Childminder EY487666

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 July 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 knows children very well. Activities are closely linked to children's known interests. This helps them become deeply engrossed in their play.  Children's behaviour is very good and the childminder ensures they clearly understand what is expected of them. She skilfully fosters children's self-esteem and emotional well-being. The childminder is calm, attentive and encouraging.  The childminder regularly takes children out into the community. She teaches them about the differences and similarities between themselves and others. This helps them to develop an awareness of different people and diverse ways of life.  The childminder carries out robust risk assessments and daily checks on the indoor and outdoor areas. This helps her to quickly identify any potential hazards and minimise risks to children.  Partnerships with parents are positive and they are involved in their children's learning.

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This provision is good

Parents comment that they are very happy with the care provided for their children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, the childminder does not extend children's thinking skills during play to further develop their problem-solving skills.  The childminder has not yet fully embedded her professional development opportunities in her practice, to help her enhance her teaching skills to an even higher 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

 explore ways to extend children's ability to think more critically and solve problems, to help strengthen their learning opportunities  maximise opportunities for continuous professional development so that teaching skills are improved to an outstanding level.

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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 looked at children's records, planning and a range of documentation, including the childminder's policies and procedures.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of parents' views from testimonials and questionnaires.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder keeps up to date to ensure that she is fully informed of any new guidance and legislation. She has a good understanding of the procedures to follow should she have a concern about the welfare of a child in her care. The childminder is committed to continually improving her practice. She regularly reflects upon and evaluates her work. The childminder takes into account the views of parents and children. This helps her to provide good standards of care and learning which meet the individual needs of the children who attend. The childminder observes, assesses and tracks the progress that children make. This helps her to ensure any gaps in children's learning are quickly identified, so she can provide any additional support needed.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses good methods of teaching to extend children's learning. She plans a wide range of activities, which she specifically designs to meet the children's individual development and interests. She is flexible in her planning; when printing with paints, she is able to adjust activities quickly in order to follow children's curiosities. She uses her observations well to monitor and identify children's next steps in learning. Consequently, all learning environments are stimulating and she offers age-appropriate challenges. Children show good levels of concentration and focus during play.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a welcoming, homely environment. Effective settling-in procedures ensure that children form attachments with the childminder. Children are happy, confident, self-assured and demonstrate a strong sense of belonging. The childminder helps children learn to manage their behaviour and sets clear boundaries and rules. The childminder helps children develop an understanding of healthy lifestyles. Snacks offered are nutritious and varied. Children benefit from regular outdoor play in the fresh air. There are trips to local parks and activities in the garden. These help children to develop their physical skills and understand about taking risks as they play and have fun.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in their learning and development based on their starting points. They are motivated to learn and engage well with adults and their peers. Children develop the skills needed for their next stage in learning and eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY487666 Local authority Nottingham City Inspection number 1013000 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 5

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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 Nottingham. The childminder is operating all year round, working flexibly from 6.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, including bank 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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