Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 March 2018 4 December 2017

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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 Requires improvement Outcomes for children Requires improvement

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

 The childminder does not make accurate assessments of what children know and can do. Therefore, information gained from the monitoring of children’s learning is not used reliably to help identify and address any gaps in their development.  Children’s understanding of the similarities and differences between people in the wider world are not promoted effectively.  The indoor learning environment is not consistently organised well enough to enable children to extend their learning.  Self-evaluation does not take account of ways in which weaknesses are addressed to promote children’s learning and development consistently.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder is kind and patient. She has positive relationships with children who have formed secure attachments to her.  The childminder builds positive partnerships with parents that enable a two-way flow of information.  The childminder has a sound understanding of how to safeguard children and the procedures to follow should she have concerns about their well-being.

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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

 implement an effective system of observation and assessment to gain an understanding of children's learning and to recognise any gaps in their development and achievements, so their next steps in learning can be identified and supported. 31/08/2018

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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

 increase children's opportunities to learn about other people, their similarities and differences to broaden their understanding of diversity  review and improve the organisation of space and resources to help children concentrate and extend their learning  strengthen the use of evaluation to help identify and address the areas of teaching and learning that require improvement to ensure good outcomes for children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder about her understanding of the early years foundation stage and how she safeguards children.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector looked at a selection of children's assessment records and policies and procedures and a range of other relevant documentation.  The inspector and the childminder discussed her self-evaluation, training she had undertaken since the last inspection and the support she has received from the local authority.  The inspector took account of the views of parents that were provided through the childminder's parental questionnaires.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management requires improvement

The childminder has worked with the local authority to address previous actions and she has made some improvements since the last inspection. However, the quality of teaching is not consistently good. Self-evaluation does not include sufficient reflection on weaknesses in teaching and learning and how these might be addressed to improve outcomes for children. Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has recently updated her knowledge of child protection through training. Her policy is in line with local safeguarding procedures. She understands what action to take if she is concerned about the welfare of a child in her care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment requires improvement

The childminder does not consistently use the information gained from observations and assessments to clearly identify children's capabilities and the next steps in their learning. As a result, she is not clear about specific priorities for children's learning and they do not make the progress they are capable of. However, the childminder does teach the basics well and, generally, helps to prepare children for their eventual move to school. Children enjoy outdoor play, including mark making with chalks, climbing and riding bicycles. The childminder talks to children as they play and introduces new vocabulary.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare require improvement

The childminder encourages children to share and take turns. Children are kind and caring to each other. They are praised for their attempts and achievements, helping to boost their confidence. Children's behaviour is good. They develop their independence skills well and the childminder gives them opportunities to make choices and decisions. For example, when children have lunch, they choose the sandwich they would like. However, children have few opportunities to learn about others in the community and to develop an understanding of different lifestyles.

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Outcomes for children require improvement

Outcomes for all children are not yet consistently good. Weaknesses in assessments and available resources mean children do not make the progress they are capable of. However, children learn some skills that help to prepare them for the next stage in their learning and starting school. They have opportunities to make marks and practise their early writing skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY360591 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 1119529 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 16 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 4 December 2017

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Clipstone village. She operates all year round from 7am to 6.30pm, Monday to Saturday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. She holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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