Childminder in Norfolk

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 February 2015 14 January 2010

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 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

 Children's literacy develops effectively as the childminder reads with them daily, uses books within activities to help them understand they are a source of information, and takes them to the library where they choose books to read and take home.  Children learn to communicate and gain useful social skills as the childminder interacts with them in a warm, responsive way and takes them out and about where they meet new children and adults and experience different activities and environments.  Children play and learn in a safe, welcoming environment and in the care of a child- focussed practitioner who knows them, their families and their specific needs well. They feel valued and develop a strong sense of belonging.  The childminder keeps her understanding of how to promote the safety and welfare of children in her care current through training and her own research. Her practice, procedures and the environment promote children's overall well-being.

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This provision is good

 Parents value the childminder's flexibility and how well she keeps them informed about their children's progress through the monthly newsletter they get about what their child is doing.  Children are relaxed, active learners who are offered time and space to develop their play. The childminder supports their imagination and ideas, joining in when invited or if they need any help.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although the childminder considers school related topics within activities she provides, she is unaware of how the local school teaches phonics or pre-reading skills. This lessens the consistency children experience in their learning.  Children are offered too few opportunities to learn about the cultures or traditions of other children attending or different nationalities living locally.

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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

 make better use of opportunities to share information with schools children attend, in order to provide an even more joint approach to children's learning  develop the opportunities for children to learn about those different from themselves further, with particular reference to helping them learn about other children attending or nationalities living locally.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the indoor areas used by children and discussed arrangements for outdoor play with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children present at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of parental opinion through written feedback provided.  The inspector looked at children's observation and assessment records, the register of attendance and children's records.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all those living within the home, the childminder's training and her self-evaluation evidence.

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who attend. This is good

Children have fun as they take part in activities that promote their learning in all areas of development. The childminder observes and assesses how they enjoy playing best and considers the success of activities offered. She uses this information to plan stimulating activities related to children's interests and next steps in learning. Children become deeply immersed in their learning as they use play dough, creating pizzas for the childminder, visitors and for 'fairies'. Their language develops as the childminder teaches them words, such as 'bigger' and 'smaller' and asks what flavour their pizza is. Young children are supported to develop their understanding of numbers as they learn to count. They think carefully before picking up the correct amount of buttons, flags or counters to place on the corresponding numeral. Spinning toys inspire children to create their own colourful windmill, before going outside to watch it rotate in the wind. The childminder helps

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who attend. This is good

children learn about festivals celebrated around the world. The traditions and cultural backgrounds of children attending, or other nationalities living locally, are less effectively covered.

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good

Children settle easily into the childminder's care as she is calm, gentle and caring. The warm, homely environment helps children feel relaxed and, together with the security the childminder provides, safe and welcome. The childminder gains all necessary information from parents as children start to promote their welfare, learning and development. Children's specific needs are carefully considered. As they settle in, the childminder reassures parents by sending them texts and emails. The childminder is a positive role model who teaches children to share, take turns and manage unwanted feelings. A healthy lifestyle is promoted as children learn self-care and good hygiene routines. They shop for ingredients to cook healthy recipes and grow their own fresh produce. Children spend time in the fresh air daily and learn about their local area as they post letters and visit the library and park, where they feed the ducks.

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provision is good

The childminder safeguards children well. She is aware of the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about a child in her care. Risk assessments ensure that the home is safe and children can explore and investigate confidently. There is good capacity for continuous improvement as the childminder successfully evaluates the service she provides. Since her last inspection she has made resources more accessible to children and she plans to enhance the outdoor area, once the garden is usable again. The childminder has completed training to further improve her practice and keep children safe. Parents feel reassured, saying their children enjoy their time and are happy with this 'brilliant childminder'. Partnerships exist with other providers, though they are less successful with the school in providing children with a fully consistent experience.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY316856 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 878027 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 January 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Kings Lynn, Norfolk. She operates all year round, from 7am 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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