Childminder EY427563

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 February 2016 30 November 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 eagerly join in with activities and approach their play with enthusiasm. They enjoy making safe and independent choices from the activities available to them. The childminder successfully follows children's lead when joining in with their play. She provides a safe and secure environment which children are confident to explore.  The childminder has high expectations for behaviour which are appropriate for the different ages of children who attend. She manages behaviour effectively to help children develop an understanding of what is expected from them. Children are kind, friendly and are learning to take turns.  The childminder has established strong partnerships with parents and keeps them well informed of their children's achievements. She uses information from parents to help build on what children are already learning at home.  The childminder is well qualified and her commitment to professional development is

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This provision is good

good. She continually updates her skills and knowledge to improve her practice.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Information about children's individual areas of development is not always used effectively enough to sharply focus on how their achievements can be raised to outstanding levels.  The childminder does not always work closely enough with other settings that children attend, to ensure continuity in children's learning and to further enhance their progress.

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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

 make the most of what is known about individual children's progress so that specific areas of development can be targeted for more rapid progress  extend the partnerships with other childcare settings that children attend to more effectively support continuity in their learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector held a meeting with the childminder and spoke with children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  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 all household members over 16 years and checked the qualifications of the childminder and assistant.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents and carers from written references for the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of the action to take should she have any concerns about the welfare of a child in her care. She and her assistant attend relevant safeguarding training to update their knowledge. The childminder undertakes regular risk assessments. She is able to identify and minimise hazards to children, both on and off the premises, in order to keep them safe. She effectively implements a number of policies and procedures which promote children's welfare and well-being. The childminder has successfully addressed areas identified for improvement at her last inspection. She now makes better use of self-evaluation to improve her service. The childminder observes her assistant's practice and passes on her high expectations. There is a good two-way flow of information with parents.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children are cared for in a well-resourced environment and have regular access to outdoor areas. They are able to join in play experiences that support all areas of their learning and development. Children are motivated learners and spend sustained periods of time engaged in activities which are planned around their current interests. Children sit and listen to a story about a stickman. They make a stickman for themselves using twigs, and experiment to see if their stickman sinks or floats in a bowl of water. They get very excited as they notice that their stickman floats on the water. Children are encouraged to play cooperatively and develop their imagination as they play in the play kitchen. They make meals and drinks for the childminder. Parents are actively involved in their children's learning. This is supported by the sharing of the daily learning journals and feedback from the childminder.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have strong relationships with the childminder. They are happy and settled in her care. They enjoy her cuddles, praise and constant reassurance. The childminder gathers detailed information from parents, enabling her to meet children's emotional needs. Children's independence is developing well in relation to their age. The childminder encourages children to follow good hygiene routines and supports them to make healthy food choices. The childminder makes effective use of opportunities in the wider community to help children become more confident around others. Children have a good understanding of the importance of keeping themselves safe. The childminder skilfully incorporates discussions about risks and dangers into everyday routines and activities. For example, when using scissors for cutting tape and knives for buttering their toast. Children behave well. They share, take turns and show respect for others. The childminder

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

provides children with consistent routines and boundaries.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are making good progress. They are learning the skills needed in readiness for the next stage of their learning, including school. They are confident communicators. Younger children listen well and older children ask questions and initiate conversations.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY427563 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 852797 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 30 November 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Mansfield Woodhouse, Nottinghamshire. She operates all year round from 7am to 8pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. At times, the childminder works with an assistant. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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