Childminder in Norfolk

Inspection date 18 July 2019 Previous inspection date 23 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 provides a stimulating learning environment to help children to become curious and self-directed in their play. Children can access all toys and resources freely and use a photographic 'choice book' to choose items currently in storage. n The childminder knows children well and uses her accurate assessments of their learning to plan activities which promote their continued progress. n Children have opportunities to develop their knowledge of the world and practise their observation and counting skills. For example, they play a game to find hidden objects in a sand tray. They use their hands and tools to dig up shells and toy sea creatures. The childminder talks to children about the things they find. They talk about where the animals live and their features, such as colour, claws and number of legs. n The childminder teaches children about sun safety. They talk about getting ready for a

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This provision is good

trip to the beach, including the importance of wearing hats and sun cream. Children talk about their experiences of visiting the seaside with their family and describe their swimsuits excitedly. n Older children gain strength and dexterity that will support their early writing skills. They carefully peel stickers, thread small beads and make precise marks with pens. n The childminder regularly seeks feedback from parents to help evaluate the care and experiences she provides to children. n Parents note how easily their children settle in to the childminder's care and comment positively on the warm, homely environment. n At times, the childminder does things for younger children during play and daily routines that they are capable of attempting themselves. n The childminder does not regularly gather information from parents on children's achievements at home to further enhance her assessments of children's learning.

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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 younger children's independence and self-care skills further, by encouraging them to try doing more things for themselves n encourage parents to share more information about children's achievements and learning at home, to further underpin assessments of their learning.

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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 and working on 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 knowledge of child protection procedures and wider safeguarding issues. She knows what to do if she has a concern about a child's welfare. The childminder regularly reviews children's progress. She uses this information to identify any gaps in their learning and to make changes to her provision. For example, she refreshes the resources and activities and makes plans for outings based on what children need to learn and their interests. The childminder reflects on her own practice and recognises ways she can improve her teaching skills to better support individual children. She accesses a variety of training which builds on her professional knowledge and gives her new ideas.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans interesting activities that reflect children's current fascinations and interests. For example, she provides a variety of toys, resources and craft activities to explore the theme of 'the sea'. The childminder plans outings to expand children's learning experiences, such as visits to the beach and local aquarium. She plays alongside children. This helps to sustain younger children's interest and motivation in the activity. The childminder adds additional resources, such as large buckets and measuring scoops, to extend their play. Children enjoy books. They carefully turn the pages and examine the illustrations. The childminder provides lots of fiction and non-fiction books for the children to choose from. She responds to children's requests to read with enthusiasm. This promotes children's appreciation of books and their value. The childminder supports children's language skills well. For example, where children are still developing their

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

speaking skills, she sensitively repeats words back to them using the correct pronunciation and grammar.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a flexible settling-in process to meet the varied needs of families. This helps children to feel safe and secure in her care. Young children begin to develop friendships. They play alongside others and often join in with older children's games. Children hold tea parties with friends. They take turns to pour imaginary tea and eat pretend cake. Children are polite and behave well. The childminder sets clear expectations for their behaviour, such as walking indoors and sharing resources fairly. She talks to children reassuringly about likes and dislikes. They talk about a fear of spiders and what to do if you find one indoors. Children learn about good hygiene habits and enjoy healthy snacks, such as fresh fruit. They access their water bottles freely.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress and develop skills to support their future learning. They talk about their plans and demonstrate concentration as they work to achieve a particular goal. For instance, children explain what they want to make with sand and shells. Children use mathematical skills in their play. They count confidently and talk about differences and similarities. For instance, children talk about the different sizes, colours and patterns of toy fish.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 256456 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10106219 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 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 23 February 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 1996 and lives in a village near Great Yarmouth, Norfolk. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for 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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