Childminder in Derbyshire

Inspection date 4 April 2019 Previous inspection date 9 February 2015

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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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This provision is good

n The childminder has a considerable amount of experience and a good understanding of how children learn. She follows children's lead in their play. Together with her good teaching skills, this helps all children to develop pleasure in their learning. Children make good progress. n Children's communication and language skills are promoted very well by the childminder. She sensitively communicates with children, talking about what they are doing and engaging them in discussions. Children listen attentively, learn new words and take turns in conversation. n The childminder provides a safe environment. This enables children to feel protected, happy and settled. The childminder helps to promote children's personal care skills well. They access the toilet independently and know to wash their hands when required. This supports children in developing some of the necessary skills in readiness for the next stage in their learning.

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This provision is good

n Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder works hard to regularly exchange information with parents. For example, she provides feedback about children's progress and ideas to further support children's learning when it is convenient for parents. This supports continuity for children in their care and learning. n The childminder monitors her provision effectively and reflects on her practice. She takes account of the views of parents and children to inform her decision making in this process. For example, she has identified how further training can help her support children as they follow distinct patterns of play. n The childminder does not always enable children to fully explore their interests in their independent play. For example, the childminder does not build on children's enjoyment of sensory play. n The childminder does not always provide challenge or extension during children's play

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This provision is good

to ensure they make the best possible progress.

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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 allow children to fully explore their interests in their independent play n enhance activities to ensure children are offered challenging experiences to accelerate their progress even further.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector looked at children's records, a sample of policies and evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other adults in the household. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector took account of the written views of parents.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a clear understanding of the possible indicators of abuse. She understands the procedures to follow should she have concerns about the welfare of a child in her care. The childminder accesses a range of training to ensure her knowledge is up to date and her skills are improving. She uses risk assessments effectively to identify and minimise potential hazards in her home, garden and while on outings. The childminder reminds children about walking safely when near roads. This supports children to learn how to keep themselves safe. The childminder regularly monitors children's progress. This helps her to be able to identify and address any gaps in children's learning quickly.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder interacts well with children. She uses effective teaching methods, such as repeating words for younger children, to help them extend their communication and language skills. The childminder observes children as they play and assesses their development. Young children practise walking and develop their coordination as they freely move around the childminder's home. Older children develop their small-muscle skills. For example, they use a good range of available resources to draw and make marks. In addition, children also enjoy completing simple jigsaw puzzles. Older children are supported to learn number concepts. They count everyday objects, such as the plates in the role-play kitchen.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children form strong emotional attachments with the childminder and are relaxed in her welcoming home. Children's behaviour is good. They develop good relationships with the childminder and they learn to value and respect the feelings and opinions of others as they play together. The childminder offers consistent praise and encouragement to children, which helps to support their confidence and self-esteem. The childminder is a good role model who demonstrates good manners and supports children to learn social skills, such as sharing. Children have time outside every day, enjoying the fresh air and opportunities for physical exercise. They are supported to acquire self-care skills, such as putting on their own shoes before they go for a walk. Children bring healthy packed lunches and snacks and talk about making healthy choices with the childminder. This supports children in developing a good understanding of healthy lifestyles.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making very good progress from their individual starting points, including those in receipt of funded early education. They love exploring and are keen to learn. For example, they enthusiastically cuddle with the childminder as they share their ideas about a story they share. Older children investigate how to complete a jigsaw picture and use appropriate language to describe what they see. Children engage well in pretend play, as they make pancakes in the pretend kitchen. The childminder models language to describe the ingredients they need.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY221879 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 10070199 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 2 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 9 February 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2002 and lives in Killamarsh, Sheffield. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3.

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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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