Childminder in Derby

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 September 2015 21 October 2011

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The experienced childminder knows the children well and she often re-shapes activities to fit in with their preferences. For example, she recognises that children enjoy outside play and provides opportunities for them to continue their learning outdoors.  The environment is extremely welcoming. Children enjoy role play in the well-equipped playhouse. They benefit from realistic learning experiences, such as playing with toy cookers that simulate flames.  There are very strong partnerships with parents. The childminder and parents use similar methods to close gaps in their children's learning. There is a consistent approach to meeting children's individual needs.  Children's good health is well promoted throughout established care routines. They eat healthy meals, enjoy physical exercise and benefit from established sleep periods that are agreed with parents.  Parents are very pleased with the levels of communication, the range of activities and

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This provision is good

the care children receive. They praise the childminder for her willingness to meet their needs and commitment to their children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always recognise when children are capable of building further on their self-help skills. For example, children are not given enough opportunities to practice using cutlery when they have already mastered feeding themselves with finger foods.

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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 more opportunities for young children to extend their self-care skills when they are ready.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at those parts of the childminder's home used for the care of children.  The inspector observed teaching and learning activities indoors and outside.  The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at a sample of procedures and children's records.  The inspector reviewed the childminder's self-evaluation form and written feedback from parents.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has a secure understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and implements strong practice. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder consistently follows her procedures to keep children safe from harm. She maintains her professional development and takes advantage of training opportunities. She extends her knowledge and understanding of many aspects of her role and successfully improves the quality of her teaching. This is reflected in her skilful promotion of children's speech and language. The childminder regularly reviews the quality of teaching and learning, and makes changes that sustain children's good progress. She regularly monitors children's achievements and shares information with parents.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides consistently good teaching that is woven into many activities and routines. Children's learning is well promoted. There is good interaction and the childminder encourages high levels of engagement. She provides suitable challenges for children. For example, she encourages them to find animals hidden in the sand. They enjoy doing this and ask her to join in. Children know colours and recognise these in a range of contexts. The childminder skilfully asks questions and waits for children to find answers. She gives lots of praise for effort. Children are motivated to learn. They initiate many play and learning activities, and make decisions on how these should evolve. Children are active learners who are focused. The childminder creates an environment where they develop self-awareness. She is proficient at teaching and encourages children to take ownership of many aspects of their learning. The childminder makes accurate

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

assessments of children's development and plans effectively for their further learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are very well behaved and play well together. Their self-esteem is very well promoted. The childminder gives them appropriate praise. Children learn to keep themselves safe. For example, young children go down the stairs backwards and on their knees so they do not fall. Children are very interested in their surroundings. They explore the wealth of resources and keep on trying to solve problems during play. They demonstrate strong attachments to the childminder and frequently request that she joins in with their play. She responds promptly, resulting in children developing self-assurance. Children frequently attend groups. They learn to mix and share with other children from a wide range of backgrounds. They learn about other cultures and the wider world.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points and develop the skills they need for learning at nursery or school. Children develop early writing skills, enjoy stories and develop number skills. They develop good attitudes to learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY264853 Local authority Derby, City of Inspection number 848472 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 21 October 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003 and lives in Chellaston, Derbyshire. She operates all year round from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Wednesday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a recognised 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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