Childminder EY536552

Inspection date 23 August 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is good

n The childminder works closely in partnership with parents. She has developed effective arrangements to share and exchange information with them to support the ongoing and changing needs of their children. n Children are happy and settled. There are warm and secure attachments between them and the childminder, who is kind and caring with them. n The childminder uses her observations of children's play well. She uses this information effectively to identify quickly all children's next steps in learning, to help them to make good progress. n Children's good health is promoted well. They have plenty of opportunities to play outside in the fresh air. The childminder encourages children's personal hygiene routines, such as handwashing before and after meals. n Children have good opportunities to explore a range of media and materials to encourage their creative and sensory development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n Sometimes, the childminder does not make the most of all opportunities to extend children's learning and challenge them even further. n The childminder has not fully explored ways to enhance her professional development to raise the quality of teaching to the highest 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

n make the most of all opportunities to enhance and extend children's learning further n strengthen the programme of professional development to help to raise the quality of teaching to the highest level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector and the childminder jointly evaluated an activity together. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and the children during the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the suitability of those living on the premises and of the qualifications of the childminder. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder completes training to make sure she is up to date with current child protection guidance, policies and procedures. She confidently knows what procedures she must follow to protect children, and to promote their safety and welfare. The childminder supervises children vigilantly and maintains detailed risk assessments. All the required records are maintained successfully and she implements her policies effectively. The childminder reflects well on her practice. She actively seeks the views of parents, children and other professionals to make improvements. Parents' written comments are very positive about the service the childminder provides. The childminder monitors the progress of children and quickly takes action to narrow any gaps in their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder understands the importance of gathering information from parents when their child first starts. She also shares ideas with them to help them to continue to support their child's learning at home. The childminder uses her skills and knowledge to provide interesting activities for the children and to build on their interests. For example, children show an interest in messy play. The childminder encourages them to share paint to help decorate stones. She repeats the names of the colours of the paint to support children's language development. Children show immense enjoyment and concentration during the activity. They confidently extend their own learning to support their early writing skills and physical development. Children quickly learn how to replace the tops on pens, once they have finished making marks with them.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children move around the childminder's home and garden freely. They use their large- muscle skills to move wheeled toys and climb the steps for the slide. Children develop their social skills well. They are developing close relationships with older children. They also spend time with children of a similar age at local community play sessions. Children behave well. The childminder praises children on their achievements, to help to raise their self-esteem and support their emotional well-being. Babies' routines and comforters are fully supported. For example, they have access to a family photo book to reassure them, should the need arise. Children enjoy healthy snacks. Babies confidently feed themselves with spoons.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They are prepared well for the next stage of their learning and for their eventual move on to school. Children are curious and active learners. They are well motivated and eagerly explore their surroundings. Children confidently make choices in their play and select the toys of their choice. Babies press buttons for cause and effect. They dig in the sand using spades and splash in the water.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY536552 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10059339 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Kirby in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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