recognises when they are not yet ready to share. She acts quickly to avoid conflict and helps children stay focused. For example, when children want the same toy, she provides extra buggies and baby dolls. This allows children to stay calm and continue their play in a positive way.

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The provision requires improvement

Children engage in hands-on, real-life learning experiences, such as caring for tadpoles, observing worms and growing strawberries. These activities promote curiosity and help children develop care and respect for living things. The childminder uses books purposefully to extend learning and build on children's interests. For example, she links the story 'Superworm' to their exploration of worms in the garden, deepening their understanding through meaningful connections. The childminder helps children understand stories by reading with expression, repeating key words and pausing to let them join in. Through stories and regular discussions, children grow in confidence, learn new words and become better at talking and listening.

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need to do better?

n The childminder does not have a good enough knowledge and understanding of which notifications she must report to Ofsted. She is unaware that Ofsted is responsible for checking the suitability of every person aged 16 and over who is living in her home. As a result, she failed to notify when a member of the household turned 16 years of age. This is a breach of the requirements. That said, the childminder does have some suitability checks in place, and the household member does not work directly with the children. Consequently, this somewhat lessens the impact on the children's safety and welfare. However, notifying Ofsted about all household members over the age of 16 remains essential for compliance. n The childminder shows a secure understanding of the prime areas of learning. She provides a well-organised environment with hands-on experiences that match children's developmental stages and interests. For example, the

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need to do better?

childminder encourages exploration in the vegetable patch, where children enjoy

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need to do better?

23 June 2025 digging and getting messy, promoting sensory play and curiosity. The childminder confidently describes what children do and enjoy but does not always clearly link activities to specific learning intentions. As a result, connections between experiences and learning goals are not consistently explained. While children benefit from engaging opportunities, the childminder does not always show how these support progress or curriculum aims. n The childminder promotes positive behaviour through clear expectations, warm encouragement and consistent routines. She supports children to listen, follow instructions and manage their behaviour confidently. For example, when a child runs ahead during the walk to school, the childminder calmly gains their attention by using their names, reminds them to wait. and praises them for listening well. She encourages respectful peer interactions and models positive

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language during play. The childminder supports growing independence, encouraging children to put on their shoes and prepare snacks. She scaffolds tasks so children can succeed and persevere, offering help only when needed. The childminder sensitively meets care needs while promoting self-care where appropriate, helping children feel capable and secure in their environment. n The childminder builds strong relationships with the children by checking on their well-being. She supports healthy and active lifestyles by giving children time to play outside and reminding them to drink water. The childminder uses 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar' story and pictures to teach children about healthy foods. However, she does not explain why some foods are healthier than others. This means children cannot use this information to make healthy choices. n The childminder is well known locally and shares information with schools to

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help children transition smoothly. Parents highly recommend her for providing quality care. They receive guidance on healthy eating and the activities children engage in. Parents say their children benefit from the childminder's home-from- home environment and attending local playgroups, which include social activities like sports days and parties. Overall, parents praise the childminder's service. n The childminder responds thoughtfully to children's needs. She recognises the importance of identifying children with SEND and working with other agencies to support them. This helps children to make the progress they are capable of from their starting points.

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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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Due date

improve understanding of what changes and information must be notified to Ofsted. 30/07/2025

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should:

n strengthen knowledge of the curriculum so that activities have a clear learning intention n develop children's understanding of how healthy food choices can positively impact their bodies and teeth.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY243484 Local authority Coventry Inspection number 10399494 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 11 Date of previous inspection 4 December 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1995 and lives in Coventry. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She provides funded early education for all eligible children.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum had been implemented and the impact that this had on children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n Children spoke with the inspector during the inspection. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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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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23 June 2025 23 June 2025 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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