Childminder EY462547

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 June 2017 17 January 2017

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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 taken positive action to address the actions and recommendations raised at the last inspection. She has worked closely with local authority consultants to implement an improvement plan that has improved the overall quality of her provision. She continues to use ongoing reflection to drive forward improvements.  The childminder provides a welcoming, homely and safe environment. There are plenty of resources, which are carefully selected to follow children's emerging interests. Recent enhancements to the outdoor area provide children with exciting opportunities to explore, investigate and learn about the world around them.  Parents comment very positively on the childminder's care for their children and the learning opportunities that she provides. She shares detailed information about their children's day, well-being and progress. She explains the activities children take part in,

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This provision is good

so that parents are able to continue this learning using similar methods at home.  Children quickly build secure emotional bonds with the childminder. She is highly responsive to their needs and is kind and caring towards them.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet established a more focused programme of professional development to help her to drive forward future improvements.  At times, the childminder does not sharply focus her future activity planning on children's next steps in learning, to help children to make rapid progress.

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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

 embed the current programme of professional development to continually update knowledge, and to achieve and sustain a higher quality of provision  focus more precisely on planning activities for children's next steps in learning so that they are challenged at a higher level to make rapid progress.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outside, and assessed the impact that this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. She evaluated a focused activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, children's records and a selection of policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other household members.  The inspector took account of the views of parents provided through written testimonials.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Since the last inspection, the childminder has provided Ofsted with the information needed to complete appropriate suitability checks for all adults living on the premises and updated her first-aid qualification. She maintains a safe environment and is vigilant in her supervision of children. The childminder knows the procedures to follow should she have concerns about children's welfare. She has recently reviewed her policies, ensuring that they reflect the most recent guidance and legislation, and she has shared these with parents.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a secure understanding of the age group she is working with. She gets to know children well. Ongoing observations and assessments of children's development, enable her to quickly identify any gaps in their learning. She works closely alongside parents to swiftly seek advice from other professionals when necessary and establish strategies to help all children make good progress. The childminder skilfully adapts activities and sensitively encourages children to try new experiences, such as sensory play. They eagerly join in water play with bubbles, having fun splashing. Children demonstrate good hand-to-eye coordination and hand strength while using tools, such as pipettes to transfer water to different containers. They have many opportunities to develop their early writing skills. The childminder comments on their play, asks questions and uses a variety of words to add to children's increasing vocabulary.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminding setting is very much led by children. Children independently make choices and decisions about what they would like to play with. The childminder supports them by giving plenty of time and attention. She provides frequent praise and encouragement, to help children to recognise their achievements and boost their self- esteem. Children follow the childminder's guidance and the boundaries set. They spend a lot of time outdoors in the fresh air and being physically active. Outings to the park, soft- play area and pre-school groups provide children with opportunities to develop their physical skills and help them to learn about the community in which they live.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are progressing well from their starting points. They engage well and are eager to learn. Younger children socialise well, enjoying the company of older children after school. Children manage their self-care skills relevant to their age and demonstrate emerging independence. They count and identify colours during their play and learn about different sizes. Children learn key skills to help them to prepare for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY462547 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 1083636 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 17 January 2017

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Norwich. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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