Childminder EY431131

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 March 2016 14 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 develops effective partnership working with other professionals and settings involved in the care of the children. She regularly shares important information with them to fully support children's needs and ongoing development.  The childminder is a highly reflective practitioner. She accurately monitors the service she provides for children and their families. This helps her to identify areas of her provision to target for further ongoing improvements.  The childminder is skilful in supporting children's learning. She closely follows their interests and ideas as they play. She offers challenge in their learning by asking children searching questions to encourage them to think critically.  The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of the ways in which children learn and develop. She makes accurate assessments of what children know and can do. She uses this information to plan activities that interest and motivate children to learn.

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This provision is good

 Children learn to be kind and value others. The childminder is a good role model to them. She is kind and responsive and values their choices and ideas.  The childminder effectively monitors the progress that children make. This helps her to identify where there are gaps in children's learning. She implements appropriate interventions to help children to achieve to their full potential.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not yet make best use of the wider range of opportunities available to her to support more targeted ongoing professional development.  The childminder does not fully consider the learning needs of those children who prefer to be outdoors. Experiences are not always broad and rich to fully support all areas of 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

 enhance ongoing professional development, accessing a wider range of opportunities to extend skills and knowledge in specific aspects of childminding practice  enrich the opportunities for children who enjoy learning outdoors, offering more inspiring and stimulating experiences to help them to follow their interests and ideas.

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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 jointly evaluated an activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self- evaluation, children's learning and development records, and a sample of the childminder's policies and procedures.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection, and took account of the written testimonials of parents.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other household members, and the childminder's qualifications.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has high expectations for what children can achieve. She is well organised and professional in her approach to provide quality care and education for children. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of the procedures to follow if she is concerned that a child may be at risk of harm. The childminder regularly checks her premises to ensure they are safe and suitable for children. She has developed a wide range of policies to support her practice which is implemented effectively. These procedures are regularly reviewed and updated in line with current guidance. The childminder accesses training to support children's individual health needs where identified and is vigilant in promoting their good health.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children immerse themselves in good quality learning opportunities. The childminder introduces mathematical concepts into children's everyday play. They count and subtract quantities and learn positional language, such as under and behind. Children measure and discuss and compare size. The childminder promotes children's language development well. She introduces a wide range of vocabulary during play. Children repeat words and are confident communicators. They describe what they do and discuss texture. The childminder knows the children and their capabilities extremely well. She regularly shares information with parents and carers about children's progress. Parents and carers are keen to share information with her about children's achievements at home. This provides consistency in children's learning in the setting and at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children show a good understanding of how to eat healthily. They readily identify how many pieces of fruit they have eaten during the day and how many more to eat to achieve a healthy balanced diet. Children benefit from opportunities in the fresh air, such as walks to the park or playground. The childminder provides a good range of resources for children to choose from. This supports their independence as they freely move around the setting. Children are encouraged to be independent in their self-care skills, such as getting ready to go outside. The childminder develops secure emotional attachments with the children. They develop confidence as the childminder regularly encourages them to have a go and praises them for their achievements. This supports their self-confidence and self- esteem. She has an effective settling-in procedure when children first start at the setting. She works closely with parents to offer flexibility and gain information about children. This

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

helps her to effectively meet their individual needs and also helps them to settle quickly.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and some make even better progress. Children are motivated and interested to learn. They ask questions and provide a commentary of their learning. This helps them to deepen their understanding and make links in their learning. They listen and follow instructions well and learn how to communicate effectively. These are key skills which help children to be ready for the next stage in their learning, such as school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY431131 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 853170 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 February 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Newton Flotman. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Tuesday to Friday during term time and Tuesday to Thursday during school holidays, except for bank holidays and family holidays. 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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Telephone number

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