Childminder EY353444

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 February 2017 5 May 2016

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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 effective improvements since her last inspection. She retains the required records for children in her care, including records of children's attendance, medication and any accidents. She ensures a first-aid kit is accessible at all times, so she can take appropriate action in the event of an emergency.  The childminder has a good understanding of child development. She monitors the progress made by children to identify what they need to learn next. The childminder provides effective support to children's learning, by guiding and encouraging them well during activities so that they make good progress.  The childminder provides a relaxed and homely environment where children develop a positive sense of belonging. She teaches them how to be polite and caring towards each other. Children show that they have secure and warm relationships with the childminder that support their emotional well-being.

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This provision is good

 The childminder takes children to a range of organised groups and outings in the local community. Children benefit from having these social experiences where they build relationships with children their own age, develop skills, such as sharing and communicating with others, and learn more about the world around them.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet introduced a targeted programme of professional development to further enhance the quality of teaching and learning.  Although the childminder provides parents with information about their children's day, she does not share sufficient detail about the precise learning targets set. Parents are not consistently encouraged to share information about children's learning and interests at home to strengthen the planning of activities.

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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

 extend the programme of professional development to help raise standards in teaching and learning even higher  strengthen the ways in which details about the next steps planned for each child are exchanged with parents, and encourage parents to share information about their children's interests and achievements at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of local safeguarding procedures and is vigilant about children's well-being. She updates her childcare policies and procedures to reflect current guidance. The childminder is careful to review children's access to the toys and resources to ensure that they are age- appropriate and, therefore, safe for children to play with. She uses self-evaluation generally well to reflect on her practice and identify aspects of the provision that she would like to improve. Plans include developing the garden area to provide experiences for children outdoors at the setting.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She observes children once they are settled, accurately assessing their progress and identifying next steps for learning. She plans activities well that offer children interesting resources as one way of encouraging them to explore. Children playing with a tray of pasta name the colours and describe the texture as they experiment with filling and emptying containers. This helps children develop small-muscle skills in preparation for early writing, and younger children enjoy the sensory experiences. The childminder uses activities as an opportunity to introduce simple mathematical language and concepts to the children. She supports their early language development well. For example, she repeats words and phrases, which children copy. She comments on their play, asks questions and uses a variety of words to add to children's increasing vocabulary.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder obtains information from parents about their children's care needs and routines when they first start. This helps them to settle quickly and build strong bonds with the childminder. They naturally include her in their play and turn to her for support and guidance whenever needed. Children's self-confidence is promoted well as the childminder often praises them. Parents describe their children's joy when they go to the childminding setting. Young children's physical development is supported well. They enjoy trips to the park and walks in the local area. Home routines for meals and sleeps are followed, which contribute to promoting children's good health.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are making good progress and developing the skills that support their learning and prepare them for school. They confidently express themselves, listen well and follow simple instructions. Younger children socialise well, enjoying the company of older children after school. Children manage their own self-care skills relevant to their age and demonstrate emerging independence.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY353444 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 1058346 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007 and lives in Norwich. She operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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