Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 June 2016 4 August 2014

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 builds strong, nurturing relationships with the children in her care. This supports children's emotional well-being and builds a secure basis from which they are ready and able to learn.  The childminder is a good role model, and offers children lots of praise and encouragement. Children behave well and develop good manners. They learn to share, demonstrate kindness and develop positive attitudes towards others.  Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder routinely informs parents of children's achievements and experiences so they can continue to extend their children's learning at home.  Children are cared for in a clean and safe environment. The childminder successfully identifies hazards and minimises potential risks.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, in her eagerness to support children's play, the childminder does not give them enough time to respond to her questions or to express their ideas.  On occasions, older children do not have enough opportunities to be fully challenged in their learning.  The childminder has not yet developed her knowledge and skills, in order to help children consistently make rapid progress in their 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

 strengthen questioning techniques to encourage all children to express their thoughts and ideas to extend their learning  extend the challenge provided for older children  make better use of professional development opportunities that focus more specifically on developing an expert knowledge of teaching, and increase the potential for children to achieve rapid progress in their learning and development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector took into account the written views of parents and carers provided on the day.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including, attendance records, the self-assessment information and children's observation, assessment and planning records. She also checked evidence of suitability of household members.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and spoke with children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Since the last inspection, the childminder has evaluated her practice and has improved outcomes for the children in her care. She has effectively developed her assessment of children's learning, and now shares this information with parents. The childminder seeks advice and support from early years professionals and other childminders to improve her practice. This has improved how she uses her observations to plan activities. Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. A range of comprehensive policies and procedures provides a clear focus on children's welfare. The childminder has successful child protection procedures in place. She is clear about the action she would take if she had concerns about a child in her care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses a range of planned activities to ensure children learn new skills across all areas of learning. Children visit local parks, and toddler and playgroups where they can socialise with others, share in different celebrations and learn about other people. They acquire problem-solving skills as they build with bricks and enjoy matching games. Their early literacy skills are developing as they learn and identify the sounds and letters in their name. Children listen to and join in with stories. They make suggestions and are able to predict what might happen next. This helps them build their vocabulary. Children develop their physical skills and their hand-to-eye coordination as they enjoy icing and decorating cakes. Children listen well to instructions and are fully engaged in activities.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a homely, caring environment. Children are happy and confident and they have good relationships with the childminder. Relevant information is collected from parents about the requirements of new children. This enables the childminder to settle children well and effectively meet their individual needs. The childminder ensures children play safely through thorough supervision and guidance. She encourages children to be active and explore their environment, while teaching them to keep safe. Children join in with fire drill practises, and regular checks of the premises ensure that areas are suitably maintained. Effective routines ensure children learn the importance of following good health and hygiene routines.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are keen to learn and show fascination in new activities and resources. They learn skills to encourage their independence and good health, such as washing their hands after participating in activities. Children behave well and develop good social skills. They learn to share, take turns and cooperate successfully to maintain harmonious play. Activities encourage children to learn about counting, shapes, colours and sizes. Children make good progress in their learning, and they develop the key skills needed to support their future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY304143 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 1044032 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 4 August 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2005. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3.

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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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