Childminder EY537657

Inspection date 1 October 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 Not Applicable

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The provision is good

n The childminder is very calm, caring and attentive. She gets to know children well and provides strong support for their emotional development. Children are happy and confident to take part in the activities on offer. n Children behave very well. The childminder is a good role model for children. She reminds them to have good manners and to be kind to each other. Children listen to her when she tells them to tidy away toys before having tea. n The childminder provides a home-from-home environment where children can relax and play after school. They particularly enjoy taking part in art and craft activities and choosing from a good range of toys and resources that reflects their interests. n The childminder ensures that children are always kept safe, for example, there are clear routines in place for dropping off and collecting children from school. n The childminder works closely with the local school. She finds out what children are

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The provision is good

learning in their class to enable her to complement this effectively through activities in her home.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder is still developing her self-reflection and evaluation to identify even more accurately how to improve the provision for children 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

n build on self-evaluation to maintain the existing good practice and enhance the provision even further.

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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 indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector held several discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided and by speaking to parents during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of how to safeguard children and keeps up to date with changes in child protection legislation. She understands the procedures to follow should she have concerns about the welfare of a child. Furthermore, the childminder has completed training to increase her awareness of wider safeguarding issues, such as being alert to children who may be at risk of exposure to extreme ideas or behaviours. The childminder has a positive attitude to continuing her professional development through online learning and in discussion with other childminders. The childminder is organised and methodical in her approach to her practice. She has detailed policies and procedures which she implements into practice and these, together with effective risk assessments, help children to stay safe and healthy. The childminder supervises children well and teaches them how to take

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

manageable risks, such as using large play equipment appropriately. For example, they know they must stop jumping and get off if a ball rolls under the trampoline.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The qualified childminder interacts positively with children. She offers timely support and guidance. She helps when needed and encourages children to try and do things for themselves. Children are kind and offer help to one another without being prompted. For example, when playing games together, older children help younger children learn how to play the game. The childminder supports children's language and communication. She asks lots of questions about children's experiences at school, and their homes and families. Children use good concentration skills as they carefully colour pictures. The childminder provides the children with opportunities to discover about the world around them. They learn about life cycles and nurture caterpillars until they turn into butterflies. The childminder has established good working relationships with parents. She uses a communication book to ensure that parents are kept informed about every aspect of

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children demonstrate they are happy in their surroundings. They move around the home with confidence and show a great sense of belonging. The childminder maintains a clean and well-resourced environment that contributes towards children's all-round development. The childminder supports children to be independent and extend their self- help skills. They wash and dry their own hands and help the childminder with tasks, such as setting the table for tea. Children thoroughly enjoy home-cooked healthy meals and snacks, which encourages them to try a good variety of food and promotes a healthy diet. The childminder works with children and parents, considering their individual dietary needs and preferences. Children have daily opportunities to be active outdoors to support their good physical skills and health. They kick balls and confidently climb the slide and swing on the large equipment.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY537657 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10076929 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 4 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 14 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Bingham. She operates term times only, offering before- and after-school care. Session times are 7.15am to 9am and 3.30pm to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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