Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 March 2015 12 October 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 is well organised and prepares effectively to meet the individual needs of the child. She has a very good understanding of how to keep children safe and healthy.  Children are secure and form strong attachments with the childminder. They are independent, curious learners who display a strong sense of belonging.  The childminder has established close working partnerships with parents, which provides children with consistency and continuity in their learning and development.  The childminder has good knowledge of the learning and development requirements and uses good systems for observing, assessing and planning for children's needs.  The childminder maintains a comprehensive range of policies, procedures and records that underpin her practice to safeguard children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children's independent play is not as well promoted when they choose to play and learn outdoors in the garden.

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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

 extend opportunities for independent play to the outdoor area, for example, by providing a wider range of open-ended resources and activities for children to investigate in the garden.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at evidence of suitability and qualifications of the childminder and her self-evaluation and improvement plan.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, learning journeys and planning documentation, and a selection of policies and children's records.  The inspector took account of the views of parents and carers from information included in the childminder's own parent information and communication books.

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who attend. This is good

Children participate in purposeful play and exploration. Children are very confident and comfortable with the childminder as they choose activities from a variety of resources presented at child level. The childminder observes and assesses children's progress, and uses this information to identify the next steps in their learning. Children develop an awareness of numbers, shapes and colours through their play. For example, as they make cards for Easter the childminder names the different shapes and colours of the glitter and paper they are using. Young children show their delight in exploring simple man-made equipment, promoting their awareness of technology. They press and push buttons and turn equipment on and off. Children's physical development is encouraged through a variety of activities and experiences as they visit local parks and stay-and-play activities. However, children's independent play is not as well promoted when they choose to play

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good

The childminder provides a consistent routine between the home and her care, and is attentive to children's interests and needs. Children benefit from the individual attention given to them by the childminder. They develop positive relationships with her and they feel safe and secure. The childminder models good behaviour and focuses on children's positive actions with lots of praise and attention. The childminder encourages children's independence when preparing for and eating their snacks and meals, and as they make choices in their indoor activities. Consequently, children are developing essential skills and attitudes for the next stage in their learning, including school.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements, which helps her to safeguard children. She understands the importance of monitoring the quality of her provision and uses self-evaluation to reflect on areas for development. The childminder gathers the views of parents and liaises with other childminders to share good practice ideas. The childminder uses all opportunities to make links with other early years providers to promote continuity and consistency in children's learning. She invites parents regularly to share information, discuss developmental summaries and to contribute to children's individual learning. The childminder has completed mandatory qualifications and additional training that has given her a good understanding of her responsibilities to meet the care and learning needs of children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY387989 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 859075 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 12 October 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Keyworth. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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