Childminder EY488607

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 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 is skilled at supporting children's early language development. She successfully uses repetition, responds to the sounds babies make and engages with older children in conversations.  The childminder forms strong relationships with the children. This supports their emotional well-being and builds a secure basis from which they are ready and able to learn.  The childminder uses effective systems for assessing children's progress. She has a good knowledge of children's development and, generally, uses this successfully to move them forward in their learning.  The childminder effectively promotes children's self-esteem and sense of belonging. Children confidently explore the range of activities on offer and enjoy trying new experiences.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always organise or make the best use of planned activities to incorporate what she knows about children's individual learning and interests to help sustain their concentration and motivation to learn.  The childminder's strategies for involving parents in their children's learning are not always as successful as possible.  The childminder has not established a fully focused programme of professional development to further enhance the quality of teaching.

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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

 review the organisation of planned activities to better meet children's interests and learning needs to help sustain their motivation and concentration  develop more effective ways to encourage parents to be involved in their children's learning  develop an ongoing programme of professional development to further raise the quality of teaching and the learning outcomes for children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  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 spoke to children during the inspection.  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 arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a sound knowledge of child protection. She has a good understanding of her responsibilities to report any concerns about a child's welfare. Children are supervised well as they play and explore. Policies and procedures are regularly reviewed and underpin effective practice. The childminder efficiently maintains all required records. The childminder regularly reviews her play provision and effectively revitalises her play areas. This creates a wider range of stimulating experiences for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is well qualified and has a good understanding of how children learn, overall. She knows what children can do and what they need to learn next. Younger children have many opportunities to hear and repeat new words and to develop their speech and language skills. The childminder plays alongside them and responds to what they say. This helps children to develop confidence to start to share their views. The childminder is keen to provide interesting experiences for children. For example, she helps to support their sensory skills. Older children enjoy exploring water, paint and chalks while babies keenly discover using treasure baskets. Children enjoy making marks as they use paint to make footprints on paper and draw on easels. Children respond well to the opportunities to be physically active. They join in with action songs and use musical instruments with enthusiasm.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a welcoming, well-organised environment for children. She gains relevant information from parents about their child's care needs and routines and successfully manages these. This helps children to settle in their new surrounding and to build good relationships with the childminder. Children explore their environment with increased confidence and make independent choices in their play. The childminder provides children with opportunities to learn about the wider world and to develop social skills during regular outings in the community.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children progress well for their age and stage of development. They are curious and play with toys and resources to develop new interests. They follow instructions well and have good opportunities to develop their early writing skills during their creative activities. They gain an awareness of the needs of others. Children learn how to share, take turns and behave well. They develop self-care skills and a knowledge of how to manage their hygiene effectively. Children gain good skills that prepare them well for their next stages in learning and eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY488607 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 1011779 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 4 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 4

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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 Carlton. She operates all year round from 6.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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Telephone number

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