Childminder in Norfolk

Inspection date 14 December 2018 Previous inspection date 23 July 2014

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Met 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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This provision is good

n The childminder regularly seeks feedback about her service from parents and children. She uses this information alongside reviews of children's learning records, to identify areas to improve or focus on. n The childminder encourages children to explore mathematical concepts, such as size and colour. For instance, children test out which container is the right size for their toy person to fit in. n Children form warm bonds with the childminder. They feel safe and secure in her care. The childminder works with parents to ensure children's routines are consistent between home and her setting. This promotes continuity for children and helps them to settle quickly. n Children are curious to explore and play. They develop confidence within the homely environment and are keen to join in with activities. n Parents are very happy with the standard of service they receive. They note that their children are eager to visit the childminder's house and talk about her at home. Parents

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This provision is good

comment on the progress their children have made since attending, particularly their social skills. n The childminder does not consistently provide all parents with information about how they can help their child to continue their learning at home and accelerate their progress even more. n The childminder does not access professional development that is sharply focused on raising the quality of teaching to enhance experiences and outcomes for children even further.

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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 existing strategies to engage parents in their children's learning and assessments, and provide more information for all parents to help them continue their children's learning at home n seek out further professional development opportunities to help raise the quality of children's experiences and progress 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 indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of all persons living and working on the premises. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. 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

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of child protection and knows how to refer any concerns she may have about children's welfare. She attends safeguarding training regularly to ensure that she is up to date with the most current legislative guidance. The childminder also implements effective risk assessments to help minimise risks to children. This helps to ensure children's safety and welfare as they play in her home and on outings. The childminder has strong links with parents and other settings that children attend. She contributes to community events with the local schools, which the children in her care can enjoy. This also supports smooth transitions when children move on to school. The childminder successfully implements a range of documents, policies and procedures to help support her good practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children well. She makes regular assessments of their learning and uses this information to provide a broad range of stimulating activities for children of all ages. Children enjoy their play and learning. The childminder repeats and extends young children's speech. She responds to children's comments with interest and asks relevant questions where appropriate. This supports children's language and communication skills. The childminder takes children on a variety of outings in the local area. Children enjoy trips, such as the soft-play centre, feeding the ducks and play dates with other children. This supports children's understanding of the world and promotes their social and physical development.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder praises children for their efforts and recognises their individual achievements. This encourages children to persevere at difficult tasks and to take pride in their successes. The childminder encourages children to do things for themselves and to be independent. For example, she helps children to develop self-care skills, such as taking themselves to the toilet and washing their hands effectively. The childminder talks to children about their experiences at home and special events. She encourages children to remember related experiences, such as a ride on a steam train, when they are playing with the toy train tracks. Older children are encouraged to complete small tasks to help the younger ones. This provides them with a sense of responsibility and promotes their self-esteem.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They develop key skills, which help prepare them for their next stage in learning, such as nursery or school. Children choose their own resources and are motivated learners. They are keen communicators who enjoy interacting with others from an early age.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY474177 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10083218 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 6 Date of previous inspection 23 July 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Horsford, Norfolk. The childminder operates during term time from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder also collects children from the local schools and pre-schools.

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Registers

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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