Childminder EY466631

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 September 2017 13 February 2014

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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 clearly demonstrates her passion and enthusiasm for her role. She strives for continual improvement. The childminder seeks out professional development opportunities to enhance her skills and knowledge.  The experienced childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop. She completes regular observations and accurately monitors children's development. The childminder plans experiences that build on children's interests and extend their learning.  The childminder is a good role model for children. She is sensitive and caring. Her expectations for children's behaviour are clear and consistent. The childminder frequently praises children's willingness to have a go at new tasks and their good behaviour. This helps to build their sense of achievement and strong self-esteem.  Children enjoy a range of outings in the local community. Regular trips help to enhance

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This provision is good

children's experiences and enable them to learn about the world around them.  Where there are instances of shared care, the childminder has developed good links with pre-schools and schools. With permission from parents, she shares information about children's learning and development with other settings. This helps to provide continuity in their learning and development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not involve parents as fully as possible in helping her assess what children already know and can do when they first join the setting.

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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

 help parents to play a bigger part in the assessment process, encouraging them to share more information about what their children already know and can do when they first join the setting.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector took account of the written views of parents.  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 spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members over 16 years of age and checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of the signs that indicate a child might be at risk from harm and of current child protection issues. Policies and procedures are kept up to date. Risk assessments are an integral feature in the childminder's daily practice, and she responds effectively to minimise hazards and keep children safe. The childminder evaluates her practice accurately and targets areas for improvement effectively. Parents' feedback is positive and reflects the good care and support their children receive.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses her voice well to develop a sense of anticipation and excitement as she reads stories. Children listen attentively as they excitedly predict what is going to happen and recall events from the story. The childminder introduces ideas and new words as children play. She asks questions that encourage children's thinking about what they are doing, and she successfully extends their vocabulary and understanding. Children handle seashells with delight, talking about the markings on them and using newly acquired vocabulary to describe the spiral pattern. They express their creativity and enjoy sensory experiences. Children engage in art and craft activities and explore textures as they cut and mould dough. Parents are provided with daily verbal feedback and have regular opportunities to look at photographs and children's development records. This helps to ensure that they are kept well informed of their child's progress.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy to see the childminder when they arrive at her home and demonstrate their obvious affection for her. She is sensitive to children's individual needs. She regularly provides cuddles and encouragement. The childminder supports children to learn how to lead healthy lifestyles. Children relish the opportunity to spend time outside playing in the garden and they enjoy going on to walks to parks and local places of interest. They follow good hygiene practices as part of everyday routines and manage their self-care with confidence. Children enjoy freshly prepared, nutritious meals and snacks. The childminder takes children to local groups. Children learn to play cooperatively with other children and develop friendships.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points and develop a range of skills that prepares them well for their future learning and for school. Resources are easily accessible, meaning that children can make choices about their play. There are wide- ranging opportunities for mark making and for older children to practise writing. Children understand that print carries meaning and have free access to an extensive range of books. Their early mathematical skills are developing as the childminder incorporates numbers, counting, shape and size into everyday routines and activities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY466631 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 1102612 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 13 February 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Edwalton, Nottingham. She operates her provision all year round from 7.30am until 6pm 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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