Childminder EY433047

Inspection date 17 May 2019 Previous inspection date 14 January 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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This provision is good

n Children are well prepared for their future learning. The childminder plans a wide range of stimulating activities for children. She regularly joins in with their play, for example, as she models new words and asks questions to encourage children to think, talk and make links in their learning. n The childminder has established excellent partnerships with parents. They are highly involved in all aspects of their children's learning. The childminder provides parents with detailed information about their child's activities. She gives parents lots of ideas about how to continue their child's learning at home. Parents comment that the childminder is fantastic and that children make wonderful progress in her care. n Toddlers show good levels of independence. The childminder has high expectations and encourages children to manage responsibility. For instance, she encourages children to chop their own fruit for snack.

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This provision is good

n The childminder regularly evaluates her provision. For example, she uses a reflective diary to consider what activities the children benefit from and plans ideas to extend these further. n Children behave well in the childminder's care. The childminder encourages mutual respect and teaches children how to share. She carefully explains to toddlers how they can share toys with their younger friends. n The childminder has a well-stocked and carefully organised playroom. She has a range of toys, games and activities for children to choose from. Outside, there is a large garden area which offers children many opportunities to play and learn. n A range of detailed policies and procedures underpin the smooth management of the childminder's setting. n The childminder uses verbal feedback and questionnaires to gather the views of parents and children. She uses these to drive ongoing improvement. n Sometimes, the childminder's organisation of daily care routines is not highly

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This provision is good

responsive to the needs of children of different ages. This occasionally leads to children losing their otherwise high levels of engagement in activities.

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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 refine the organisation of daily routines to support children of varying ages to remain highly focused and engaged in their activities.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector viewed the areas of the home used for childminding. She observed activities and care routines and assessed the impact these have on children's learning. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about safeguarding procedures and how she plans for and monitors children's learning. She viewed a range of documentation, such as children's learning records, policies and evidence of suitability checks for those living and working on the premises. n The inspector observed an activity and evaluated this with the childminder. n The inspector spoke to parents and looked at written feedback to obtain their views. n The inspector interacted with and spoke to children at appropriate times.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder stays up to date with training and changes to local authority procedures. She confidently talks about signs of abuse and knows how to report concerns. The childminder regularly meets with other childminders to share ideas. She has attended training, for instance, around children's developing communication. She uses this knowledge to help her to enhance children's language skills. The childminder carries out very thorough monitoring of children's learning. She pinpoints exactly where children are in their development. This helps her to notice any gaps in their learning and plan well-focused activities to help these to close. The childminder shares her tracking of children's development with parents. For example, when children achieve a new milestone, the childminder colours in 'flower petals' to show parents their child's progress. The childminder ensures that her assistant's training is up to date and

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

regularly evaluates activities with her to strive for continual improvement.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans interesting and fun activities for children. Children enjoy exploring frozen peas with a range of containers and tools, such as tweezers. Babies explore the texture of the peas, while toddlers carefully use a spoon to scoop the peas into pots. Children have many opportunities to develop literacy skills. The childminder shares a 'poem of the day' with them. Children readily choose books which the childminder reads to them with enthusiasm. Children read 'The Hungry Caterpillar' and find toy bugs as they identify them in the story. The childminder helps babies and toddlers to learn simple sign language. For instance, she takes them to a local group to learn new signs and shares these with parents so they can support this at home. Parents regularly receive detailed newsletters that show how the childminder is supporting children's learning through a range of well-planned activities.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children show strong bonds with the childminder. They regularly go to her for cuddles and reassurance. The childminder is passionate about healthy eating. She provides children with healthy, home-cooked meals to suit their individual dietary requirements. She encourages children to try new fruits and drink a good amount of water. The childminder offers lots of opportunities for children to develop their physical skills and learn about the world. Children go on a range of trips and visits in the local area. The childminder widens children's understanding of cultures, such as helping them to learn about Ramadan. The childminder works in partnership with the local school. She gains permission from parents to speak to children's teachers to find out what they are learning and how she can help extend this.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children of all ages quickly progress from their individual starting points. Babies explore and become confident in their physical movements. They crawl and walk with support. Toddlers are confident talkers. They talk and count while they play and show good levels of motivation. Children listen attentively to stories. Children are very well prepared for their eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY433047 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10074894 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 0 - 11 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 18 Date of previous inspection 14 January 2016

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The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Harleston, Norfolk. She sometimes works with an assistant. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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