Childminder 252127

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 April 2018 16 June 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

 Children demonstrate that they feel valued and safe. They are developing high levels of self-esteem due to the childminder's sensitive and caring manner.  Good arrangements are in place to review the progress children make over time. This helps the childminder identify where children may require additional help and plan targeted improvements to narrow gaps in their learning.  The childminder provides many exciting learning opportunities, including trips to the library and nature walks. Children have good opportunities to learn about the wider community in which they live.  The childminder is a positive role model for children. She is warm and attentive, which helps children to feel secure. She genuinely enjoys playing alongside children and effectively role models how to explore and play with equipment.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not implement a targeted plan for professional development to continue to enhance her knowledge and skills and raise outcomes for children even further.  Although the childminder reflects on her practice, the arrangements for self-evaluation do not fully support her to identify precise areas for improvement.

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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

 consider a focused professional development programme that enhances knowledge and skills even further  improve the arrangements for self-evaluation to identify priorities for development and strengthen the capacity for continuous improvement.

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Inspection activities

 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 children during the inspection.  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 took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is aware of the signs of abuse and neglect and recognises what action to take if she has any concerns. She identifies the procedures to follow should an allegation be made against herself or a family member. The childminder has addressed recommendations well from her previous inspection to raise the outcomes for children. Children's progress is effectively monitored. The childminder identifies any weaker areas in children's learning. These areas are quickly noted and activities and resources are introduced to support and further strengthen children's development. Parents make regular contributions towards their children's learning. The childminder places great importance on providing regular feedback regarding children's progress, activities and care routines.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder fosters children's active learning and provides a range of interesting resources to encourage their involvement and extend their play. Children enjoy drawing pictures and cutting with scissors. The childminder adds a variety of objects to a water play activity to give children different experiences and challenges. Children use their imaginations and thoroughly enjoy pretend play. They 'prepare' lunch and make imaginary cups of tea in the outdoor playhouse. They join in and concentrate well as they listen to the childminder's enthusiastically delivered stories. Children develop good early speech and language skills. They involve themselves in conversation with the childminder, repeat words and phrases and begin to use descriptive vocabulary.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has a gentle and reassuring manner that helps to put children at ease. She provides comfort and reassurance when children are tired and ensures they get the rest they require. The childminder has a good understanding and uses a range of strategies to manage and promote positive behaviour. She offers children plenty of attention, praise and encouragement. This helps to build their confidence and sense of self-esteem. The childminder ensures children learn about safe and healthy lifestyles. She promotes good hygiene routines and children are offered gentle safety reminders as they play. Children have regular opportunities for physical exercise in the garden. They enjoy playing with water and learn how to negotiate space when using wheeled toys.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress. They show pleasure in activities and are enthusiastic to learn. They are interested and confident learners who engage well in their play. They enjoy looking at books on their own or with the childminder. Children listen to and follow simple instructions. They begin to use more complex sentences when talking, explaining what they are doing or recalling past experiences. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 252127 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 1087015 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 16 June 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1999. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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