Childminder EY482164

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 August 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 supervises the children well and regularly checks her home and garden to ensure they are not exposed to potential hazards. She implements secure procedures to keep children safe on outings.  The childminder completes regular observations of children and has a good understanding of what they know, understand and can do. She effectively uses the information to plan further enjoyable experiences to support their future learning and development.  The childminder works with parents to settle their child gradually into the setting. Their routines are discussed and children are able to rest and sleep as they need to.  The childminder provides a homely environment where children are happy and confident. Children are treated with kindness and form strong attachments with the childminder. They display a sense of security as they confidently move around the play areas, selecting toys that they want to play with.

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This provision is good

 Good links with the local school are used effectively to help prepare children for the next stage in their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not yet have robust systems in place for gathering the views of parents about the service she provides.  The childminder does not consistently support parents to share what they know their child can already do when they first start.

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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

 review procedures for seeking, evaluating and acting on the views of parents to enhance self-evaluation and drive continual improvement  strengthen partnerships with parents and support them more effectively to share what they know about their child's achievements when they first start at 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 completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the self-evaluation form, policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is confident of the procedure to follow to protect the children in her care. The childminder meets up with other childminders and reads articles on childcare to help enhance her practice. She works alongside other childcare professionals and has built up positive relationships with other settings children attend. Policies and procedures support the childminder's good practice and are shared with parents when children first start. Parents are very complimentary about the care and learning opportunities their children receive. They say they would happily recommend the childminder to others.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plays alongside children and actively talks to them about what they are doing. She introduces new vocabulary as children play and uses every opportunity to challenge their thinking skills. Children have an inquisitive nature and ask questions, for example, where the water goes when they pour it into the sand. Children routinely use mathematical language in their play. They talk with the childminder about the different patterns and shapes that they make in the sand as they enjoy playing with wheeled toys. The childminder sensitively engages children in conversation and successfully extends their understanding about volume and size. Children use their imagination well as they play with small-world toys, dolls and telephones, recreating experiences they are familiar with. They enjoy using a range of materials and resources to draw, make marks and write.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's good health is promoted well. They know that on a hot and sunny day they must put on sun cream and wear a sun hat. Children are very active and enjoy exploring the outdoor learning environment. Meals and snacks provided for children are nutritious and contribute to a balanced diet. Children have good opportunities to develop social skills. They attend local playgroups and learn to mix and build friendships with other children. The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She reinforces consistent boundaries, encourages children to use good manners and helps them to understand why it is important to be respectful and kind to one another. The childminder makes good use of the wider community, including visits to the local shops and parks. This helps to extend children's growing awareness of the community in which they live.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points. They are learning the skills that support them in readiness for the next stage in their learning. Children are independent and lead their own play. They freely select toys which capture their interest. Children willingly try new activities and show an interest in the world around them. Children are curious and confident learners. They show good concentration skills and communicate with growing confidence.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY482164 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 992163 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Stapleford, Nottingham. She operates all year round from 6am 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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