Childminder 506417

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 September 2017 6 February 2015

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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 plans a broad range of interesting learning experiences and activities that children enjoy, which effectively supports them to make good progress.  Children learn to understand the boundaries and rules within the setting. The childminder acts as a good role model and uses frequent praise and encouragement.  The childminder has a secure understanding of the different ways young children learn. She provides an effective balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities that help children to make good progress in their learning.  The childminder supports children to develop good communication and language skills. She constantly asks them questions, introduces new words and vocabulary, and shows careful interest in what children have to say.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently gather detailed information from parents about children's development when they first start, to help her plan effectively for their individual needs.  Self-evaluation does not identify priorities for improvement that help to raise the quality of the setting to an outstanding level.  The childminder's professional development in not focused well enough on developing her teaching practice to continually promote improvement in children's learning.

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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

 gather more detailed information about children's individual skills and capabilities when they first start  enhance the arrangements for self-evaluation and sharply focus on targeting areas for improvement that raise the quality of the provision to an outstanding level  enhance professional development and focus more precisely on developing teaching practice to continually promote improvement in the quality of learning experiences offered to 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 is fully aware of how to protect children from harm and neglect. She knows who to contact if she has any concerns or issues. The childminder reviews children's development and monitors the progress they make towards the early learning goals. This helps her to swiftly identify and address any gaps in learning. Information is shared with parents regarding children's learning and development in the setting. The childminder understands the importance of building effective relationships with other settings children attend to provide consistency in their learning. She seeks the views of children and parents to identify some areas for improvement.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder closely follows children's preferences and interests, and provides them with a well-resourced play environment. Conversations, both planned and spontaneous, help to extend children's understanding of new words and build on their increasing vocabulary. Children engage in imaginative play, based on first-hand experiences. For example, they play with role-play resources and confidently pretend to make tea. The childminder extends children's learning as they play. For example, they learn to count and recognise shape and colour during construction play. The childminder encourages children to be creative. They enjoy painting pasta and experimenting with different resources to make musical shakers.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are welcomed into the childminder's friendly home environment. They quickly form strong relationships with the childminder and show motivation and confidence when exploring the toys and equipment available. Children behave well and develop good social skills. They learn how to help keep themselves safe. For example, they learn how to cross the road safely when walking from nursery with the childminder. Regular outdoor play activities in the garden or at the park provide fresh air and exercise and help support children's good physical development. The childminder provides a range of opportunities for children to be independent. They attend to their own personal needs, such as using the toilet and understand the importance of washing their hands afterwards.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are enthusiastic learners, who are keen to engage in a good range of suitably challenging activities. They become confident communicators as they constantly practise their good speaking and language skills. Children demonstrate excellent social skills and form strong relationships. They reveal high levels of confidence and self-esteem as they talk to the childminder about their preferences, ideas and home events. Children are well equipped with the key skills needed for future learning and their eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 506417 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 1091122 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 6 February 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2001 and lives in Cotgrave, Nottinghamshire. She operates all year round from 7am to 5.30pm, 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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