Childminder EY540287

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 and her assistants are warm and nurturing to all children. Children readily accept cuddles and comfort, and this promotes their feelings of security. Children select their favourite resources, and the childminder settles at the children's level to play. Children demonstrate high levels of confidence. They are eager to talk to visitors and show them what they can do.

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The provision is good

Children benefit from a good balance of adult-led and child-initiated play. This helps them to develop independence and confidence. The childminder regularly rotates activities to help children remain curious and eager to explore. Children have access to an extensive outdoor area that is purposefully set up to support children's learning and development. Children receive meaningful learning that supports their development in the prime areas. The childminder understands how to seek suitable support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). She works closely with other professionals and parents to provide activities that support children well. The childminder has a good understanding of children's needs and is keen to increase her knowledge of understanding how best to support children with SEND. This helps to ensure that all children make good progress from their starting

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need to do better?

n The childminder engages in continuous professional development. She completes relevant courses to increase her skills in supporting children. The childminder supports her assistants to complete training to enhance their understanding of childcare. This supports children's learning outcomes. The childminder reflects on her practice and is keen to continually improve her setting. She has recently engaged with a variety of training opportunities and is now implementing new knowledge into her practice. n Parents report positively on their children's experiences. The childminder works closely with parents and regularly requests feedback. Parents comment on how they feel well supported. They are happy with the information they receive about children's daily activities and general care practices. They feel their children make good progress and that they are well informed about their children's overall development. This helps with continuity of learning.

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n The childminder is vigilant regarding children's safety. She deploys her assistants effectively, ensuring that children are always supervised when eating and when sitting in high chairs. This supports children's safety and well-being. n Children behave in an age-appropriate way and respond positively to the praise and encouragement they receive throughout the day. The childminder encourages children to display positive attitudes and friendly behaviours to others. For instance, she promotes turn taking and sharing the toys and

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25 September 2025 resources. This helps children to learn the behaviours expected of them, which will prepare them well for moving on to school. n The childminder promotes healthy choices. She ensures that packed lunches adhere to healthy eating guidance and shares information with parents on a regular basis. Children are offered fresh fruit for breakfast. Children have independent access to water throughout the day and are reminded to stay hydrated. This helps to embed good healthy-eating habits. n The childminder knows children well and regularly assesses their learning to monitor their progress. The childminder identifies any gaps in learning and ensures that children's planned next steps are clear. She shares these with parents to help children continue learning at home. However, she does not always incorporate these next steps into everyday routines and activities, which reduces opportunities for children to make even better progress in their learning

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and development. n The childminder identifies communication and language as a key area of focus in her setting. She responds to children warmly, talking to children and giving commentary on what they are doing. The childminder asks children questions and encourages them to practise new words as they join in with activities. However, she does not support children to develop their ideas further. This prevents children from extending their developing thinking skills even further.

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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 extend communication and language strategies to challenge and extend children's thinking n tailor planning more precisely to incorporate children's next steps consistently into daily routines and activities, building on their abilities during play.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY540287 Local authority Solihull Inspection number 10398479 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 10 Number of children on roll 15 Date of previous inspection 24 October 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in May 2019 and lives in Solihull, West Midlands. She operates her provision all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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 the inspector discussed how the childminder organises her early years provision, including the aims and rationale for her curriculum. n The children spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector talked to staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this is having on the children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

25 September 2025 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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25 September 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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