Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 June 2015 24 September 2010

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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 children have a good rapport with the childminder because she is kind, caring and knows them well. As a result, children form secure attachments and feel safe, which has a positive impact on their emotional well-being.  Children are provided with opportunities to create their own play from accessible resources. This is balanced by adult-led activities, which adds structure to children's learning. As a result, children are motivated to learn.  Children are provided with a stimulating educational programme that is directly linked to their next steps in learning. As a result, children are supported to make progress in their development.  The childminder is well qualified and this has a positive impact on children's learning and development opportunities. Consequently, children's learning and development is being extended through first-hand experiences and play.  The childminder has a good awareness of the signs and symptoms, which would alert

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always find ways to help parents support their child's learning at home.  The childminder does not fully promote children's literacy development during everyday routines and activities.

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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 partnerships with parents to help them support their child's learning at home, for example, by sharing ideas about activities  extend children's literacy development further, for example, by providing them with more opportunities to see print in the environment, such as, words, signs and name cards in children's play areas.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities, both indoors and outdoors, and the interaction and learning between the childminder and children.  The inspector took into account the written comments from parents.  The inspector looked at evidence of the childminder's qualifications, and the suitability of the childminder and other adults in the household. She also looked at a selection of policies and procedures, including safeguarding, and discussed risk assessments and the childminder's self-evaluation process.  The inspector had a tour of the areas used for childminding.

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who attend. This is good

Children are making good progress in their learning and development. This is because the childminder understands how to support learning and development and when to join in and extend children's play. As a result, children are motivated and interested to learn. Children are confident and active learners. They listen, concentrate and become engaged in planned activities. For example, children eagerly plant sunflower seeds, explore the texture of soil and learn about plants. This activity ignites their interest, enthuses them and leads on to other learning opportunities. As a result, children are acquiring the key skills for future learning. Children have access to a large selection of resources to explore and enjoy independently. However, the childminder does not always find other ways to help children develop their early reading skills. This is because they have do not have enough opportunities to see words written down.

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good

The childminder knows children well and is able to meet their individual needs. She finds out about their likes, dislikes and capabilities before they start. This helps children to settle quickly and move from home to the setting with ease. Furthermore, she helps children with their move to pre-school by planning specific activities to help children develop their skills and independence. For example, children join in circle time, which helps to promote their listening and attention skills. The childminder teaches children about healthy lifestyles and they enjoy wholesome meals, daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. This contributes to children's good health. The childminder supports children with clear age-appropriate rules for behaviour. Consequently, children are well behaved and caring towards each other.

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provision is good

Children play in a safe, secure environment because clear risk assessments are used effectively. This helps to ensure that risks are minimised and children are kept safe. The childminder has successfully completed the recommendations from the previous inspection, which demonstrates a commitment to improve. The childminder has an excellent understanding of how children learn and develop. This is reflected in her teaching skills, planning and assessments. As a result, all children are making good progress in relation to their starting points. Observations and assessments are accurately completed, ensuring that children's progress is monitored, and any difficulties with learning are identified early. However, the childminder does not always share information with parents about how they can further support their children's learning at home.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY404667 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 850586 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 24 September 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010. She lives in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for two weeks at Christmas and family holidays. The childminder holds an 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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