Childminder EY433849

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 June 2018 8 December 2015

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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 provides a child-centred environment and relaxed approach to learning. She understands how children learn and develop, providing high-quality experiences that engage the children well and support all areas of their learning.  The childminder has formed strong relationships with the children. They benefit from being cared for in a caring and nurturing environment where they feel safe and secure. The childminder is a good role model, who teaches children to be kind and caring towards one another and helps them to build friendships.  Partnerships with parents are positive. Comments from parents show how much they value and appreciate the good care and learning opportunities the childminder provides for their children. They praise the daily communication and photographs of their children enjoying activities and say how pleased they are with their children's progress.  Children's welfare and safety are given high priority. The childminder teaches children

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This provision is good

well to adopt safe behaviours. For example, she discourages children from carrying out actions, such as running indoors or putting toys in their mouths, to help them to acquire a good knowledge of how to keep themselves and others safe.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always promote children's ability to listen and concentrate, as she does not consider the impact of background noise on their learning.  Children who prefer to learn outdoors do not always have access to rich and stimulating experiences that fully extend their learning.

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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

 extend opportunities for children to develop their listening and concentration skills to the highest level  enrich the opportunities for children who enjoy learning outdoors, with a wider range of experiences to help follow their interests.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outside, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. She evaluated a focused activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation and children's records. She discussed the childminder's policies and procedures with her.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents provided through written testimonials.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and understands wider issues surrounding child protection. She knows the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder is committed to providing high-quality care and education for all children. She uses effective strategies to develop her professional knowledge and skills, using what she has learned to improve practice. For example, she gathers detailed information of children's achievements on entry, so that she can effectively monitor their ongoing progress.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder purposefully promotes children's learning through supported child-led play and free exploration. She makes regular observations and accurate assessments of children's development. This enables her to plan activities around children's interests that support their next steps in learning. The childminder gets down to children's level and is playful in her interactions, which, in turn, stimulates children to join in. For example, children eagerly explore sensory materials and use these within their imaginative play. The childminder talks to children constantly and responds positively to emerging words. She introduces mathematical language and counting as children play. Children show an eagerness to investigate and learn how things work. They express their excitement and sense of achievement when they copy the childminder to make their spinner fly across the garden. Children are very creative and show real pride in their achievements.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder clearly enjoys the company of the children in her care. They settle quickly, and are happy and relaxed in her home. The childminder builds children's confidence and self-esteem, giving meaningful praise for individual effort and good behaviour. Children willingly try new experiences. For example, they help to set up a 'teddy bears picnic' at snack time and enjoy this social occasion. The childminder supports children's health and well-being very effectively. Children learn good hygiene routines. They know to wear hats and apply sun cream before going outside on a sunny day, and to drink plenty of water. The childminder takes children out in the local community and plans activities that help to raise children's awareness of the world around them.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are gaining a solid foundation that helps prepare them for future learning and eventual move on to school. They manage their self-care skills well, and use the toilet and dress themselves with minimal support. Children develop good social skills, enjoy playing with their friends and confidently interact with adults. Children have plenty of opportunities to develop their small-muscle skills in preparation for early writing. They handle tools, such as glue sticks and pens, with increasing control and older children use some clearly identifiable letters when writing their names on their artwork.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY433849 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 1131547 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 8 December 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Dereham. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm on Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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