Childminder EY383986

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 April 2017 8 May 2015

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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 Outstanding 1

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This provision is good

 Children show curiosity, enthusiasm and thoroughly enjoy the interesting activities on offer. The childminder uses clear demonstrations, instructions and questioning to help children learn. All children make good progress.  The caring, attentive childminder provides superb support to children's emotional development. She knows children extremely well and has a close rapport with them. Children take part in activities confidently and become deeply involved in their learning.  Children's behaviour is exemplary. The childminder's extremely positive and nurturing interactions support children to share and take turns extremely well. She is an excellent role model. She encourages children to use good manners and treat each other with consideration.  The childminder evaluates her practice regularly. She is committed to developing her setting further and seeks the views of parents in order to help her continually make

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not collect detailed information from parents about children's skills and abilities on entry, to assess their starting points as quickly and fully as possible.

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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

 improve the already good information sharing with parents to gain more information about what children know and can do when they first start attending.

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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 observed an adult-led activity and evaluated this with the childminder.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and saw evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout 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

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of how to report any concerns she may have about children's welfare in line with the local safeguarding procedures. She understands her responsibility to protect children from extreme views or behaviours. The childminder works well with parents and other professionals to raise outcomes for all children. She has built strong links with local providers and shares information with them to support children's transitions into school and nursery. The childminder engages in professional development opportunities to develop her knowledge and skills. She monitors her assistant's practice to ensure children receive good quality care and support.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes observations and summarises children's achievements frequently to identify and support any gaps in children's learning promptly. She plans a range of interesting experiences to help children make good progress. The childminder effectively develops children's communication language skills. For instance, she reads stories, engages in conversation and models new words. Children have fun completing puzzles. This promotes good hand-to-eye coordination. The childminder has extended children's learning experiences outdoors by introducing dens, pond dipping and more physical play activities to increase their coordination and imaginative skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

Children are extremely happy and secure in the exceptionally well-equipped premises. They have excellent relationships with each other and the childminder. The childminder is vigilant about children's safety. She supervises children very well and carries out regular fire drills to help keep them safe. Children learn extremely good hygiene procedures, such as handwashing routines and develop an awareness of when to wipe their nose. The childminder offers a wide range of outings that children enjoy. For example, children go to the woods, park, visit playgroups and regularly go to the local library. Children benefit greatly from socialising with others and enjoy an exciting range of learning experiences.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are working within the expected levels of development for their age. They are active in their play and seek out others to share their experiences. Children develop good mathematical skills, such as counting. They are physically active and enjoy frequent outdoor play. Children develop early literacy skills as they explore making marks, and they show a keen interest in books and stories. They develop good skills that prepare them well for their next stages in learning and eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY383986 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 1093638 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 6 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 6

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008. She lives on the outskirts of Doncaster. Her provision operates all year round from 6.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder very occasionally works with an assistant.

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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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