Childminder, Out-of school day care in Nottinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 March 2016 14 March 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 is committed to developing her skills. She attends regular training and keeps abreast of changes by using the internet and through membership of childminder networks.  The childminder completes thorough risk assessments and practises emergency evacuations with children. She is vigilant at all times. She has taken effective steps to ensure and maintain a safe and secure environment for children.  The childminder has strong partnerships with parents and other settings that children attend. This promotes continuity of care and learning for children.  The childminder is a good role model. She gives clear guidance about expected behaviour so that children learn to behave well and display good manners. Children are highly praised for achievements.  New children settle quickly as the childminder provides gradual settling-in sessions to help them to adjust. The childminder is well established within the community, with

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This provision is good

many parents returning with younger siblings.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not make the best use of self-evaluation to reflect closely on how to raise the standard of practice to outstanding.  The childminder does not yet obtain full information about what children can already do, in order to effectively build on their prior knowledge from the beginning.

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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

 include the views of parents and children when evaluating the setting and drive continual improvements that benefit the children who attend  gather further information about what children already know and can do when they join the setting.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to a small selection of parents during the inspection and took account of their views.  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 the range of activities on offer in discussion with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. She looked at relevant documentation, such as policies and procedures.  The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other adults living in the home.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is aware of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. She has a clear understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures. The childminder has good range of policies, procedures and supporting documentation in place that underpin the efficient management of her setting. The childminder is organised and keeps appropriate records of attendance, medication and accident reports to further help safeguard children. She attends all mandatory training, such as paediatric first aid, to update her knowledge. Feedback from parents is very positive. They state how happy they are with the service the childminder provides. They especially appreciate her warm, caring and friendly approach.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The quality of teaching is good. The experienced childminder knows the children well and provides a good range of activities to enhance their learning and support their individual interest. The childminder provides children with a wide range of experience across all areas of learning, both indoors and outside. She models language and helps to extend children's vocabulary and understanding of new words. Children are given plenty of opportunities to write and draw, count and solve problems while playing and engaging in activities. The children write a list of names, checking that all children present have had a turn on the equipment in the garden. They confidently set and use a timer to ensure that each child has a fair amount of time to play on the trampoline. The childminder has positive relationships with parents. Parents are kept updated about the progress their children are making. They have daily conversations with the childminder, sharing

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

information about what their children have been learning at home and at school.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children develop very strong attachments with the childminder. They show high levels of engagement, independence and emotional security in this homely environment. Children confidently access the toys and resources that they want to play with. Children are given good opportunities for physical exercise outdoors. They regularly spend time in the garden, at public parks and in nearby open spaces. The childminder supports children to develop good hygiene practices and offers a range of healthy snacks and meals. They are encouraged to challenge themselves during activities and to take suitable risks in their play. Children enjoy using large equipment, such as the trampoline, safely. The childminder is kind and approachable and she calmly and consistently supports children to learn what acceptable behaviour is. They are taught to work cooperatively with each other and their ideas are valued. Children learn about culture and diversity through a wide range

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

of activities that support their knowledge of the world and their community. For example, they celebrate a variety of festivals and have access to resources that reflect diversity.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 252331 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 864474 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 11 Total number of places 8 Number of children on roll 14

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 March 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1994 and lives in Chilwell, Nottinghamshire. She operates school term only from 7am until 9am and 3pm until 6pm. At the time of the inspection the childminder provides out-of-school care only.

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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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