Childminder 252586

Inspection date 16 October 2018 Previous inspection date 21 March 2016

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 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 provides a wide range of learning experiences. She makes good use of the community to enhance children's understanding of the world around them. For example, children explore the local parks and often visit the shops to buy resources for creative activities. n The childminder spends time observing children's development. She knows the children very well and she plans enjoyable activities to focus on children's next steps in learning. n The childminder is very nurturing and sensitive to meeting the children's needs. She has developed excellent relationships with the children. Parents have resounding praise for the childminder and the service that she provides. n The childminder is enthusiastic and committed to improving her childminding practice. She gathers feedback from parents to further develop the service she offers. n The childminder works well with staff at other settings children attend, to help promote

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The provision is good

continuity in their care and learning needs.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not always make the best use of opportunities to develop children's understanding that print carries meaning to further develop childrens literacy skills. n The childminder does not always fully sustain children's concentration at activities as they sometimes move from one activity to another in quick succession.

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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 strengthen support for children's early reading skills n provide more opportunities for children to develop deeper concentration levels at activities.

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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 assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector held a number of 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.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of the signs and symptoms of possible abuse. She fully understands the procedures to follow should she have a concern regarding children's welfare. The childminder carries out thorough risk assessments to help keep children safe. She reviews her practice and provision effectively. For example, she continues to develop her professional knowledge through additional training and seminars. The childminder has established a local support group for childminders. She shares good practice and information about changes to legislation and guidance.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The experienced and well-qualified childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and effectively turns her knowledge into practice. She involves children in imaginative play and encourages them to make up narratives. For example, they play with role-play resources and create bridges with blocks. The childminder provides a running commentary of what she sees them doing as they play. The childminder promotes mathematics throughout children's play. She encourages children to count, match objects and think about concepts of shape and size. The childminder takes children to a playgroup so they can enjoy craft activities and have the opportunity to meet other children and build friendships.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children follow the setting's routines with ease and show that they feel safe and secure. The childminder manages children's behaviour well. She gives them clear, consistent rules and boundaries, which are appropriate to children's age and stage of development. The childminder reminds children about being kind, sharing and taking turns. She uses praise and encouragement well to promote children's confidence and self-esteem. Children learn how to keep safe and manage their own risk. For example, the childminder helps children use scissors safely as they make snips on paper. Children have many opportunities for physical play. They enjoy time in the childminder's garden as well as visiting local parks and nature reserves. This contributes to children's understanding of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress from their starting points. They happily explore the environment and make choices in their play, developing the skills they need for future learning. Children are supported as they move to pre-schools and then on to school. The childminder provides them with many opportunities to develop self-help and independence. For example, children are supported to feed themselves and put on their coats for outdoor play.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 252586 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10065359 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 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection 21 March 2016

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The childminder registered in 1998 and lives in Nottingham. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. 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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