Childminder EY420650

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Outstanding

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The provision is good

The experienced and well-qualified childminder has very high expectations for children's behaviour and learning. During a card game to match food and collect ingredients, children are introduced to a wide range of new vocabulary and concepts. They have fun learning about new methods of cooking, which are described to them in age-appropriate terms by the childminder. For example, she describes using a wok as 'a special way to cook noodles'. Children are introduced to more complex words, such as 'sugar snap peas' and 'skewers'. They demonstrate that they are making good progress as they recall and repeat some of the food items and equipment. During this game, children also learn important lessons about how to manage their feelings and emotions effectively. They start to understand that they need to take turns and they respond with maturity if they do not win.

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The provision is good

The childminder consistently follows children's interests. She adapts her teaching to ensure that children sustain high levels of concentration and enjoyment throughout activities. The childminder provides a good level of challenge to children and understands how to extend their learning even further. For example, during the game, she introduces real kitchen utensils, such as a potato masher and a peeler. Children are very well supported to manage risks, as they carefully use the peeler to peel a potato. They demonstrate that they are confident learners and that they feel safe in the childminder's care.

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need to do better?

n The childminder plans a wide range of challenging and enjoyable activities for children indoors and outdoors. Children's learning is thoroughly brought to life by the childminder's enthusiasm and her strong teaching style. During a story, the childminder animatedly reads to children in a way that interests and engages them. She imitates the noises in the book and demonstrates the action of 'tiptoeing.' Children are encouraged to join in as they excitedly anticipate the next part of the story. n The childminder's assessments of children's progress are accurate and she supports children well in meeting the next steps in their learning. However, she sometimes misses opportunities to include elements of teaching that would help children make even better progress in reaching their individual goals, such as chances to count. n The childminder gives very careful consideration to external training opportunities and how they might benefit her practice. She frequently chooses

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need to do better?

to complete relevant courses, based on the individual stages and needs of children in her care. n The childminder has strong partnerships with parents and the other settings that

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need to do better?

5 November 2019 children attend. Parents are consistent in their praise of her childcare service, particularly regarding the frequent and varied communication they receive. The childminder helps children be ready for school. She works closely with other settings to ensure that children are well prepared for their transition to their next educational provision. n Children are encouraged to try new foods. They enjoy a variety of nutritious home-cooked meals and healthy snacks at the childminder's home. Children also learn other ways to take care of their health and well-being. For example, they understand that they need to wash their hands before lunch. They recognise that they need coats, hats and gloves to keep warm in the cold weather. n The childminder is a very good role model to the children in her care. She provides children with clear explanations and she offers lots of praise to encourage and reinforce their learning. Consequently, children demonstrate very

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positive and respectful attitudes. They understand and follow routines, such as hanging their coats up after coming inside. Children show willingness to help, for example, by collecting a dustpan and brush to help sweep up following an activity. n The childminder has an in-depth knowledge of the children and families who use her service. This enables her to identify unique activities for the children in her care. For example, they have opportunities to ride on different forms of public transport. Children are excited about taking trips on the tram and the double decker buses into town.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a secure knowledge of how to report any safeguarding concerns about a child's welfare. She also understands the procedures for notifying the local child protection agency of any serious accidents or injuries to a child. The childminder keeps up to date with wider safeguarding issues and she attends regular safeguarding training. The childminder carries out effective risk assessments for her home and garden. She reflects on the safety of her setting and makes any necessary amendments to ensure that children are protected in her care.

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n focus teaching more sharply on children's next steps in learning, so that they are supported even more to meet their individual goals.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY420650 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10128161 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 to 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection 20 April 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Nottinghamshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds qualified teacher status.

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Inspection activities

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 relevant documentation, including evidence of the suitability of the adults living on the premises and evidence of the childminder's training and qualifications. n The inspector discussed children's learning and development with the childminder and sampled children's records. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided. n The inspector viewed all the areas used for childminding.

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Inspection activities

We carried out this inspection 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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