Childminder 207866

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 31 July 2017 19 October 2016

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 worked hard to address the action raised at her last inspection. She has gained a greater understanding of her role in providing good-quality teaching and learning experiences for children. Children make good progress given their starting points and capabilities. They are well prepared for their future learning.  Children's behaviour is appropriate for their age. The childminder is a good role model for children. She helps them to share, take turns and be polite. The childminder offers encouragement to children and gives them lots of praise. This helps to promote their confidence and sense of self-esteem.  The childminder has effective systems in place for the monitoring of her assistant's performance. They complete further training and carry out research to develop their knowledge and teaching skills. The childminder ensures that there is a collaborative and consistent approach to children's care and learning.

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This provision is good

 The childminder offers a wide range of opportunities to help children learn about the world around them. Children enjoy visiting groups, local attractions and the park.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, the childminder does not challenge children to solve problems and further develop their thinking skills.  The childminder's evaluation of the service provided is not yet sharply focused to enable her to identify priorities precisely, in order to raise the quality of the provision to an outstanding 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

 provide more opportunities for children to develop their thinking and problem-solving skills  use self-evaluation more precisely to identify priorities for future improvements, in order to further enhance the quality of teaching and learning and raise the provision to a higher level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities 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 and her assistant keep up to date with changes in legislation. The childminder has a secure knowledge of the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect and how to keep children safe. She has a clear understanding of the process to follow should she need to report any concerns about a child's well-being. The childminder tracks children's progress in all areas of their development. She completes the required progress check for children aged between two and three years. She knows how to access further support for children in order to close any gaps in their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder gathers detailed information about children's previous development and achievements when they first start at her setting. She completes thorough observations and assessments of children's learning and interests. She uses this information to plan for children's future progress. Children are motivated to learn and are provided with a wide range of enjoyable activities to meet their individual needs. Children persevere well during planned activities and maintain concentration for a good amount of time in relation to their age. They really enjoy planting seeds and relish pretending to be shopkeepers. The childminder has established good relationships with parents and keeps them well informed of their children's progress. She has frequent discussions with them about their children's development and well-being. This helps them to continue their child's learning at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children form close attachments to the caring childminder and build strong friendships with other children. The childminder provides a warm, safe and stimulating environment for the children. She makes thorough checks of her home and garden to ensure children can play safely. The childminder helps children to develop a good understanding of leading a healthy lifestyle. For example, children from a young age learn to wash their own hands to get rid of any germs. The childminder encourages children to try a wide range of nutritious foods at lunchtime and she provides opportunities for physical exercise. Children delight in playing football and going to look at the cows in the field.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children learn to be independent and enjoy learning through play. They are motivated and show enthusiasm as they take part in a balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities. Children make good progress in all areas of their learning and work comfortably within the stages of development expected for their age. They are developing a wide range of skills that prepares them well for their next stage in learning, including the move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 207866 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 1107484 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 11 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 11

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 19 October 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1988 and lives in Chesterfield. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder occasionally works with an assistant.

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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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