Childminder in Nottingham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 October 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 provides a wealth of interesting resources which children access independently. She plans and thoughtfully sets out a wide range of activities that link with children's interests.  Children develop close emotional attachments to the childminder, who is extremely caring and sensitive to their needs. They demonstrate that they feel safe and secure in the childminder's care as they settle quickly and enthusiastically engage in activities.  The childminder maintains all documents, qualifications and records needed to underpin good provision for children's welfare and learning. She checks that statutory requirements are being met as part of her reflection, to maintain good quality provision.  Children frequently access a well-resourced outdoor area, where they can be physically active and use their imaginations. Children enjoy many varied and interesting trips and visits in the local community.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children are not always given sufficient time to become fully absorbed in activities of their own choosing and to develop their concentration skills.  On occasions, the childminder does not give children sufficient time to think and respond to her questions and prompts.  The childminder's strategies for involving parents in their children's learning are not yet as successful as possible.

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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 children develop their concentration skills and allow them enough time to fully explore their chosen activities before offering alternatives  strengthen teaching skills and give children plenty of time to respond to questions and prompts that support their developing thinking skills  explore more effective ways to encourage parents to be involved in their children's learning.

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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 has a robust understanding of child protection issues. She knows what to do should she be worried about a child's welfare or safety. The childminder has high expectations of what children can achieve and completes regular assessments to monitor their progress. This helps her to plan activities that help ensure that all children make good progress. The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements she must meet. She accesses training to ensure her knowledge is up to date and her skills are improving. She exchanges information and ideas with other childminders locally. The childminder reflects on her practice and identifies where improvements can be made.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans activities that stimulate and motivate children. She sings familiar songs, provides running commentaries and encourages children's interest in books. This helps to promote children's early listening and understanding skills. Children draw on their own experiences as they engage in small-world activities and role play. They take delight in discovering and investigating the good range of pots, pans and other role-play resources as they explore the play kitchen. The childminder facilitates and extends children's learning, for instance, as she encourages them to 'cook dinner' and feed the dolls. She effectively promotes children's imaginative play and creative skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy, settled and confident. The childminder is sensitive to children's needs and feelings. She works closely with parents to support children's care needs. The childminder provides a consistent, positive approach to managing children's behaviour and is a good role model. She offers gentle reassurance and praise whenever it is needed. This helps to contribute to children's high levels of self-esteem and confidence. Children's social skills and awareness of the wider community are well supported. They enjoy regular visits to the local toddler group and library, and meet up with other local childminders to enable minded children to play together. Children learn about the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle. They have regular access to physical exercise and actively learn about the world around them. Children enjoy visits to the park and planned nature walks to search for leaves and conkers.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are curious and active learners. They enjoy trying new experiences and are confident in new social situations. They welcome visitors and interact positively with them. Children show a desire to explore freely and independently. They are clearly happy and communicate their enthusiasm during familiar games, such as finding different parts of their body. Children take small, well-managed risks, developing their strength and coordination. They learn the basis for managing their safety independently. All children are motivated to learn and develop the skills they need for future learning and their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY491068 Local authority Nottingham City Inspection number 1025842 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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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. She operates all year round from 8am to 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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