Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 March 2015 9 October 2014

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Previous inspection: Inadequate 4 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 Requires improvement 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:

 The childminder does not have a sufficient understanding of the requirement to ensure that written parental consent is gained prior to any administration of medicine to a child. Therefore, children's safety and well-being are not fully supported.  The systems for self-evaluation are not fully developed, in order to provide an accurate reflection of strengths and weaknesses and ensure that improvement plans are effectively implemented.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder aspires to improve and has raised the quality of some aspects of her provision. For example, she has addressed the actions and recommendation raised at her previous inspection. This has had some positive impact on children's learning and development and safety.  Children enjoy positive relationships with the childminder. They enjoy her cuddles and smile and laugh with delight as she interacts with them.  The childminder forges adequate relationships with parents and other providers to ensure there is continuity of care and learning opportunities.  The childminder is a good role model to children. She is polite, courteous and praises their achievements. As a result, they are well behaved.  Children can freely access toys and equipment, which are relevant to their stages of development. This promotes their independent learning and means they are happily engaged, as they make some meaningful choices and lead their own play.

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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

 ensure that where any medication is administered to a child, prior written permission for that particular medication has been obtained from the child's parent and/or carer.

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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

 improve the process for self-evaluation, so that weaknesses are swiftly identified and precise action can be taken to prioritise areas for further improvement.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 maintain records of any medication administered to any child who is cared for on the premises, together with a record of a parent/guardian/carer's consent (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  maintain records of any medication administered to any child who is cared for on the premises, together with a record of a parent/guardian/carer's consent (voluntary part of the Childcare Register).

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's records, planning documentation and a selection of policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members over 16 years and checked the qualifications of the childminder.

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who attend. This requires improvement

The childminder has increased her understanding of the learning and development requirements in the Early Years Foundation Stage since the last inspection. She now makes suitable observations of children's development. She uses these to assess children's progress and identify their next steps in learning in order for them to move forward. This is all in the very early stages of development and children are now making better progress. The childminder plays with the children and supports their learning, for example, for the younger children who are learning to move about. She places the toys just out of their reach in order for the children to stretch out or move to get the toy. The childminder offers praise when they obtain the toy. They smile at the childminder and know they have done well. Older children enjoy rolling a ball to knock the skittles down and get very excited. The childminder takes children to play sessions where they can develop their

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who attend. This requires improvement

social skills as they interact in larger groups. She talks to children as they play, which supports their communication and language skills. The childminder supports children's mathematical awareness by encouraging them to count objects that interest them in the environment. Therefore, they are developing some of the skills required for the next stage in their learning.

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requires improvement

Children settle quickly and develop a secure bond with the childminder when they first start. This is because she finds out about their likes and dislikes from their parents. The childminder teaches children social skills, such as sharing by taking turns. For example, she provides explanations for children about why taking turns is important and plays simple games, such as taking turns to roll a ball as they play skittles. She praises children for their successes, such as when they knock the skittles over with their good rolling, which raises their self-esteem. Children are provided with healthy snacks and meals, with opportunities to develop their independence and self-care skills at these times. The childminder maintains some appropriate records to ensure the safety of the children. However, she does not gain prior written consent from parents before administering medication. This places children at risk of harm.

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provision requires improvement

The childminder has attended recent safeguarding training and, subsequently, understands the signs that might suggest a child is being abused, and she is clear about how to respond. This helps to keep children safe. The childminder demonstrates a suitable knowledge of the procedures to follow should an allegation be made against herself or a member of her family. She holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3, which gives her some knowledge of how children learn. The childminder now monitors the progress children make, but this is in the early stages of development. She has not yet started to evaluate what she provides. As a result, she has not begun to identify and address the areas of weakness in her practice.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY337737 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 995273 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 9 October 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007 and lives in the village of Collingham, near Newark. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a recognised childcare 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

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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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