Childminder EY404502

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 May 2017 9 June 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 Good 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn through play. She uses her observations and assessments effectively to plan stimulating activities to support children's next steps in their learning.  The childminder helps to develop babies' communication and language skills well. For example, she uses soft tones, facial expressions, words and sounds to gain their attention. Babies respond quickly with smiles and babbling.  Children have formed secure attachments with the childminder. They are happy and settled. The childminder raises their self-esteem through praise and encouragement.  The childminder has good working partnerships with parents. She uses many good methods to exchange and share information with them regarding their child's learning and development. She shares ideas to help them to continue to support their child's learning at home.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not use all opportunities to encourage children to explore and learn about plants, animals and the natural world.  The childminder does not consistently gather information from other early years settings to fully support children's learning experiences.

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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

 provide more opportunities for children to explore and learn about plants, animals and the natural world  find more innovative ways to gather and share information with all settings that children attend, to further develop a shared approach to children's learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and children during the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the suitability of those living on the premises and the qualifications of the childminder.  The inspector took accounts of the views of parents by reading their written comments.  The inspector and the childminder jointly evaluated an activity together.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of her role and responsibility to protect children. She knows who to contact should she have any concerns about children's welfare and safety. The childminder carries out robust risk assessments. She minimises risks to children so they play in a safe and secure environment. The childminder continues to attend training, including mandatory training, such as paediatric first aid. She uses what she learns to help her to monitor and sustain her professional development, knowledge and skills. The childminder regularly evaluates areas of her provision and sets out plans to make improvements. She has high expectations for all children. The childminder tracks their development closely and takes swift action to narrow any gaps in their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The well qualified and experienced childminder uses her teaching skills effectivity to enthuse children in their play. She plans interesting activities for children to gain new skills. For example, she supports babies well as they quickly become deeply involved in their painting activities. They develop the confidence to make marks using their fingers and also enhance their sensory development. Older children use their mathematical skills well. They create their own colour patterns using balls and cake tins. The childminder talks to the children about making different patterns. Children eagerly have a go. They confidently count and name the colour of the balls and continue to create their own designs.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supports children's physical development well. For example, she responds when babies show an interest in pulling themselves up. She holds their hands as she walks them safely around the room. The childminder knows the children she cares for very well. She quickly recognises when babies are hungry and tired. The childminder is warm and attentive to their needs, to help promote their emotional well-being. The childminder teaches children how to keep safe and healthy. For example, she talks to children about why she has chopped the baby's sandwiches so they don't choke on the food. The childminder takes children out and about into the community. She supports children's social development as they learn to play with other children of a similar age.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress. They are gaining the necessary skills for their future learning and for their eventual move on to school. Children are active learners and are well motivated in their play. They have good levels of independence. When they arrive, children know to hang up their coats and place their shoes tidily. Older children are confident talkers. They ask questions and share their experiences with the childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY404502 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 1094166 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Old Church Warsop, near Mansfield. She operates from 8.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, 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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