Childminder in Norfolk

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 February 2015 24 November 2011

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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 develop good emotional attachments to the childminder. They are happy and settled, confidently going to her for hugs and support with activities.  The childminder provides a stimulating learning environment. Toys and resources are stored well to enable children to select for themselves, promoting their sense of belonging and independence.  Children know what is expected of them because consistent boundaries are in place. Unwanted behaviour is managed sensitively, taking into account children's age and level of understanding.  The childminder engages parents in their children's learning and development in the childminding setting and at home. This effectively supports children's achievements and progress.  The childminder understands her responsibilities to safeguard the welfare of children. She is aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse to help her recognise when children may be at risk and she knows how to report concerns.

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This provision is good

 The childminder plans an interesting and stimulating range of activities that children enjoy and reflects their interests. This effectively supports children's progress across the areas of learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always effectively promote younger children's speech and language development, to further support them to become confident communicators.  The childminder is less focused on keeping distractions to a minimum, such as turning off the television, so that children are able to concentrate fully on what they are doing.

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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 further support to children in the acquisition of their speaking skills, with regard to encouraging each child to remove their dummy from their mouth while they are talking and playing  focus more closely on keeping distractions to a minimum, such as turning off the television, so that children are able to concentrate fully on what they are doing.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the playroom.  The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at activity planning, records of children's learning and a selection of policies and records.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability and qualifications of the childminder and household members and the provider's self-evaluation form.  The inspector took account of written questionnaires from parents.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder establishes children's starting points, through discussions with parents. She observes children as they play and identifies the next steps in their learning. The childminder has started to use her assessments to plan and provide activities that supports children's progress. She completes necessary progress checks and shares her findings with parents. Children develop the skills necessary for the next stage in their learning, such as, moving on to school. They build friendships with others and play well together. The quality of teaching is good but background distractions, such as the television, cause children to lose concentration and not engage fully in activities. The childminder is actively engaged in children's play. She counts with them as they put the pretend fruit into the shopping bag and engages them in conversation. She repeats words back so children hear them pronounced correctly. However, younger children are not always encouraged to remove

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who attend. This is good

their dummy when playing and talking, to promote their speech and language skills.

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good

Children feel safe and settled in this warm and welcoming childminding setting. They build warm and trusting relationships with the childminder and develop a good sense of belonging because consistent routines are followed. This means that children know what happens next at any point in the day and their individual care routines are met. Good behaviour is praised, promoting children's self-esteem. The childminder provides children with toys and resources that supports their interests. Toys are stored to enable children to access them independently. As a result, children develop independence and the confidence to embrace new experiences. The childminder's home is safe and risk assessments are carried out. This ensures that hazards are identified and minimised. Children's good health is supported well. The childminder shares the responsibility for meeting children's dietary needs with parents. She supports children's developing

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good

awareness of eating healthily. Parents provide packed lunches.

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provision is good

The childminder is committed to providing a good quality care and learning experience for all children. Through careful evaluation of her practice, and monitoring of the quality of teaching and learning, the childminder has made considerable improvement since her last inspection. For example, she has converted her lounge into a dedicated playroom for children, providing them with a learning environment that is inviting and stimulating. Children's developmental progress is shared with parents and they are actively encouraged to remain involved in their children's learning. Written comments from parents demonstrate that they appreciate the time the childminder spends with their children and state that she is 'lovely and calm'. The childminder is aware of the importance of working in partnership with others who provide care and learning for the children. She maintains mandatory training, such as child protection, to ensure that she supports children's safety

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY336057 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 997843 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 24 November 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006. She operates all year round, from 8am to 5pm, 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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