Davies, Jayne Elizabeth

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 July 2015 16 December 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 childminder effectively plans activities according to children's interests, learning styles and what they need to learn next. This includes a variety of interesting outings. As a result, children develop confidence that helps them when they move on to other settings and in preparation for school.  The childminder provides consistently good support to help children to develop an understanding of good health and hygiene. As an experienced healthcare professional, she makes very good use of her knowledge to give children clear and useful explanations. She skilfully uses additional resources to overcome any reluctance children may have about routines, such as handwashing.  The childminder makes very effective use of her premises. The well-organised indoor and outdoor environment provides children with space to play independently and a good variety of resources.  The childminder is a reflective practitioner. She makes good use of information she

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This provision is good

gathers through frequent training events and attending networking meetings with other childcare professionals.  The childminder has a very good understanding of safeguarding issues. She has a wealth of experience, and is, therefore, very confident in identifying signs or indicators of abuse. She is very clear on the procedures to follow if she has any concerns.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always fully support children to think and respond during discussions.  It is not always clear how areas for improvement will specifically support children's progress in their learning and development.

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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

 provide consistently good quality opportunities for children to develop their own narratives and explanations by helping them to think and connect ideas and events  make even better use of action planning, so that areas for improvement clearly support children's achievements over time.

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Inspection activities

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

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who attend. This is good

The childminder stimulates children's interests through the variety of activities offered and, as a result, children display enthusiasm for learning. For example, children love looking for insects in the garden. As they look for ants and bees the childminder helps them to understand how to care for living things. The childminder constantly talks to children during play and reminds them of previous activities to reinforce their learning. However, on occasions, she rushes children to answer. This is because she sometimes repeats the question without giving children sufficient time to think and make connections in their learning before they respond. The childminder works well with parents and carers as soon as children start. This means that she knows what early support children need in their learning. The childminder continues to regularly share information about children's learning. She gives useful examples of things that parents and carers can do at home, so

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who attend. This is good

that they work together to support children's learning. Parents and carers say how useful this information is.

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good

The childminder places a high importance on helping children to feel comfortable and to settle in the environment. For example, new children visit the childminder when she is on her own, so that they get used to being with her before they meet the other children. The childminder provides useful daily communication to keep parents and carers up to date with their child's needs. Children learn about the rules from an early age, through clear explanations and discussions. This ensures that children develop a good understanding of how to stay safe. Children's independence is very well supported by the organisation of the space and resources. They thoroughly enjoy deciding where they are going to play and which toys they will play with. As a result, they can occupy themselves for long periods of time. Children develop very good self-care skills through the effective support provided. For example, they ably cut up their own fruit for a snack and put on their shoes

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provision is good

The childminder effectively implements all the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder is proactive in making contact with other settings that children attend, so that she can share relevant information to support their learning. The childminder constantly checks that children are making progress in their learning, so that she can provide additional support if needed. The childminder continually encourages parents and carers to provide feedback on her service, and any issues are acted upon. Parents and carers say that they can see how well their children are developing as a result of the childminder's careful support. The childminder identifies relevant areas for improvement that will develop her practice. However, she does not always consider how well planned improvements reflect the needs, aptitudes and interests of the children she cares for.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY388632 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 859126 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 16 December 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Hilton. She operates Monday to Thursday from 7.30am 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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