Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13/05/2014 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: Not Applicable How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder has effective partnerships with parents, which makes a significant contribution to children's individual care, learning and development.  The childminder supports children's learning through a range of interesting and imaginative activities and effective teaching. She shares information about children's progress with other settings. As a result, children make good progress.  The childminder has good knowledge of safeguarding procedures. She is clear about the procedures should she have a concern about a child in her care. Consequently, children are kept safe.  The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the requirements of the Statutory framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage, which is backed with a selection of written policies and procedures, all of which are well organised and made available to parents. Therefore, this promotes good outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 Storage of some resources does not fully enable younger children to become independent and active learners in all possible ways.  There is scope to further challenge and extend children's learning through more use of open-ended questions.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are:  scheduled at least once in every inspection cycle – the current cycle ends on 31 July

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Information about this inspection

 scheduled more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  scheduled at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities, spoke with the childminder and interacted with children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records and planning documentation.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability and qualifications of the childminder.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector took account of the views of parents and carers as discussed with the childminder.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 2013 and is on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her husband and two children, aged three and nine years, in the Netherfield area of Nottingham. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding. There are toilet facilities on the ground floor accessible to children. The childminder attends a toddler group and activities in the local community. She visits the shops and park on a regular basis. She collects children from the local school. There are currently three children on roll, two of whom are in the early years age group and attend for a variety of sessions. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 enhance the organisation of the range of resources accessible for younger children to further support them in becoming independent and active learners

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 increase the use of open-ended questions to promote children's critical thinking skills.

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who attend

The childminder supports young children well to help them explore and investigate their learning environment. She has a clear understanding of how children at this age develop and what each child's individual learning needs are. The childminder carefully observes and assesses children to understand what stage they are at and routinely uses these assessments to plan activities. This means children learn through purposeful planned activities. Overall, the assessment systems work well. Records of children's learning clearly show how they make progress in key areas of learning. Parents contribute their comments and observations from home in order to help the childminder to accurately assess individual children. This ensures that she has a broad picture of children's progress and enables the childminder to identify clear areas to focus on next. The childminder has secure systems in place to carry out the progress check at age two.

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who attend

Children learn through play and exploration. The childminder spends the majority of her time seated on the floor with children, which enables her to interact with young children at their level and support their personal and social skills. She provides them with a varied range of sensory play experiences and gives good quality support. For instance, they enjoy exploring dough, paint and collage materials. This provides children with good opportunities to use their senses to explore and experiment. The childminder supports children's listening skills by providing musical instruments, singing along to rhymes and encouraging children to join in action songs. They have access to a wide range of books, which they access independently and also enjoy looking at with the childminder. This enhances children's early literacy skills and provides them with opportunities to see pictures and learn about the wider world.

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who attend

The childminder is actively involved in children's play and generally uses good teaching methods. She interacts well with them and this supports children's progress in their communication and language development. For instance, she repeats words and provides a running commentary in play so that young children extend their vocabulary. Therefore, she encourages children to have the confidence to engage in conversations with other children and adults. The childminder introduces new vocabulary and models language for children but there is scope to extend the use of open-ended questioning to enhance children's critical thinking skills even more. Overall, children's good progress across the seven areas of learning means they have the necessary skills needed for the next stage in their learning, including readiness for pre-school and school.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder develops close relationships with the children and understands their individual needs well. Children are happy and secure in the childminder's care, which effectively supports their physical and emotional well-being. Very young children respond to the childminder's facial expressions, enjoying appropriate cuddles and close contact during quiet times, such as when they are about to go down for a sleep. The childminder supervises children closely, instinctively recognising when they need a snack or a drink. Parents feel well informed and confident in the childminder's care of their children. The childminder communicates well with them to share children's care routines and daily activities. As a result, partnerships with parents are good and secure bonds are formed with the children. This ensures children are emotionally prepared for any changes, such as when they move on to a new setting or school.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children have good opportunities to develop their physical skills. They benefit from fresh air and exercise while walking to and from activities and during trips to the park. They play in the garden, and visit local groups with the childminder where they play with other children and develop their social skills. Children behave well. The childminder acts as a good role model, in line with her behaviour management policy. She speaks quietly to the children and is calm and gentle in her approach. Children are given clear and consistent messages about learning to share, taking turns and being kind to one another. This helps the children to form positive relationships with those around them.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children develop a good understanding of a healthy lifestyle. The childminder encourages them to make healthy choices, such as having fruit rather than biscuits and ensures drinks are freely accessible. Children are learning to think about their own safety because the childminder talks to them about keeping themselves safe as they play. The childminder teaches children safe handling of equipment and through the practising of the fire drill, how to evacuate the premises quickly. This helps them learn what to do in the event of a fire. All areas used by the children are well presented, clean and inviting. The childminder makes good use of the learning environment, as both inside and outside areas are well utilised. Children have access to a wide range of resources, however, some of these are currently stored out of children's reach. This does not fully enable younger children to be independent in making choices about their own play and learning.

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provision

The childminder has a sound knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements and maintains all required documentation that helps support children's safety and welfare. She is clear about her responsibility to safeguard children and knows what she must do if she has any concerns about a child's welfare. All adults living within the home have been vetted by Ofsted. Comprehensive policies and procedures help ensure that parents also understand the duty of the childminder to protect children.

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provision

The childminder efficiently implements and monitors the educational programmes to ensure children make good progress. She ensures that her practice is fully inclusive to support the needs of children who attend the setting. The childminder has attended all relevant training and is establishing systems of self-reflection, which clearly include the views of parents and children. Future training is planned, in order to improve learning outcomes for children and ensure their overall welfare, care and learning needs are given high priority.

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provision

Comprehensive details are gathered about the children and parental consents are obtained to ensure children are cared for according to their parents' wishes. The childminder establishes very open, positive and trusting partnerships with parents. She promotes regular discussions with them, to ensure children's individual needs are met and to promote continuity of care. Comments from parents are very positive about the care children receive. The childminder understands the importance of working in partnerships with external agencies and other settings to support children's learning and development. This demonstrates the childminder's firm commitment towards continuous improvement and working in partnership. Overall, a good overview of the practice is maintained to ensure children progress to the early learning goals in readiness for school.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Requires improvement The provision is not giving children a good standard of early years education and/or there are minor breaches of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be monitored and inspected within twelve months of the date of this inspection. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement action. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of

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Grade Judgement Description

the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be monitored and inspected again within six months of the date of this inspection. Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY468235 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 942691 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection not applicable

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk.

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

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Type of provision

Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises, which are usually the childminder’s own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Type of provision

Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

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