Childminder in Norfolk

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 April 2016 Not applicable

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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 proactive in continuing to update her knowledge and understanding of how to promote children's learning. She accesses a wide range of independent research which is accurately targeted to improve the quality of her practice.  The childminder knows the children extremely well. She is fully aware of their capabilities, interests and preferred style of learning. She accurately plans challenging activities to keep children interested and engaged, supporting their next steps in learning. Children immerse themselves in good quality learning opportunities.  The childminder is highly skilful in following children's interests and ideas as they play. This helps children to develop their imagination and make links in their learning. The childminder asks appropriate questions and makes suggestions during play to extend children's thinking and problem-solving skills.  The childminder is a good role model for children. She is calm, kind and supportive and

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This provision is good

consistently demonstrates good manners and high expectations of behaviour. The childminder offers regular praise for children's achievements to support their self- esteem and enable them to feel valued.  The childminder accurately monitors the progress children make. She quickly identifies any gaps in learning and puts in appropriate support where necessary. This helps children to achieve to their full potential in all areas of learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently seek the views or suggestions of parents when evaluating the effectiveness of what she provides.  The childminder does not robustly seek the contributions of parents when assessing children's starting points in 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 evaluation of practice to reflect the thoughts, ideas and suggestions of parents to drive highly effective and continual improvement in all areas of provision  involve parents more consistently in the initial assessments made of children to secure an accurate and in-depth overview of children's starting points on entry.

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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 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 comments made by 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 is a highly reflective practitioner. She regularly evaluates her personal practice and what she provides for children. She identifies her own strengths and weaknesses and those of the setting as a whole. This helps her to identify ways in which to continually improve what she offers for children and their families. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of how to keep children safe from harm. She has robust procedures in place to react quickly to any concerns she has about a child. The childminder regularly checks her environment to make sure it is safe and suitable for children. She has a thorough set of policies and procedures which underpin her good practice. These are shared with parents to keep them fully informed about her provision.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is skilful in adapting activities to meet the needs of the different aged children who attend. Older children count seeds and investigate size during a planting activity to promote their mathematical development. Younger children enjoy the sensory experience as they touch and smell the seeds. The childminder introduces real flowers to extend children's experiences. Younger children crawl on the grass and enjoy the sensory experience outdoors. They pick up twigs to investigate and look closely at a ladybird that they have found. The childminder is enthusiastic as she describes the ladybird and asks the children questions. This supports children's language and communication skills and encourages them to be interested in the world around them. The childminder sensitively responds to the babbles young children make when they point to birds in the sky.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children experience a stimulating and interesting environment indoors and outside. They freely choose from a good range of resources and activities. This supports their confidence and independence. Children benefit from daily outdoor play to support their physical well- being. The childminder ensures children are dressed appropriately to be able to fully explore their environment in all weathers. Children enjoy a healthy home cooked lunch and freely access drinking water. This helps children to learn about the importance of adopting a healthy lifestyle. Older children are encouraged to negotiate with each other to set their rules in play. The childminder builds secure emotional attachments with children and is readily on hand when children need extra reassurance or support.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in all areas of their learning and development. They gain appropriate skills to help them to become successful learners. They are confident to express their thoughts and ideas and play imaginatively. Children engage well in activities and are enthusiastic to explore and investigate with a wide range of resources. They develop good relationships with their peers and play alongside each other, offering support when identified. Children gain key skills to help them move on to their next stage of learning, such as school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY477954 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 982525 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Bradwell. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, 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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