Childminder EY484095

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 January 2017 21 September 2016

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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

 Children are happy and settled. They build strong bonds with the childminder and demonstrate they are comfortable in her care. The childminder knows the children very well and meets their learning and care needs effectively.  The childminder demonstrates a commitment for improvement. She has successfully addressed the actions and recommendations from her previous inspection. She uses her self-evaluation effectively to prioritise improvements and involves the parents and children in the process.  Children make good progress, relative to their starting points. The childminder uses effective methods of observation, assessment and flexible planning. She identifies children's gaps in their learning and closes them quickly.  The childminder organises her home and garden well to encourage children's play and exploration. She makes good use of the local park to help increase and expand children's physical abilities. This also helps children gain an awareness of how to

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This provision is good

identify and manage risks for themselves.  The childminder has very good relationships with parents and information about children's progress is shared effectively. Parents regularly contribute to their children's learning and the childminder uses this information well in her assessments.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, the childminder does not successfully adapt the activities to accommodate the learning needs of all the children.  The childminder does not always give children the support they need to build fully on their understanding of how to keep themselves healthy.

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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

 adapt planned activities more effectively so that all children can be fully involved and make the best possible progress  encourage children to consistently follow hygiene routines to extend their knowledge of how this contributes to their good health.

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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 took account of the views of parents from written statements.  The inspector observed the childminder and the children while they took part in activities and play.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector discussed the children's development and progress with the childminder.  The inspector discussed some of the childminder's policies and procedures, including her self-evaluation and action plan. She also checked evidence of the childminder's suitability and qualifications.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder provides a welcoming, safe and secure home. She focuses very well on her professional development. The childminder improves her skills through training, professional networks and independent research. She applies new knowledge effectively to develop her practice and improve the outcomes for children, such as supporting children's language and physical development. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of the need to contact relevant agencies promptly should she have a child protection concern. She completes thorough risk assessments for her home and when on outings and teaches children about safe practices. The childminder works well with other settings that children attend to share information about children's learning needs and progress. This helps to provide continuity in children's care, learning and development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is well qualified and understands that children learn through play. She uses her knowledge of children well to plan a good balance of interesting and varied learning activities. For example, children thoroughly enjoy exploring yogurt. They use their fingers and smear the mixture. They enjoy making some marks. The childminder uses this opportunity effectively and encourages older children to make different lines and to write their name. The childminder uses her teaching skills very well to encourage children's communication and language development. For example, she provides a running commentary for the younger children and introduces new words to increase older children's vocabulary. The childminder encourages children to be active and develop their muscles and physical coordination. For example, children enjoy action rhymes and moving their bodies as they swing ribbons around as they sing.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is very sensitive to children's physical and emotional needs. Children's welfare and personal well-being are key to everything that she plans. Children behave well. They are polite, considerate and demonstrate respect for each other. Older children are beginning to understand the importance of sharing and taking turns in their play. The childminder is a good role model and supports them well. Visits to local amenities and outings promote children's growing knowledge and understanding of the world. The childminder teaches children about staying safe in the home and when on outings. Overall, the childminder promotes healthy lifestyles well. Children have fresh air and exercise every day as they play at the park or enjoy walks in the community. Children receive a good level of support to prepare them for their move to new settings or school.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are enthusiastic in their play and show an eagerness to learn. They make good progress and are acquiring the necessary skills for their future learning and a readiness for school. For example, children listen attentively, follow instructions and are willing to have a go at new things. Children are developing good physical and communication skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY484095 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 1074488 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 21 September 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Swadlincote, Derbyshire. The childminding provision operates Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 6pm, all year round, except for two weeks at Christmas, bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3. She receives funding for free early education for two- and three-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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Telephone number

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