Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 June 2017 5 March 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

 Children settle well into the childminder's care. They explore their surroundings confidently, and happily investigate the resources available as they play and learn.  The childminder plans interesting and stimulating activities for children to enjoy. She builds on their social and emotional well-being in different ways, such as taking children on regular outings to local toddler groups and play sessions.  The well-qualified childminder uses her knowledge of how children learn to ensure all children make good progress.  Parents are very happy with the childminder. Their positive feedback reflects their high regard for the service she offers. The childminder regularly seeks parents' views. This helps her to reflect on her practice and to identify areas for development that benefit children.  The childminder networks regularly with other childminding colleagues. This helps her to reflect on her practice and identify any areas for improvement.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully involve parents in sharing information about what children already know and can do, in order to help her assess children's starting points and build on their learning from the onset.  At times, the childminder does not fully succeed in encouraging all age groups to achieve the highest level of engagement and concentration, in order to extend 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

 involve parents more fully so that they can share information about what children already know and can do when they first start attending, in order to help in the assessment of children's learning from the onset  enhance teaching skills to help children of all age groups concentrate and engage more effectively in the activities they take part in, in order to extend their learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector evaluated the effectiveness of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to children at appropriate times during the inspection.  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 considered the views of parents by reading written testimonials made available on the day of inspection.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands the signs and symptoms that would raise a cause for concern. She knows who she should contact if she is worried about a child in order to help protect their welfare. The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibilities. She implements a wide range of policies to keep children safe and runs her provision well. The childminder checks the environment regularly to ensure she keeps it clean and safe for children. She keeps accurate records of any accidents or incidents and communicates effectively with parents. The childminder understands that it is important to keep up to date with changes or updates in legislation. For example, she completes online training as one way of constantly refreshing her knowledge.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes accurate observations and precise assessments of children's progress, which helps her to monitor and address any gaps in their learning promptly. Children have good listening skills. They eagerly join in with a story using the props that the childminder has provided. The childminder extends children's learning. For example, she asks them to count and name the different colours of the fruits listed in the story. The childminder encourages children to be inquisitive and independent. For instance, they mention that they do not recognise an exotic fruit pictured in the book they are reading together. The childminder helps them to research the name by looking online. Children proudly tell the inspector the name of the fruit is a guava.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder helps children to build their confidence and self-esteem in many ways. For example, she gives them regular praise and encouragement. Children take turns and share resources with support from the childminder. She helps them to work through minor disagreements effectively so that they understand about acceptable behaviour. The childminder helps children learn about the benefits of good hygiene, food and exercise. She provides them with a wide range of healthy snacks and meals, and regular time outdoors. Children learn to follow hygiene procedures effectively. The childminder makes good use of places of interest, such as parks and farms. Children enjoy learning about the world around them on these visits.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points. Older children are confident, articulate and have a strong sense of self-belief. They are developing a wide range of skills in preparation for school and the next stage of their learning. Younger children's speech and language skills are developing well. They are learning to communicate when they need to use the potty or the toilet and are becoming more independent.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY318699 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 1092560 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 5 March 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in Carlton, Nottingham. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years 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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