Childminder in Derbyshire

Inspection date 3 July 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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 kind and affectionate and supports children's emotional well-being effectively. Children settle quickly and develop a strong sense of belonging. They form close attachments with the childminder and respond happily to her friendly, reassuring approach. n The childminder works closely with parents. She gathers detailed information about children's individual needs and interests from the start. This helps the childminder to meet children's needs efficiently and to plan initial activities successfully. The childminder keeps parents well informed about their child's well-being and progress. This helps to promote consistency of care and learning between the setting and home. n All children make good progress in their learning from their starting points. The childminder accurately assesses children's achievements and identifies the next steps in their development. She provides a good range of activities that supports children's

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This provision is good

individual interests and motivates them well. Children are acquiring essential skills to help with their future learning and the move on to school. n The childminder reflects on the service she provides and uses this to enhance children's learning experiences. She involves parents in helping her to make improvements. Since her registration, the childminder has made positive changes to the environment. For example, she has incorporated a cosy reading place to benefit all children. n Occasionally, the childminder asks a succession of questions and does not give children enough time to respond. n Links with other settings where children also attend are not yet fully effective in ensuring all children receive continuity in their care and learning. n The childminder undertakes essential training, such as safeguarding and first aid. However, she does not target her professional development on acquiring new skills and

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This provision is good

knowledge to enhance the quality of teaching to the highest levels.

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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 provide children with more time to respond to questions, to help them develop their thinking and communication skills further n explore ways to develop further partnerships with other settings that children attend, to provide even greater continuity in children's care and learning n strengthen the plans for professional development to extend knowledge, skills and teaching practice, to help further raise the good quality of teaching to an outstanding level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector had a tour of the childminder's home and looked at the rooms and the resources used by children. She spoke with the children and the childminder at convenient times throughout the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. She discussed children's learning and development and the progress they make. n The inspector considered how the childminder reflects on her practice and the links she makes with parents. She took account of the views of parents and carers through comments provided by the childminder. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including safeguarding policies and procedures. She checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and household members. She also looked at documentation linked to the childminder's professional

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of child protection and her responsibilities to protect children. She knows the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder completes daily checks of her home and makes sure that the play environment is safe for all children. The childminder follows safe vetting procedures to ensure that her assistant is suitable to work with children. She supports and monitors their performance effectively. She ensures the assistant attends essential training, such as first aid, and holds meetings with them to discuss the progress of the children. The childminder meets with other childminders and shares ideas and good practice. This helps her to identify areas to improve her provision further.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She enthusiastically joins in with their play and takes time to show them how things work. The childminder plays alongside children, interacts with them in a positive manner and gives them support where necessary. She provides a wide variety of activities to capture children's interests and engagement. The childminder talks to children about what they are going to do and lets them explore and investigate compost. Children use their small-muscle skills well and fill plant pots with compost. They count out seeds and talk about how they feels. The childminder uses this activity well and explains how the seeds will grow, helping children to learn about living things.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supports children's physical well-being well. She provides a safe and stimulating environment for children to play and learn. Children confidently move around the childminder's home. They select toys, choose their own play and demonstrate they are comfortable in their surroundings. The childminder promotes positive behaviour. She teaches children to be kind and to recognise and respect one another's feelings. Children learn to share and take turns as they play, and develop good social skills. The childminder praises children for their efforts, fostering their confidence and self-esteem. The childminder teaches children about healthy lifestyles, such as washing their hands before eating meals. The childminder provides fresh fruit and vegetables for snack and nutritious meals. Children benefit from fresh air and exercise. For example, they ride bicycles and wheeled toys around the garden and enjoy climbing and balancing on the

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are progressing at typical levels for their age. They are well motivated and willing to try new things. Children have a positive attitude to learning. They concentrate and listen to instructions well. Children are developing good physical skills. They thoroughly enjoy making marks. Younger children draw lines and circles. Older children draw recognisable pictures of, for example, butterflies and flowers.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY549468 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 10111202 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 - 7 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Somercotes, Derbyshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for Christmas, bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. She occasionally works with an assistant.

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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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