Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 November 2016 30 January 2015

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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 has made significant improvements since her last inspection. For example, she ensures all children are observed in their play and she regularly assesses their learning. All children are making good progress.  The childminder provides a stimulating environment. She provides resources that reflect children's interests and activities meet children's learning needs. Children are motivated to learn and thoroughly enjoy playing with the childminder.  Children develop warm and caring attachments to the childminder. For example, children are offered praise to develop their self-esteem. They benefit from a flexible settling-in procedure and develop a good sense of belonging.  Parents comment positively about the childminder. They say that she considers children to be part of her family and that their children have grown in confidence since being in her care.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not ask parents to share detailed information about children's learning when they first attend so she can plan precisely for children's learning needs from the outset.  Although the childminder has completed mandatory training, she does not access targeted professional development opportunities to further enhance her teaching practice.  The childminder does not always make the best use of observations she makes of children as they play, to quickly identify children's emerging learning needs.

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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

 gather the views of parents about their children's learning in more detail when they first begin at the setting, and use the information to plan and provide learning opportunities for children from the outset  implement a targeted programme for professional development in order to enhance the current teaching skills and further improve the outcomes for children  make better use of the observations made of children as they play, to provide immediate challenge and build as far as possible on their learning.

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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 looked at evidence of the suitability of adults in the home, children's development records and a sample of policies and procedures.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector talked to the childminder about her self-evaluation procedures and priorities for improvement.  The inspector spoke to a parent and considered their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of the signs and symptoms of possible abuse. Recent training has extended her knowledge. She is aware of how to protect children from situations which put them at possible risk of harm. She fully understands the procedure to follow should she have concerns regarding a child's welfare. The childminder is clear about how to keep the environment safe, for example, as she checks the setting daily and removes any potential hazards. The childminder works in partnership with schools that children attend. She shares information about children's care and learning. This means that there is a cohesive approach to helping children to make at least good progress. A good range of policies and procedures is implemented effectively to help ensure that children are well protected. The childminder regularly reviews these to ensure that they continue to work in practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder effectively models activities and encourages children as they play. Young children enjoy building with blocks and completing simple jigsaw puzzles. They show good hand-to-eye coordination and manipulative skills. The childminder provides a running commentary as children play, which promotes early communication and language skills. She introduces new words and speaks clearly, often repeating what she says to give further support. This particularly helps children who have English as an additional language. The childminder effectively supports babies' physical skills. For example, she provides resources that encourage them to crawl and pull themselves up to standing. The childminder completes daily diaries for each child and shares these with parents. This helps to keep parents informed of their child's ongoing care and learning at the setting.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has age-appropriate expectations of children. She manages behaviour effectively to help them develop an understanding of sharing. Children are kind and friendly and even the youngest are learning to take turns. The childminder helps children to learn about their local community. She takes children to the local parks and shops, social groups and farm parks. The childminder provides children with a good range of healthy choices for snacks and meals. Children wash their hands before eating. They develop an understanding of good hygiene practices from an early age. Children have access to daily fresh air and exercise to support their physical development. Children are independent and take off their own shoes and coats when they arrive.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children, including those with English as an additional language, make good progress in their learning. They work well within the range of development typical for their age. Children enjoy choosing their favourite toys. They excitedly access a wide range of resources to support their interests. They explore the use of technology and press buttons on toys. Children are well prepared for their next steps in learning, including their eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 252358 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 1044960 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 30 January 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1990 and lives in Stapleford, Nottingham. She operates all year round from 7am to 8pm, Monday to Friday, including some occasional weekends. She supports children with English as an additional language.

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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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