Childminder EY495838

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 February 2018 Not applicable

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management Requires improvement Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Requires improvement Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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Outcomes for children Requires improvement

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This provision requires improvement. It is not yet good because:

 The childminder does not effectively assess children's learning to accurately plan activities that interest and challenge them appropriately. She does not have a suitable understanding of the required progress check for children aged between two and three years old and, therefore, does not identify gaps in children's learning and development.  Although the childminder makes some evaluation of her practice, she does not always do so effectively to help her develop her teaching further. She does not include the views of all parents and children to fully support her continuous improvement.  The childminder does not always gather sufficient information from parents regarding children's capabilities on entry. In addition, she does not consistently share information with other settings children attend to complement their learning further.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder uses her daily interactions with children to help them to learn and develop. For example, she asks children questions that take account of their age and which help to build on what they already know.  The childminder builds warm bonds with the children in her care. Children show that they trust her to look after them well and that they thoroughly enjoy their time in her home.  The childminder teaches children about acceptable behaviour well. Children respond well to her calm and consistent approach and behave well for their age.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage the provider must:

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Due Date

 develop the use of assessments to identify children's learning and stages of development and use the information to plan challenging and enjoyable learning experiences to help all children make progress 08/03/2018

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Due Date

 develop awareness of the requirements of the required progress check for children aged between two and three years old. 08/03/2018

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Due Date

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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Due Date

 develop self-evaluation to identify areas to further improve teaching and outcomes for children and include the views of parents and children  develop the system for gathering information from parents about children's capabilities when they start  enhance partnership working by sharing information with other early years settings that children attend so there is a consistent approach to their learning and development.

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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 spoke to children and the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector conducted a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents and other providers expressed in written form.  The inspector looked at children's development files, planning and policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management requires improvement

The childminder does not use self-evaluation to its full effect, she does not include the views of parents and children or identify areas for improvement. In addition, the childminder has not established links with other settings where children also attend to help support continuity in their care and learning. The childminder understands her role in keeping children safe. She has an appropriate understanding of the signs which could indicate that a child is at risk of harm. The childminder knows the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare. Safeguarding is effective. She carries out daily checks to help her provide a safe environment for children. The childminder is aware to monitor the practice of her assistant to ensure children receive high-quality care and support.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment requires improvement

The childminder exchanges information about the children with their parents on a daily basis. However, she does not gather sufficient information when children start to find out what they already know and can do to help her identify their starting points in learning. The childminder does not have a suitable understanding of the requirement to complete a written progress check for children aged between two and three years. This means she does not identify any gaps in their learning to help all children make consistent progress. Despite this, children enjoy the activities the childminder provides. For example, they enjoy exploring the musical instruments and the different sounds they make. They use their imaginative skills as they pretend to feed and dress the dolls. Children are creative as they draw pictures. They have fun making cakes. The childminder uses these opportunities to support children's mathematical development appropriately.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children form strong emotional bonds with the childminder. She teaches children how to manage their own personal needs, such as handwashing before eating. Children develop a good awareness of how to stay safe, for example, as they practise emergency evacuation drills with the childminder. The childminder responds to the children's needs appropriately, offering regular drinks, food and rest to support their well-being. She takes them on outings to groups and play areas to help support their health and physical development and this also provides opportunities to socialise with others.

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Outcomes for children require improvement

Weaknesses in assessments and planning do not consistently help children to make the good progress that they are capable of. However, children gain some skills that help to prepare them for the next stages of their learning. Children make choices to help support their independence as they choose toys that they would like to play with. For instance, they are keen to carry out appropriate tasks, such as helping to prepare meals and tidy up.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY495838 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 1031899 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 12 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 Retford, Nottinghamshire. The childminder operates all year round from 6am to 8pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She occasionally works on a Saturday. The childminder very 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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