Childminder EY344962

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 March 2017 23 May 2014

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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 experienced and well-qualified childminder creates a warm and stimulating environment. She has a good understanding of how children play and learn. Children make good progress from their starting points in their learning and development.  Children are safe and well behaved. The childminder is a positive role model to the children in her care. She uses a range of strategies, such as praise and explanation, to help children be kind and understand the needs of others.  The childminder motivates children through fun and imaginative activities. They regularly visit playgroups and local places of interest. For example, they visit the local park and sing songs together on the bandstand.  The childminder has a good knowledge of child protection procedures. She makes sure that her understanding is thorough and up to date.  The childminder effectively works in partnership with parents and other professionals,

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This provision is good

including other settings children attend. She establishes very good relationships which contribute towards children's consistent learning and development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully focus her professional development on raising the quality of teaching to an even higher level.

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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

 strengthen further the procedures for professional development to raise the quality of teaching and learning to the highest levels.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors 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 discussions with the childminder. He 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 makes good use of training to ensure that her knowledge and understanding of child protection procedures are up to date. She is vigilant and makes sure that her home and garden is safe for children to play in. The childminder is firmly committed to continually improving her setting and self-evaluation is effective. She establishes a positive partnership with parents, who appreciate the childminder's consideration for their children's development, welfare and happiness. She gathers the views of parents, for example, through regular discussions and questionnaires. This has helped to deepen the childminder's knowledge of children's interests and to support their learning at home.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder helps children to settle quickly into positive routines that help them feel secure and confident. She accurately assesses their starting points and plans well to support them in the next stage of their learning. She helps children follow their interests and play with toys and resources which capture their imagination. For example, children develop their language skills through involving them in games and stories based on their interest and appreciation of animal noises and animals' homes. Children make decisions about their learning and show confidence in their choices. For example, resources are organised well so that children access these easily and choose what to play with. She provides a good range of toys and equipment to help babies develop their walking and balance. Children respond well to praise as they pull themselves up and take independent steps.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder enables all children to feel a sense of pride in their achievements. For example, she makes good use of displays of children's work. This helps children to reflect on their experiences and successes. The childminder promotes children's social skills well. For example, at mealtimes, she talks sociably about the children's day. Regular visits to playgroups and the park help children to mix with others and develop strong physical skills. She helps children to recognise risks and begin to manage their own safety. The childminder promotes children's understanding of healthy lifestyles effectively.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in all aspects of their learning and development. They develop the skills and attitudes they need for their further learning. Children are well prepared for starting school. They concentrate and follow instructions. Children's counting and mathematical skills are developed well. Children learn to enjoy listening to stories and joining in with rhymes and songs.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY344962 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 1087269 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 4 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 4

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Ashbourne. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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Telephone number

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