Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 July 2015 30 January 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Inadequate 4 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 made significant improvements since her last inspection.  The childminder knows the children well. She skilfully follows their interests to ensure that the activities provided enthuse children in their play and learning.  Children develop good relationships with the childminder and her assistant. They both support children's emotional well-being as they are kind and responsive to children's needs. Children demonstrate that they feel safe and secure in the environment as they happily and confidently engage in their play activities.  The childminder has built good relationships with parents. Regular exchanges of information mean that parents are kept well informed of their children's development. Therefore, they can effectively extend their children's learning at home.  The childminder has a good knowledge about children's learning and development. Therefore, she provides children with a range of well-thought-out activities that

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This provision is good

motivate and engage them in their play. This means that children make good progress in their learning and development.  Children are kept safe because the childminder has a good understanding of how to protect them from harm. The childminder successfully identifies and minimises potential risks to children. She has completed safeguarding training, and both she and one of her assistants are qualified in paediatric first aid.  Children's behaviour is good because the childminder and her assistant are good role models. They consistently use praise when children behave well, and remind them of the rules and boundaries.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not provide consistent opportunities for children to learn about similarities and differences within communities, including learning about disabilities and cultural differences.

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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

 help children to gain a better understanding of similarities and differences with regard to communities, traditions and disabilities.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the areas used for childminding and accompanied children on their visit to the local park.  The inspector spoke with the childminder, her assistant and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector observed the childminder and her assistant engage in a range of learning activities, play and daily care routines with children.  The inspector looked at children's records, planning documentation, the childminder's self-evaluation form and a selection of policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of household members over 16 years, and the childminder and her assistants qualifications.  The inspector took account of the views of parents and carers from the recent satisfaction survey.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder's teaching is effective as she has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder provides a homely learning environment for the children in her care where they can play and develop. Children are active learners and make choices about what they want to play with. Children's communication skills are promoted well by the childminder, as she talks to them constantly about what they are doing. The childminder and her assistant's active use of observation and planning supports children in their learning and development. This means children make effective progress and are motivated to learn. The childminder has a good range of toys and resources. However, she does not provide enough opportunities for children to learn about similarities and differences, particularly with regard to disabilities and culture.

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good

The childminder works in partnership with parents to help children settle in and to maintain their well-being. She regularly takes children out into the local community. They enjoy playing in the park, which helps develop their physical skills. The childminder and her assistant recognises children's achievements, by giving regular praise to build self- esteem and confidence. The childminder promotes children's awareness of healthy lifestyles through a healthy diet and by promoting good hygiene. Children are building their independence skills in readiness for school. They are able to go to the toilet independently and carry out manageable tasks. Children learn about keeping themselves safe in the sun, as the childminder talks to them about why they are putting on sun cream and a hat when going into the garden.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She maintains the required documentation and records to support the safe and efficient management of the setting. Since her last inspection, she has developed effective systems for using observations and assessments of children to plan for their next steps in learning. The childminder also ensures that children are provided with a balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities. These appropriately challenge the children and promote their development across all seven areas of learning. The childminder monitors her assistants effectively and they have attended training to update their knowledge and skills. This means that the provision for children is enhanced. The childminder evaluates her setting, taking into consideration the views of parents and children. She identifies strengths and areas for further improvement, in order to refine and increase the quality of

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provision is good

her provision. The two-way flow of information about children's achievements has increased. Through the use of daily diaries, informal discussion and development meetings parents are provided with written and verbal feedback.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 252447 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 1006004 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 10 Number of children on roll 27

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 30 January 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1998. She lives in Beeston and works with two assistants. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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