Childminder 252575

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 February 2016 3 February 2012

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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 childminder has a wealth of experience in teaching and caring for children for a number of years.  The childminder has created a warm and welcoming environment, where children settle and enjoy themselves.  Parents feel very welcome and appreciate regular exchanges of information about their children's care and learning and development. This helps to provide continuity for children.  Children's behaviour is excellent. They share resources. They are encouraged to help each other, be kind and consider each other's feelings. These social skills prepare them well for the move on to nursery or school.  Children are safeguarded well, as the childminder is fully aware of her responsibility to protect them from abuse and neglect.  The quality of teaching is very good. As a result, children make good progress in their learning and development. They are acquiring the necessary skills for their future learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder's professional development is not yet targeted at strengthening her practice.

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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 professional development opportunities that further enhance practice and support children's rapid progress.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children during activities in the main playroom.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of the parents and carers through written notes and those spoken to on the day of the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's records and a range of other documentation, including policies and risk assessments.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other members of her household.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a thorough understanding of her role to protect children. She knows what to do should she have any concerns regarding their welfare. Children play in a safe environment. Risk assessments are in place and regularly updated. The childminder continually evaluates her practice and values comments given by parents and children to further support ongoing improvements. Parents are very satisfied with the service she offers and comment, 'It is fantastic, it's home from home'. Good relationships are in place with schools where children attend. Information is shared between parents, the school and the childminder and children benefit from a shared approach to their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder encourages parents to share what they know their child can do when they first start at the setting. She uses this information, together with her observations, to plan for children's next steps in their learning. The childminder regularly checks children's progress to ensure that any gaps in learning are promptly closed. Children are motivated to learn, as they are excited to see their favourite toys ready for them when they arrive in the morning. They use their imagination as they create stories while playing with the doll's house. They show a good understanding of technology as they press buttons on the toy car park, showing excitement when the cars 'pop' through the barrier. The childminder is actively involved in children's play. She asks children questions and gives them time to think and answer. The childminder encourages children to think through their ideas. For example, a child notices her legs touch the floor when sitting on a small chair but the

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

baby's legs do not. The childminder asks, 'Who has the longest legs?' Together, the children compare the length of their legs to solve the problem.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Relationships between the childminder and the children are very good. Children clearly feel safe and at home in her care. They independently choose their favourite toys and respond well to expectations for sharing. Children show confidence as they talk with visitors. They listen to the childminder and follow her guidance well. Children join in tidying away their toys ready for lunchtime. Children have good opportunities to play outdoors. They enjoy going to parks and playing in the garden, where they can take part in physical activities. The childminder teaches good personal hygiene routines, such as washing their hands before they eat lunch and how to blow their nose. Children consistently use good manners, saying please and thank you.

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Outcomes for children are good

The childminder supports children effectively in making good progress. Children's literacy and mathematical skills are developing well through play. They are independent and have high levels of confidence, which helps them be prepared for their future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 252575 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 866636 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 13 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 3 February 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1990 and lives in Carlton, Nottingham. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Wednesday and 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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