Childminder EY453657

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 October 2017 1 February 2017

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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 closely with the local authority and addressed the actions from the previous inspection. Toys and resources are easily accessible to allow children to successfully make choices in their play.  The experienced childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She plans challenging and stimulating experiences that children enjoy across all areas of learning.  The childminder shares information with parents from the start. She establishes children's routines, care needs and their interests. She exchanges information with them and builds on the learning that children enjoy at home.  Children thrive in a nurturing, child-centred family home. The childminder provides a warm, welcoming environment where children settle quickly. Children demonstrate that they have a close attachment to the childminder. They regularly show affection towards her and give the childminder cuddles.

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This provision is good

 The childminder consistently implements clear boundaries. Children are well behaved and are encouraged to use good manners.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder asks questions in quick succession. Children do not fully have time to think about how to respond to the questions posed.  The childminder does not consistently provide enough opportunities for older children to fully extend their independence.

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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 children with even more opportunities that help them formulate their answers and respond to questions posed  provide even more opportunities for children to be independent and to do things for themselves.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to parents during the inspection and took account of the written views of parents.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors 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 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 qualifications of the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder keeps up to date with changes to legislation and knows the correct procedures to follow if she had any concerns about a child in her care. She carefully assesses risk and minimises potential hazards to provide a safe environment for children. The childminder successfully reflects on her practice to make enhancements to her provision. She takes account of the views of parents and children as part of this process. Parents state that they are extremely happy with the care provided for their children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder monitors children's progress effectively. She uses assessment information well to identify any emerging gaps in their progress and to prioritise next steps in their learning. Children enjoy listening to the childminder as she reads a story. As she reads, she uses a range of voices and tones to differentiate between the different characters. Children stay engaged and join in by anticipating repeated words and phrases. They enjoy playing with scented dough. Children practise their small-muscle skills as they pat, roll and cut the dough. They eagerly complete jigsaw puzzles. The childminder encourages children to think and to solve problems. Children concentrate well, showing sustained interest in their chosen activities. The childminder has established effective partnerships with other settings that children attend and exchanges relevant information with teachers. This helps her to complement children's learning and development while they are in her

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder promotes healthy lifestyles well. Children benefit from fresh air and exercise as they play outdoors and visit local places of interest. Children adopt good hygiene practice. They learn to wash their hands before eating and after toileting. They brush their teeth after meals. The childminder carefully plans menus to ensure that children receive a balanced diet. Children have good opportunities to learn about the world and explore the local community. This helps children to develop their social skills and positive attitudes towards others with different backgrounds.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning from their starting points. They are active and curious in their play. Children confidently explore their surroundings and use their imagination well to express themselves. They use a range of resources and materials to make marks and practise early writing. Children express a love of books and are developing their early literacy skills. They sing the words and make the correct actions to an increasing range of rhymes and songs. They listen to and follow instructions. Children develop early mathematical skills, such as counting and an understanding of shape. They gain confidence in their abilities and develop the skills needed for their move on to nursery and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY453657 Local authority Derby, City of Inspection number 1107838 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 1 February 2017

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Derby. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. She works with a co-childminder.

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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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