Childminder EY451770

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 November 2016 26 February 2013

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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 forms effective partnerships with parents. She communicates with them on a daily basis and shares information about their children's day. Parents are actively encouraged to continue to share what they know about their child.  Children make good progress. They actively participate in an exciting range of planned and free-choice learning opportunities. They are keen and motivated learners who are well prepared for the next stage in their learning, such as school.  The childminder organises her home efficiently to ensure that the children can access the areas and resources safely. Children have consistent boundaries. They feel safe and secure in the childminder's care.  Children have daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. This helps to promote their good health and supports their physical well-being. The childminder regularly plans trips to places in the community, such as the park, library and shops.

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This provision is good

 The childminder regularly reflects on, and evaluates, her practice to achieve ongoing improvements. She works closely with another childminder to share good practice ideas. This has a positive impact on the learning experiences she offers children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Some aspects of partnership working are not fully robust as the childminder has yet to build effective communication links with all the different settings that minded children also attend.  On occasions, the childminder does not always provide children with sufficient time to think for themselves and extend their thinking skills.

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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 the communication links with all the settings minded children also attend, so that children fully benefit from a shared understanding and common approach to supporting their progress  enrich children's thinking skills to higher levels, giving them more time to think about, and formulate, their own responses to questions that arise from their play and learning.

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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 held discussions with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection and carried out a focused observation.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self- evaluation, planning documentation, records of children's learning and development and a selection of policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and the suitability of other household members.  The inspector spoke to a small number of parents during the inspection and took account of their views.  The inspector took account of parents' comments detailed in the records of children's learning and from information included in the childminder's own parent survey.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The well-organised childminder implements robust policies and procedures that are in line with current legislation and guidelines. She is committed to her own continuous improvement to build on the existing good quality provision. She attends training courses whenever possible and keeps up to date with developments in childcare practices. The childminder regularly checks children's progress to identify any gaps that are emerging. She works closely with parents to put consistent approaches in place if there are any identified areas in the children's development that need support. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding procedures. She knows what to do if she has a concern about the welfare of a child in her care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a good range of toys and resources. She presents these effectively to encourage children to initiate their own play. The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of how children learn. She recognises that young children's concentration spans are short, and is very flexible with activities. The childminder supports children's play and learning well. She talks to them and joins in with their play experiences. She responds well to babies' and toddlers' vocalisations and babbles. The childminder provides children with many opportunities to explore, investigate and to learn through first-hand experiences. For example, children eagerly use spades and their hands to look for vegetables hidden in compost. The childminder generally uses questions well. She builds on children's learning and introduces new vocabulary as they play and explore.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy, settled and very comfortable in their environment. They demonstrate that they have built a warm and trusting relationship with the childminder. The childminder is a good role model. She provides clear guidance for children about what is acceptable behaviour. She gives gentle reminders to support children to develop their personal and social skills. The childminder gives constant praise and encouragement throughout activities. This enables children to develop their sense of self-esteem and confidence. Children follow good hygiene routines and enjoy sociable snack and mealtimes. They understand and follow rules that keep them safe, such as when practising the emergency evacuation drill. Children wear high-visibility jackets and learn about road safety rules when out with the childminder.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop a good foundation for future learning, such as moving on to nursery or school. They learn to share and take turns. Children become more independent. They attend to their own personal care needs and learn to put on their own shoes or Wellington boots before going outside. Children's physical skills are developing well. Babies have ample space to move. Children confidently coordinate their movements during outdoor play and they carefully negotiate the steps in the garden. Children enjoy looking at books with the childminder. They have many opportunities to develop their early writing skills. All children make good progress in their learning given their starting points and capabilities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY451770 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 1066208 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 26 February 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Thetford, Norfolk. She operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and 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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