Childminder EY486218

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 June 2017 Not applicable

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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 developed positive relationships with parents. She shares information with them to help promote children's learning and development.  Young children demonstrate that they have a close attachment with the childminder in response to her kind and caring approach. They show affection and give the childminder cuddles when needing reassurance or when they are tired.  The childminder gives children opportunities to socialise with others, for example, at local toddler groups. She encourages them to share and make friendships.  Children make good progress in their learning. The childminder uses assessments effectively to help identify children's levels of learning and any gaps in their development.  Children engage in a wide range of challenging activities that is based on their current interests. They become absorbed in activities and are supported to persevere and build on their existing skills and knowledge.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, the childminder does not ask questions that encourage children to think for themselves, in order to extend their speaking skills further.  The childminder's programme of professional development is not meticulously focused on raising the quality of her teaching to the highest possible level.

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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

 extend opportunities for children to respond to questions to help develop and extend their thinking and speaking skills  enhance professional development activities and focus more precisely on improving teaching skills to an even higher level.

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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. She also spoke to the children throughout the inspection.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.  The inspector discussed the children's progress and their learning records with the childminder. She also discussed the planning.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about her policies and procedures, including her safeguarding procedure and self-evaluation. She also checked the childminder's suitability and qualifications.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a clear understanding of safeguarding issues and the procedures to follow if she has a concern about a child's welfare. She has a thorough understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse. The childminder carries out detailed risk assessments to minimise potential hazards and maintain a safe environment for children. The childminder demonstrates a strong capacity to improve. She continually evaluates her provision to help improve her service. She gathers regular feedback from parents and children to help with the process. The childminder works closely with the local school and exchanges relevant information to promote continuity in children's care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a secure knowledge of how children play. She provides a wide range of opportunities to promote learning. The childminder follows children's lead and skilfully interacts to extend activities and challenge them appropriately. She provides running commentaries during their play and repeats words for young children to copy. The childminder plans activities which excite and motivate children to learn. For example, children explore paint pots and paint. They mix the paint and take off and put on the lids of the pots with enthusiasm and excitement. They then use their small-muscle skills well to use the paint brush to paint a picture.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder's home is well organised. Children choose from the wide variety of resources available, helping develop their independence. Overall, children behave well. They play alongside each other and support each other during activities. The childminder is a good role model and encourages them to use their manners and be kind to others. The childminder provides regular outings for children to enjoy. They have opportunities to be active and develop good physical skills and lifestyles. Children learn about how to keep themselves safe. For example, the childminder reminds them to be careful as they negotiate the step outside. Transfers to other settings are well organised and provide smooth moves when the time occurs.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children settle quickly and are happy and comfortable in the environment. They are making good progress in their learning. They are developing key skills for future learning. They have a deep interest in books and sit and concentrate as they listen to stories. Children are eager to learn and show enthusiasm as they explore the activities on offer. For example, they enjoy learning about how the water wheel turns and splashes the water.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY486218 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 1009517 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 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Belper. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. She holds a relevant childcare 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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