Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 March 2015 20 July 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 has a secure knowledge of child development and how children learn. She provides a stimulating environment for play and, as a result, children make good progress.  The childminder is fully aware of the procedures for safeguarding. Documented policies and procedures are embedded into the daily routine to ensure that children are kept safe.  Children feel comfortable with the childminder and other children. The childminder takes a positive approach, which builds on children's self-esteem, so they are emotionally ready for the next stage in learning.  The childminder provides nutritious and healthy snacks for children, supporting healthy lifestyles.  The childminder has effective partnerships with parents. Successful sharing of information between the childminder and parents means that children's care and learning needs are continuously met.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet fully established partnership working with other settings children attend to complement children's learning.  Opportunities for older children to show a sense of responsibility for the environment and resources are sometimes missed.

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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

 maximise partnerships with other settings children attend, such as nursery or school, and share purposeful information to complement children's learning so they make the best possible progress  make better use of routine opportunities to enhance older children's understanding of the importance of being responsible for their environment and resources, for example, by encouraging them to be more actively involved in tidy up time.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the areas used for childminding.  The inspector observed children during activities indoors.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records and a range of other documentation.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability and qualifications of the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to on the day and from written feedback provided.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder shows a good understanding of how to support children's learning and development. She provides an exciting range of activities in a stimulating, well-resourced and welcoming environment. This supports children's all-round development and prepares them well for the next stage of their learning. Children are well supported in developing their communication and language skills. The childminder continuously talks to the children, asking questions, introducing new words and encouraging the children to communicate what they are doing. In addition, they look at books and share stories together. The print-rich environment also supports children's increasing literacy and language skills. Children enjoy expressing themselves through music and role-play activities. The childminder skilfully supports their development as they pretend to walk on the moon with aliens. However, the childminder does not always consistently make good

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who attend. This is good

use of daily routines, such as tidy up time, to enhance older children's understanding of the importance of being responsible for their environment and resources.

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good

The childminder provides a warm and welcoming reception to children, parents and visitors. Children are happy, settled and emotionally secure. The childminder spends time with young children, babies and their families, getting to know them. She records information about children's backgrounds, experiences, individual needs and routines. Therefore, she is able to provide care tailored to their needs and family preferences. Children are effectively becoming aware of what it will be like to go to school. They collect older children from school and play with children of school age. The childminder helps young children manage their hygiene needs. She ensures they wash their hands after using the toilet and provides each child with their own towel. As a result, children are aware of how to reduce the spread of infections and protect their physical well-being. The setting promotes equality and diversity and displays images of different cultures.

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provision is good

The childminder assesses her own practice, identifying her strengths and areas for development. This provides opportunities for her to review and evaluate her provision on a regular basis. She has recently completed a relevant early years qualification at level 3. Consequently, the childminder shows good capacity for continual improvement. She meets with other local childminders on a weekly basis, where they share experiences and ideas for activities. Furthermore, she makes good use of the local playgroups. She attends a weekly playgroup and other occasional events. As a result, the children benefit from social interaction with other children. Additionally, this helps the childminder to improve her knowledge, understanding and practice. The childminder liaises well with other professionals to identify intervention strategies to support children. However, the childminder does not always maximise opportunities to share information with other

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provision is good

settings the children attend, to enhance continuity of care and learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY318699 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 862320 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 20 July 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006 and lives in Carlton, Nottingham. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. She holds an appropriate 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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