Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 August 2015 28 October 2011

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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 undertaken safeguarding training. She has a sound knowledge of the signs and symptoms of abuse and the procedure to follow should she become concerned about a child. Consequently, risks to children are minimised.  Partnerships with parents are strong. There is a good two-way flow of information. The childminder keeps parents well informed about her childminding service and their children's achievements. They work collaboratively to ensure there are consistent approaches between the childminder and home, to support children's learning and development effectively.  The childminder is well qualified and consequently, provides a broad range of well- planned activities and stimulating resources that support children to make good progress in their learning.  The childminder demonstrates a natural rapport with children. She shows a good understanding of each child's individual needs. This empathetic approach ensures that

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This provision is good

children feel secure and safe with the childminder and her family.  Children are developing the skills to be ready for future learning, such as the move to school. Children make independent choices about their play, explore the learning environment and are developing good social skills.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Reflection on practice is not precise enough to identify all areas where improvements can be made, in order to raise practice to the highest level.  The childminder does not focus her professional development enough on improving the quality of her teaching in order to achieve the best possible outcomes for children's learning.

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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

 sharpen the precision of reflection on practice, in order to identify all improvements that can be made to raise the quality of the provision to the highest level  make better use of professional development opportunities that improve teaching and increase the potential for children to achieve rapid progress in their learning and development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability, qualifications and her policies and procedures.  The inspector observed activities, spoke with the childminder, and interacted with children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records and the planning documentation.  The inspector took account of the views of parents.  The inspector observed parts of the home used by children.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder knows children well and provides experiences that take account of their interests and individual learning needs. Their creative skills are promoted as they enjoy exploring a wide variety of media and natural materials. They play with sand, water and peat in the garden. Indoors they enjoy manipulating play dough and painting designs on 'sun catchers'. The childminder talks to children about the materials they are using and what they are making. Activities are effectively used to encourage children to learn about counting, shapes, colours and sizes. Children's manipulative and small-muscle skills are developed as they use supporting tools. The childminder plays alongside children, effectively promoting their early communication and language skills. For example, she asks them challenging questions to encourage them to think and introduces new words to extend their vocabulary. Children confidently use these new words in context as they

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who attend. This is good

begin to speak in more complex sentences. As a result, children are eager to learn and share their understanding of the world around them.

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good

Children are sociable and learn how to make new relationships. The childminder takes them to many local groups. A good range of different resources and activities are available each day. Children are confident and develop positive attitudes to others as they play with resources to encourage learning about differences. Children learn about the importance of good hygiene and safety practices through well-established routines. Children delight in playing outdoors and have good opportunities to learn about the natural world. The childminder uses age-appropriate strategies to manage unwanted behaviours. Therefore, children understand what is expected of them and learn to play harmoniously. As a result, they are developing skills needed for when they move on to school.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements which results in her providing a good service that meets children's needs well. Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder ensures parents are kept informed about their children's progress by means of regular communications. The childminder has a clear understanding of the progress each individual child makes in their learning and development. She accurately identifies next steps in each child's learning and provides tailored support. This ensures that all children are making good progress towards the early learning goals. The professional and enthusiastic childminder has a good commitment to continually developing her practice. She reflects on her work and looks for ways to improve her provision. However, this reflection is not precise enough to raise the quality of the provision to the highest level. The childminder attends relevant training and

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provision is good

is keen to improve her practice. However, she has not focused her professional development sharply enough on improving her teaching skills so she can help children to make rapid progress in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 252491 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 864477 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 28 October 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was first registered in 1994. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a formal childcare qualification equivalent to 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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