Stevenson, Nicola Diane

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 February 2015 16 March 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of her responsibilities with regard to safeguarding and child protection. As a result, the safety and well-being of children are actively promoted.  The childminder mainly uses effective teaching methods to encourage and plan for children's ongoing learning. Consequently, children make good progress.  Effective partnerships are in place with parents and other settings children attend, in order to support continuity of children's care and learning.  Children are valued as unique individuals and inclusive practice happens instinctively. This promotes children's emotional well-being and sense of security exceptionally well. Older children become confident and very independent learners, showing respect and consideration for others.  The childminder plays alongside children, showing them how to play harmoniously together by sharing and taking turns.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always effectively support toddlers to extend their vocabulary.  The childminder does not always consider how the implementation of a more astute and targeted programme of professional development can enhance the already good- quality service.

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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

 provide more opportunities for toddlers to repeat simple words and phrases, in order to extend their range of vocabulary  enhance the current arrangements for professional development to ensure an astute and targeted programme for continued improvement is implemented.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector checked the childminder's suitability, qualifications and her policies and procedures.  The inspector observed activities, spoke with the childminder and interacted with children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records and planning documentation.  The inspector took account of the views of parents.  The inspector observed parts of the home used by children.

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who attend. This is good

Children develop independence as they access a varied range of toys and activities set out for them by the childminder. These reflect their known interests and offer challenge to the different ages and abilities of children. The childminder is actively involved in the children's play and generally uses good teaching methods, meaning that they develop suitable skills in preparation for their next stage in learning, including school. Children's early literacy skills are supported through the provision of a wide range of books. The childminder talks to, and questions, older children. She encourages their responses and widens their vocabulary. However, she does not always support and extend toddler's developing vocabulary equally well, to help them repeat and recall simple words and phrases.

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good

The childminder works extremely hard to ensure children and parents feel comfortable in her home. Children are given the time and space to explore their new surroundings, and so they settle well. This successfully builds their self-esteem and feeling of security. The childminder knows children well and is caring and sensitive to their individual needs. She recognises children's achievements and provides plenty of praise. As a result, children are confident and self-assured. The childminder promotes children's awareness of healthy routines. For example, they understand that they must wash their hands after using the toilet. The childminder encourages children to be independent; for example, younger children feed themselves finger foods and are assisted to use a spoon.

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provision is good

The childminder regularly evaluates her practice. She has successfully addressed the recommendations from her previous inspection, which reflects her commitment to continual improvement. Her knowledge of the learning and development requirements has been developed to ensure children make good progress overall. She makes use of effective methods to observe and assess, and to plan for children's continuing development. The childminder has kept up to date with mandatory training, such as paediatric first aid. However, she does not always consider how the implementation of a more targeted programme of professional development can enhance even further the already good-quality service she offers.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 252840 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 866660 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 16 March 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was first registered in 1993. She lives in Balderton. Her provision operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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