Childminder in Derby

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 November 2016 29 November 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 provides children with a friendly and welcoming environment. She knows the children well and has a good understanding of their individual care needs. Children build warm and trusting relationships with the childminder and each other.  The childminder promotes effective partnerships with parents. She regularly shares information with them about their children's ongoing progress and how this can be continued at home.  Children make good progress in their learning and development. The childminder uses observations well. She monitors children's development, identifies their next steps and addresses any gaps in their learning.  The childminder actively promotes an understanding of diversity. She provides children with opportunities to develop their social skills and gain confidence with other groups of children. She takes them on a wide range of outings and helps them to learn about the wider community.

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This provision is good

 Children learn how to manage risks for themselves as they play in the garden and at the park. They move, climb and balance skilfully using a variety of equipment. They enjoy exploring nature and dig and hunt for creatures.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, children do not have enough time to think through and respond fully to questions that the childminder asks. She suggests answers to questions, rather than enabling children to think of the solution themselves.  The childminder does not consistently fully extend children's early mathematical language and understanding of shape, space and measure.

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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

 build on opportunities for children to solve problems for themselves, to help challenge their thinking skills even further  strengthen opportunities for children to extend their use of mathematical language and develop their understanding of shape, space and measure to the highest possible level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held discussions with the childminder and spoke to children at various times during the inspection.  The inspector observed the childminder and children while they took part in activities and play.  The inspector considered of the views of parents, provided in written form.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector sampled children's development records and discussed children's progress with the childminder.  The inspector sampled documentation, including evidence of qualifications and of the suitability of the childminder to work with children. She looked at the childminder's self- evaluation form, policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of child protection and the procedures to follow to keep children safe from harm. She carries out effective risk assessments to identify any potential hazards and provides a safe and secure environment. The childminder updates her knowledge and improves her practice, for example, through regular training and working with other professionals. This has helped her to improve how she uses observations to promote children's next steps in learning. The childminder is committed to providing a good quality provision for children. She uses self-evaluation well to reflect on her practice and identify areas for improvement. She has addressed the issues raised at the last inspection. Partnerships with other professionals are strong and this helps the childminder to promote each child's learning and development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The quality of teaching is good. The childminder has a good understanding of children's learning. She provides a wide range of activities which meets children's needs and supports their progression. Children show good levels of concentration as they play. For example, they become immersed in exploring the leaves, conkers and fir cones they have collected from their nature walk. They feel and crunch the leaves and the childminder extends their learning and demonstrates how they can complete leaf rubbings. Children enjoy this and draw and rub on the leaves. They hold the crayon skilfully and demonstrate early writing skills. Older children thoroughly enjoy singing songs of their choice and looking at books that interest them. Babies enjoy thoughtful and personalised routines, which are tailored to meet their individual needs.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a stimulating environment which helps keep children motivated and eager to learn. She is a good role model and provides children with consistent praise and guidance. Children are kind, polite and behave well. The childminder teaches children effectively how to identify hazards and keep themselves safe. She promotes healthy lifestyles well. For example, children make choices from food options that promote their good health, and they benefit from exercise every day. Children follow good hygiene procedures and know about washing their hands to remove the germs. Children receive a good level of support to prepare them for their move on to new settings or school.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are happy and keen to take part in challenging activities. They are confident and independent learners, showing high levels of self-esteem. All children progress well from their starting points. They develop the key skills needed for the next stage in their learning. Children develop good independence skills and learn how to take care of their personal needs in preparation for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY462623 Local authority Derby, City of Inspection number 1066899 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 29 November 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Chaddesden, Derby. The childminding provision operates Monday to Friday from 7am until 6pm, all year round, except for the week between Christmas and New Year, and bank and family holidays. The childminder receives funding for free 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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