Childminder in Derbyshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 June 2015 29 June 2012

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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 plans a varied range of activities to support children's learning and development. She carefully observes children, to see what they can already do and where she can help them to move forward.  The childminder is very calm and relaxed. Children relate well to this and enjoy their time with her. It also encourages their positive relationships with others.  The childminder effectively promotes children's safety. She risk assesses the toys and resources to ensure that they are age appropriate. She has a good understanding of child protection issues.  The childminder makes good use of training to develop her knowledge and skills. She has completed a level 3 qualification since the last inspection. She has also attended a range of courses on different areas of practice. She uses this well to inform the range of activities for children.  The childminder is effective at reviewing her own practice and identifying where she

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder does not fully extend the learning of more-able children, if she is interacting with a group of children of varied ages.  Mealtimes are not organised well enough to make sure that all children are served at the same time and can enjoy eating together.

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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

 focus more precisely on supporting more-able children during group activities, so that they are always fully challenged, to make even better progress in their learning and development  enable children to enjoy the benefits of eating together, for example, by streamlining the organisation of mealtimes, so that the time that children have to wait for food to be prepared and served is minimised.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the dining room, kitchen and garden.  The inspector discussed the planning of activities with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records and other documentation.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of adults living on the premises and the childminder's qualifications.  The inspector discussed self-evaluation with the childminder.

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who attend. This is good

Children make good progress in their learning. The childminder gives children appropriate opportunities to initiate their own play. She joins in to support their learning. For example, when children choose books to look at, the childminder asks them questions about the pictures. She sensitively and consistently repeats words, to show the correct pronunciation, as children develop their vocabulary. Children develop their balance and coordination through a range of activities that encourage them to move around. For example, playing in the garden on the sit-and-ride toys. These activities help children to develop some of the skills they need for their future learning. However, on occasions the childminder does not fully challenge more-able children during group play. This means that sometimes their attention wanders as they are not fully engaged. The childminder gathers and shares useful information with parents and carers. She regularly discusses

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who attend. This is good

children's next steps in learning and gathers information about what children achieve at home. This means she has a complete picture about children's learning.

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good

Children learn about a healthy lifestyle through discussions, such as talking about the importance of handwashing before eating. The childminder gives good consideration when she is developing resources, according to children's interests. The mud kitchen in the garden is set up to reflect a real kitchen, where children can, for example, engage in pretend play and explore and investigate. Children develop social skills through the various outings and stay-and-play sessions they attend. This helps them build confidence as they move on to nursery or school. The childminder ensures that children's individual needs and routines are accommodated throughout the day. However, the childminder does not always effectively organise mealtimes. Sometimes children become a little frustrated as they wait for their food. Children regularly practise the evacuation procedure, so that they know what to do if there is a fire.

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provision is good

The childminder undertakes appropriate monitoring of the assistant, and makes sure they have the knowledge and skills for their role. She also checks on the progress children make, to ensure they are moving forward appropriately in their learning. The childminder has a suitable understanding of how to work in partnership with other settings that children attend. She has positive partnerships with parents and carers. They are very complimentary. They say they are thrilled with the service and that the childminder provides a home-from-home environment.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY437013 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 853811 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 12

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 29 June 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Burton-on-Trent. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder regularly works alongside another registered childminder and occasionally works with an assistant.

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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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