Childminder in Norfolk

Inspection date 26 April 2019 Previous inspection date 8 October 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 is enthusiastic about her work. She regularly reflects on ways she can enhance the experiences of children. This helps her to identify target areas for improvement. n The childminder extends children's learning during their play. She encourages them to think about the distance balls are fired from small toy cannons. She provides children with a tape measure and explains how they can use it to see whose ball goes the furthest. The childminder prompts children to look at the numbers and consider whether their number means a big or small distance. n Children are gentle and kind when stroking the childminder's pets. They understand the rules for approaching and interacting with these animals, which include cats and chickens. n Parents appreciate the homely, welcoming environment the childminder provides. They praise her caring, enthusiastic manner and how much their children look forward to

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This provision is good

attending. Parents are delighted with the excellent range of activities the childminder offers, particularly the outdoor play opportunities in her garden and trips out. n Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care. They develop useful skills which will support their future learning. For example, children share their ideas, form friendships and develop a curiosity for exploring the world and resources around them. n The childminder's new method for tracking children's progress is not yet fully embedded. As a result, she does not always monitor their learning as well as possible, for example, to rapidly identify any gaps and support all areas of their development as precisely as possible. n The childminder has not fully explored the available opportunities for professional development to further extend her teaching skills and support children to 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 fully embed the system for monitoring children's progress, to enable sharp, timely identification of learning needs and maximise their progress n strengthen arrangements for continuous professional development to further develop teaching skills and deepen knowledge.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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 in the premises. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector spoke to children at appropriate times 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 strong understanding of child protection, including the potential signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. She knows the procedures for referring any concerns she may have about a child's welfare and recognises the wider issues relating to safeguarding. The childminder regularly attends mandatory training, such as first aid and child protection. She also attends childminder briefings to update her knowledge of local requirements. The childminder has strong links with staff at local settings children attend. She gains permission from parents to share information about their children's learning and experiences. This promotes continuity in children's care and learning. The childminder uses her knowledge of children's interests and learning needs to organise a wide variety of outings for them to enjoy and experience. For example, they are regular visitors to

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

the museum and take trips in the local area to see cranes and tractors.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows children well. She uses her observations of children during play to make accurate assessments about what they are learning and to plan for what they can do next. The childminder asks children questions about the stories they tell while playing with small toys. For instance, she asks where they have hidden treasure in their castle or how their family of horses will get down the ladder in the stable. This encourages children to extend their communication skills and challenges their thinking. Children enjoy stories and non-fiction books. The childminder recognises children's fascination with diggers and castles. She provides opportunities for them to explore their imaginative ideas further. Children recreate scenes from a book about diggers using toy vehicles and blocks.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children develop independence. They dress themselves to go outside, ably putting on their shoes and boots. Children help the childminder to collect eggs in the hen house and take responsibility for small tasks, such as cleaning big toys outside. The childminder encourages children to make choices. She asks them what colour water bottle they would like and offers several healthy snack options. Children tell the childminder what they would like to do throughout the day. For instance, they ask to go outside or talk about particular toys they want. The childminder praises children's efforts. She encourages them to take turns and recognises their successes in difficult tasks. Children behave well. They are helpful and assist the childminder to tidy up before mealtimes. The childminder encourages children to practise good habits while eating, such as sitting sensibly and chewing food well.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They grow in confidence and are keen to join in with activities and games. Children listen carefully to the childminder as she explains things or provides direction. They learn to use technology for a purpose, such as asking a voice-activated device to set a timer to help them take turns with equipment. Children work together to carry large boxes of toys to their play space.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY442962 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10083440 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 3 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 13 Date of previous inspection 8 October 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2012. She operates from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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