Childminder in Derbyshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 February 2017 13 October 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

 The childminder has successfully addressed the weaknesses raised at her last inspection. She now uses self-evaluation to identify her strengths and priorities for improvement, to support continued good outcomes for children.  Children have good opportunities to extend their mathematical knowledge and literacy skills. They enjoy listening to stories and explore number and shape through a range of activities.  The childminder interacts well with children and she encourages them to lead their own play. Children use their imagination and express themselves in role play activities.  The childminder supports children's learning about people and communities well. Children make photographic books of themselves and other important people in their lives and share these with their friends. They are beginning to understand about the similarities and difference within family groups.  The childminder sets consistent boundaries for good behaviour. Children are beginning

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This provision is good

to learn that some things are theirs and some things are shared.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, the childminder does not give enough consideration to adapting play, so that children of different ages can be fully involved when taking part in planned activities together.  The childminder does not consistently share information with parents about what their child needs to learn next, in order to help parents guide their children's learning at home.  The arrangements for sharing information with other professionals are not yet highly effective, so that children can fully benefit from a shared approach to their learning.

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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

 enhance the opportunities for children of differing ages to become deeply involved in planned activities  share information with parents about what their children need to learn next, in order to help them guide their children's learning at home  strengthen the communication links with other professionals, so that children fully benefit from a shared understanding to supporting their progress.

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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.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has worked with her local authority adviser to revise her child protection policy and procedure. She now has an up-to-date knowledge of the current procedures of the Local Safeguarding Children Board. The childminder has a good understanding of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. She knows what action to follow if an allegation is made against her or other household members. The childminder is qualified and experienced. She attends training, such as a medication awareness course. The childminder has good knowledge to protect children's health and well-being. She meets regularly with other childminders and uses these meetings as opportunities to share ideas for good practice. This has a positive impact on the quality of teaching children receive.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children in her care well. She regularly observes their play and makes ongoing assessments of their abilities. Children enthusiastically join in with activities that help to promote their sensory exploration and small-muscle skills. They use their hands to manipulate play dough. The childminder introduces words to describe colour, texture and simple mathematics. For example, she models how to use the dough to make squares and circles. Older children show how they can listen and follow instructions as they have a go at copying her actions.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supports children's personal and emotional development effectively. Children attend events at the local school and at a range of playgroups. They develop the confidence to mix with adults and children of a similar age. Children are well prepared for the wider social network of school. They have regular opportunities to be physically active and get plenty of fresh air. Children play on larger equipment at local parks, move their body to action songs and enjoy dancing. The childminder uses a range of outings and activities to help raise children's awareness of their community and the wider world. Children walk to the local library to look at books that help them to learn about different cultures and religion.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children progress well and are working comfortably within the range of development that is typical for their age. They are acquiring skills they will need for their future education. Children enjoy looking at books and independently turn the pages. They count as they talk about the number of days in the month and learn the days of the week. Children enjoy copying the actions of adults. They put the stethoscope around their neck and pretend to listen to the baby's heartbeat. Children wash their hands before they sit at the table to enjoy their nutritious snack. They are learning how to follow good hygiene procedures and lead a healthy lifestyle.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY483592 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 1076671 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 13 October 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Sheffield. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds qualified teacher status.

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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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