Childminder EY445900

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 May 2017 4 March 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 childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to promoting a high-quality provision. She has completed a level 3 qualification since her last inspection. The childminder keeps up to date with developments in practice and attends training courses to benefit the needs of the children.  The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She supports their play and learning well and they make good progress.  Children form close bonds with the childminder. This has a positive effect on their emotional well-being. Children confidently explore their environment and demonstrate that they are happy and settled in the childminder's care.  The childminder forms successful partnerships with parents. Parents share information about their children and contribute well to their initial assessment. The childminder keeps parents well informed about their children's development.  Children have daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. This helps to promote their

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This provision is good

good health and supports their physical well-being. The childminder helps to extend children's social skills and confidence. For example, she regularly attends local groups with the children and plans trips to places in the community, such as the library.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has yet to build effective communication links with all the different settings that childminded children also attend.

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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 the communication links with all the early years settings children attend, so that there is more consistency for children in their learning and development.

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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 held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and spoke with children during the inspection.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and the suitability of persons living in the household.  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 well-organised childminder implements robust policies and procedures that are in line with current legislation and guidelines. She reflects on and evaluates her practice to identify ongoing improvements. The childminder observes children during activities and monitors their progress by regularly tracking their development. She works closely with parents to put consistent approaches in place if there are any identified areas in children's development that need support. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding procedures. She knows the appropriate action to take if she has a concern about the welfare of a child. Risk assessments and daily checks of the premises and for outings are thorough.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a well-resourced environment. Children explore at their own pace and select the toys they wish to play with. The childminder effectively supports children's decision-making skills and joins in with their play experiences. The childminder plans activities that help to engage children and build on their learning. Children's physical skills develop well. For example, they learn how to use one-handed tools. Babies have space to move and practise their early walking skills. Children develop their concentration and perseverance. For example, they skilfully manipulate pasta tubes onto lengths of dried spaghetti. The childminder asks effective questions to extend children's learning. She seizes opportunities to incorporate numbers and colours into children's play.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a good role model. She provides clear guidance for children about what is acceptable behaviour. The childminder gives constant praise and encouragement throughout activities. This enables children to develop their sense of self-esteem. Children follow good hygiene routines and enjoy sociable snack and mealtimes. The childminder supports children to prepare emotionally for the next stage in their learning. They have opportunities to become familiar with other settings, for example, when they accompany the childminder to take older children to school.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop a good foundation for future learning, such as moving on to nursery or starting school. They form close friendships and enjoy their play together. Babies are inquisitive as they investigate musical toys and explore dough with their hands. Children of all ages enjoy looking at books independently and with the childminder. They have many opportunities to develop their early writing skills. Children attend to their own personal care needs, relevant to their age and ability. All children make good progress in their learning given their starting points and capabilities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY445900 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 1087414 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 4 March 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Wymondham, Norfolk. She operates from 7.45am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday during term time, and Monday and Tuesday during school holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. She 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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