Childminder in Derbyshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 May 2018 2 September 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

 The childminder is well organised. She implements and maintains comprehensive policies, procedures and records that help to promote children's safety, welfare and learning. The childminder has a good understanding of the types of events that need to be notified to Ofsted.  The well-qualified childminder continually develops her knowledge and skills to improve her practice. She uses the knowledge she gains from completing training to develop a greater understanding of how she can support children's individual learning styles.  The childminder has dedicated play space in her home to allow a greater range of activities and learning opportunities for children. She shares planned activities and provides ideas for parents to continue their children's learning at home.  Children make good progress from their starting points. They show curiosity and remain engaged in activities for long periods of time, relative to their age. Children

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This provision is good

demonstrate a positive attitude towards learning.  The childminder regularly takes children to community and childminding groups. Children develop good social skills. They learn to mix with children of different ages and have opportunities to build friendships with others.  The childminder understands that children benefit from continuity in their care and learning. She has effective systems in place to maintain a two-way flow of information with other settings that children attend.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, the childminder does not maximise opportunities to encourage children to think for themselves, solve problems, and extend and develop their own ideas further.

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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

 recognise when children need more time to think for themselves, solve problems and extend their own ideas and learning further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to parents and took account of their views.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities 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 the 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 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 has a clear understanding of local safeguarding procedures. She knows the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and who to report any concerns to. The childminder undertakes regular risk assessments to ensure the environment is safe for children. She regularly seeks the views of parents and children as a means to identify areas for improvement, identify any gaps in her provision and enhance outcomes for children. Parents are highly complimentary about the care and learning opportunities their children receive. They say that they are delighted with the care and learning provided and that their children enjoy coming to the childminder's home.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder builds effective partnerships with parents. She values the information they share about their child's ongoing learning and development. The childminder observes children as they play, regularly assesses their progress and plans effectively to support their individual next steps in learning. Children enjoy moulding play dough using their hands and rollers. The childminder models clear language and key words to children. Children demonstrate great enjoyment during activities and laugh and smile in delight as they make bubbles in the water tray. The childminder provides commentary while they are playing, giving them lots of praise and encouragement. The childminder understands how to supervise the work of her assistant to ensure children have consistent teaching.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a good role model for children. She is kind and attentive, giving clear, consistent messages to help them understand how to behave well. They are supported to take turns and listen to others. Children receive lots of praise in recognition of their efforts and achievements. Good settling-in procedures help to ensure that children feel comfortable and at ease from the outset. Children develop close attachments with the childminder. They readily seek her out for cuddles, comfort and reassurance when needed. The childminder provides many opportunities for children to learn about the world around them. Children delight in going for nature walks and taking part in forest school sessions.

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Outcomes for children are good

The childminder prepares children well for their move to school. They demonstrate the characteristics of effective learning. Children have many opportunities to make marks and to see print in the environment. They use mathematical language during play. Children confidently count and name different shapes. They develop an awareness of healthy lifestyles and are becoming independent in their personal hygiene routines. Children wash their hands thoroughly before mealtimes and enjoy choosing from a range of fresh fruit at snack time.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY475683 Local authority Nottingham City Inspection number 1105797 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 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 2 September 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Nottingham. She operates all year round, from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She 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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