Childminder in Derby

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 January 2015 20 October 2008

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Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Requires improvement The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Requires improvement The setting does not meet legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision requires improvement. It is not yet good because:

 Observations and assessment procedures are not sufficiently robust to accurately identify children's next steps in their learning, to ensure they make best progress.  The procedures for monitoring children's progress lack rigour. As a result, the childminder does not always identify the gaps in children's learning to ensure each child is fully challenged and reaches their full potential.  The childminder has yet to identify areas for improvement or explore ways of improving her knowledge so that she can improve the service she offers and secure good quality care for children over time.

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It has the following strengths

 Safeguarding policies and procedures are implemented well and any risks to children are minimised effectively, which means children are protected from harm. Children's safety and well-being are a high priority. Children learn how to keep themselves safe and follow good hygienic practices.  The quality of early language teaching is good. This means children are supported well as they begin to communicate and their vocabulary is extended. Children feel valued as their voice is heard, leading to a deeper focus during activities.  Children feel comfortable and secure with the childminder, who provides a relaxed and calm environment where children enjoy making decisions about their play. They have a warm rapport with the childminder, who is responsive to their needs and supports children's emotional well-being.  Partnerships with parents and other settings children attend are well developed. There are good systems for sharing information that contribute to consistency of care for their

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 improve the assessment procedures, ensuring that each child's individual needs, interests and stage of development are accurately identified and understood, so that children's learning is always prioritised and challenging activities are provided that will support children to make good progress towards the early learning goals.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 establish an effective monitoring process so practice is consistent in helping children make best progress and any gaps in development are promptly addressed  improve the quality of the provision by establishing an effective process for self- evaluation and continuous professional development; devise a clear and successful improvement plan to demonstrate how identified areas for development will support children's achievements over time.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held discussions with the childminder and spoke to the children.  The inspector observed the childminder's interaction with the children in their play.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's assessment and planning documentation.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability and qualifications of the childminder, her documentation and policies and procedures.

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who attend. This requires improvement

The childminder has a sound understanding of how children learn through play. She supports them well and provides a range of activities to promote children's learning. She is close at hand and provides guidance as the children play. She makes good use of opportunities to promote children's communication skills well. In spite of this, teaching requires improvement because the childminder does not fully understand how to identify children's next steps in learning. This means that activities are not always linked to children's individual learning needs. Consequently, they are making steady rather than good progress. Children are active learners and freely access the activities and toys available, which enhances their independence skills. Children enjoy playing with the building bricks and large box. This promotes their handling and imaginative skills well. They listen and concentrate as the childminder reads stories. As a result, children are

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who attend. This requires improvement

acquiring some skills for their future learning. Parents are happy with their children's progress.

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good

The childminder has a friendly, welcoming and safe home. She has made good attachments with the children. This helps them to feel safe and secure and promotes their emotional well-being. The childminder provides effective settling-in sessions. She uses these times to get to know the children and finds out about their likes, dislikes and what they can do. She uses this information to help them settle. Children behave well. They are beginning to gain confidence and move around the home selecting their play, which builds their self-esteem. The childminder teaches children about safety as they play. For example, she explains about not walking on the blocks in case they fall and hurt themselves. Young children are learning good hygiene routines and about healthy lifestyles. They enjoy daily use of the garden and take part in dancing sessions to help them understand that exercise is fun. The childminder has made good links with the local

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pre-school and school, which helps prepare children when it is time to move on.

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provision requires improvement

The childminder is committed to providing a good service for children and their families, and has successfully addressed the issues raised at the last inspection. However, she does not use self-evaluation to identify her strengths and weakness. In addition, she has not improved her knowledge of childcare issues or new trends to improve her practice to benefit all children. Monitoring of children's progress is not sufficiently robust. Therefore, the childminder does not always identify where there are gaps in children's learning to ensure they make best progress. The childminder has established strong relationships with parents. She shares her policies and procedures with them so they understand the provision she provides. Effective partnerships with other settings help maintain continuity for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY368744 Local authority Derby, City of Inspection number 857912 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 20 October 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008. She operates Monday to Friday from 8am until 5.30pm all year round except for Christmas and bank and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3.

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Telephone number

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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Telephone number

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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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