Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 May 2015 11 December 2008

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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 developed positive relationships with parents that thoroughly support continuity of children's care, and learning and development. This means children are extremely happy and secure in the childminder's home.  Children are making good progress towards the early learning goals in readiness for school. This is because the childminder knows that children learn through play and first-hand experiences. Children are motivated to learn because the childminder provides them with a wide range of stimulating activities, both indoors and outdoors.  The childminder and her assistant are very good at encouraging children to carry out everyday tasks themselves, and take appropriate risks. For example, the assistant waits patiently behind toddlers as they climb the steps. Consequently, they are very willing to try new things, and are independent and confident learners.  The childminder and her assistant have a sound knowledge of child protection

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This provision is good

procedures. As a result, children are protected and kept safe from harm.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder she does not always give children enough time to respond to her questions before she repeats them or asks another.

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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

 strengthen children's already good thinking and language skills, for example, by giving them more time to process their thoughts and respond to questions.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas used by the children.  The inspector spoke to the childminder, her assistant and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took into account the views of parents from their written comments.  The inspector looked at children's records and the childminder's policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and her household.

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who attend. This is good

Children are motivated to learn and are making good progress,as they can independently access a range of stimulating activities, planned around their interests. The childminder makes good use of her spacious, well-resourced garden to engage children who prefer to be outdoors. Children and toddlers are engaged for long periods of time, filling old wellington boots with compost. The childminder plays alongside them, showing them how to do things, and giving them praise and encouragement. She extends toddler's language skills as she talks to them about what they are doing. However, she sometimes repeats questions or asks another before they have time to think and respond. Therefore, this does not consistently support children's already good language and thinking skills. The childminder effectively supports parents to extend their children's learning at home. For example, she gives them potty training advice.

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good

Children feel welcome and safe in the childminder's home. They have their own coat pegs with their photographs and names above, even the youngest toddlers hang up their own coats. Children are very independent because the childminder has carefully planned the environment so they can do things for themselves. For example, they have a basket in the kitchen to put their shoes in, and toys and equipment are all accessible in the playroom. Children are developing an understanding of the importance of developing healthy lifestyles. This is because the childminder provides them with a range of healthy meals and snacks, and lots of opportunity for fresh air and exercise. The childminder takes children to groups in the local community, so they are learning to mix and get along with other children. Visits to a playgroup at a nearby school also prepare children well for their move to the school.

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provision is good

The childminder is qualified and keeps up to date with current developments by engaging in groups with other childminders, and through regular internet updates from Ofsted. This has a positive impact on children's care and learning. She makes sure her assistant receives the necessary training to carry out his role effectively. The childminder is very committed to continually improving the service she provides, so it meets the needs of all the children she cares for. For example, she is currently adding a covered area with artificial grass to her garden, in preparation for younger children starting with her. Parents say they are extremely happy with the childminder and that they thoroughly recommend her to other parents.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY330423 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 862448 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 5 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 11 December 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006. She holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3. The childminder operates all year round, from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, expect 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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