Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 September 2015 7 April 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

 Children enjoy their time in this friendly and relaxed environment. They form close bonds with the experienced childminder and her family. They show the children a great deal of affection and encouragement.  The childminder regularly undertakes observations of children and ensures assessments of their progress are completed. She tracks and monitors children's progress and identifies any areas where they may be less secure in their development. She plans activities based on their interests and next steps. Children make good progress in their learning.  Partnerships with parents are good. They contribute pertinent information towards the childminder's early assessments of children's progress. Children settle with the childminder quickly. She supports their learning, development and well-being effectively.  The childminder supports children to engage with the local community. She visits various groups where they can socialise with other children. They develop the skills and

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This provision is good

attitudes they need in preparation for the move to nursery or school.  The childminder is committed to the continuous development of her practice. She regularly accesses training and uses networking opportunities to update her knowledge and improve the quality of her teaching.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasion, the childminder interrupts children's learning unnecessarily. She does not always give them sufficient time to focus on their chosen activities.  The childminder does not always allow enough time for children to consider their thoughts or respond to questions.

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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

 give children enough time to become deeply involved in their own learning, and to complete their chosen play activities to their satisfaction  provide children with more opportunities to learn to process information and respond to questions.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector evaluated an activity with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self- evaluation and evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other adults living in the home.  The inspector took account of the views of parents by reading recently completed questionnaires.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and meets the requirements well in everyday practice. She is well qualified, professional and dedicated to her work. The childminder's skills and knowledge equip her to provide interesting and challenging activities for the children she cares for. The childminder maintains a detailed range of policies, procedures and risk assessments. These are reviewed regularly and underpin her continuing good practice. The childminder has established working relationships with other providers. She shares information and ensure that children receive continuity in their care and learning. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is fully aware of the procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child in her care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Overall, the childminder's teaching is good. She regularly assesses children's progress, and uses this information to identify children's interests and plan for their next steps in learning. The childminder interacts in a positive and enthusiastic manner with the children. She introduces age-appropriate mathematical concepts, such as number recognition and counting skills into children's everyday play. However, occasionally, the childminder interrupts children's learning because she is too eager to move them on. She does not always give them the time they need to think more deeply and finish what they are already doing. The childminder constantly talks to children as they play. She provides many opportunities for children to hear and repeat new words. However, occasionally, she does not allow sufficient opportunity for children to process their thinking and respond to questions in their own time.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a stimulating environment for children. She provides a wide range of resources and activities that are suitable for children of different ages. Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care. She is a good role model for them and their behaviour is managed well. Children benefit from regular physical exercise and fresh air. The childminder provides daily nutritious meals for them to enjoy. The childminder builds strong relationships with parents, communicating with them about their children's developments and needs. Parents speak very highly of the childminder and are happy with the care that she provides.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points while they are with the childminder. She gets to know the children she cares for very well and is dedicated to achieving positive outcomes for them all. The childminder works closely with parents and other professionals to identify and close any gaps in children's development. Children are well prepared for the next stage of their learning, such as school or pre-school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 252462 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 866624 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 7 April 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1994 and lives in Nottingham. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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Telephone number

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