Childminder EY422005

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 May 2016 14 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

 The childminder has a secure understanding of how children learn through play. Her quality of teaching is good and she effectively supports children's learning.  The childminder completes regular and precise assessments of children's learning. She uses these to effectively monitor their progress and swiftly identify any gaps in their development. She plans activities accurately to help children achieve the next steps in their learning.  Children feel safe and secure, and move around the childminder's home with confidence. They develop strong emotional attachments to the childminder, who is caring and nurturing.  The childminder has developed strong relationships with parents and other professionals. For example, she ensures that all parents are kept fully informed of their children's progress. She provides successful ideas to help them promote children's learning at home.  The childminder is well organised and keeps a comprehensive range of appropriate

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This provision is good

records. She maintains a very broad range of well-written policies and procedures which she implements effectively in practice.  The childminder evaluates all aspects of her provision. This helps her deliver a high- quality service and identify any weaknesses in practice.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children's exploratory skills are not fully promoted. Although the childminder provides a wide range of good quality resources and materials, she does not give children enough time to independently explore and experiment with this during some planned activities.

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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

 provide more time for children to independently and freely explore a range of materials, tools and techniques, in order to experiment with colour, design, texture, form and function.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during indoor and outdoor activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder during the inspection.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the childminder's qualifications and training.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the childminder's suitability and that of her household members.  The inspector took account of parents' comments about the provision.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of how to protect children and keep them safe from harm. She completes regular training to keep herself updated with current guidance and the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child in her care. Risk assessments are robust. Areas that children have access to are closely monitored and any hazards are quickly noted and removed. The childminder talks to parents and children and gains their views about the service she provides. She uses this information to plan improvements and activities that will enhance the experiences children receive.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses her knowledge of the children, alongside observations, to plan challenging activities that support each child's development. She understands the value of building on children's interests to further enhance their learning. She plans many outdoor activities and experiences for the children who prefer to be outside. This ensures that all children are being helped to make good progress in their learning. The childminder has high expectations of what all children can achieve. She encourages them to gain key skills to support their independence from an early age, such as choosing toys by themselves. The childminder effectively supports children's language skills. She asks open questions to entice children to describe what they are doing and what they are playing with.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children benefit from fresh air and exercise. They thoroughly enjoy playing outside in the garden, which further enhances all areas of their learning. The childminder helps them learn about why it is important to keep safe and healthy. For example, during routine handwashing sessions before eating and after using the toilet, she talks to them about the importance of stopping germs from spreading. The childminder is attentive and praises children for their achievements, in order to raise their self-esteem. Children's behaviour is good and they are confident.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are gaining the key skills that prepare them for the next stage in their learning and school. Children are inquisitive, active and motivated learners. They benefit from a good range of activities to develop their mathematical and literacy skills. For example, they count the seeds and cotton wool balls during planned growing activities. They make marks on various surfaces using a range of tools, such as chalks. Numbers and letters are displayed around the home to help them count and begin to recognise that print carries meaning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY422005 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 874424 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 November 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. She operates all year round from 7am until 6pm, Monday to 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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