Childminder EY500396

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 June 2018 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 is enthusiastic and clearly enjoys working with children. She is keen to continue her own professional development. The childminder attends groups and networking opportunities in her local area and undertakes appropriate and relevant training.  The childminder completes accurate assessments of children's progress. She uses the information she gathers to identify children's next steps in learning.  The childminder provides a welcoming, homely environment. Children have access to a wide range of resources inside and outdoors. Young children are happy and settled. They demonstrate a strong sense of emotional security and confidence.  The childminder provides support for children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities. She works together with parents and other professionals to provide tailored support that leads to improved outcomes for children.  The childminder works effectively with other early years providers. She shares

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This provision is good

information regarding children's learning and development to support continuity of care and complement children's learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not gather detailed information about children's existing skills and abilities when they first start attending the setting.  Self-evaluation does not consistently include the views of parents and is not specifically targeted and precise enough to raise the quality of the provision to an even higher level.

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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

 gather more precise information about what children know and can do on entry to the setting to support and extend their learning even further  use self-evaluation more effectively to identify highly focused targets for improvement to help achieve even better outcomes for children.

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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 checked evidence of 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 identifies the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. She is clear about the procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child's welfare. She ensures that her premises are safe, taking steps to reduce or remove any potential risks to children. The childminder is well organised, helping to underpin the smooth running of her setting. She keeps her knowledge up to date of any legislative changes and understands how these will impact on her provision. She has recently reviewed her policies to reflect the changes in handling children's information and data.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The experienced and well-qualified childminder has a secure understanding of how young children learn. She continually encourages young children's emerging language development. Children eagerly look at books and enjoy listening to stories. They talk about what they see in the pictures and make connections with the world around them. Young children are beginning to engage in imaginative play. They recreate their experience of a trip to a farm, pretending to feed farm animals. The childminder is enthusiastic and becomes involved in children's play. Children excitedly name familiar animals and make animal noises. The childminder supports children effectively to reach the next stage in their learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are gaining an understanding of how regular exercise and a balanced diet contribute to a healthy lifestyle. They relish the opportunity for fresh air and exercise. Children enjoy playing in the garden and taking the childminder's dog for walks to the local park. The childminder is a positive role model. She sets clear, age-appropriate boundaries. The childminder often praises the children for their achievements, building their confidence and self-esteem. Children enjoy attending local community groups where they meet with others. This provides children with opportunities to socialise in larger groups and form new friendships.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children, including those who have special educational needs and/or disabilities, make good progress from their starting points. Children are enthusiastic learners who are very keen to engage in a good range of activities and experiences that helps them to build on what they already know and can do. Children enjoy practising early writing. They are keen to make marks with chalks, brushes and water. They count and use mathematical language with increasing understanding and confidence as they play. Children learn to respect and embrace each other's differences. The childminder provides resources and activities that help to teach children about other people and the wider world. Children are acquiring the key skills needed for their next stage in learning and development, such as their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY500396 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 1053052 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Selston, Nottinghamshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years 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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Telephone number

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