Childminder 206031

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children demonstrate that they are happy and settled in the care of the childminder and her assistant. They snuggle up contentedly with the childminder to listen to their favourite books being read. Children show confidence and enjoyment in retelling familiar stories. They discuss illustrations in books and anticipate what will happen next. They laugh and squeal with excitement when the characters in the book find the bear that they are hunting for. These experiences help children to form a love of books and develop early literacy skills.

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The provision is good

Children respond to the childminder's high expectations for their behaviour. They behave well and demonstrate that they understand the rules and boundaries that are in place. Children listen to instructions and follow them. For example, they are eager to tidy away toys when they have finished playing.

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The provision is good

Children are physically active and learn to do things for themselves. They are encouraged to put on their own coats and boots to go outside to play. Children are well supervised as they climb up the ladder on a slide and bounce on trampolines. They learn how to keep themselves safe as they use the outdoor play equipment. For example, they understand that they need to come down the slide on their bottoms.

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need to do better?

n The childminder regularly reflects on the service she provides. She keeps her knowledge of early years care, development and education up to date by undertaken weekly training and research activities. She then uses any new knowledge gained from training to influence her future practice and identify professional development opportunities for her assistant. n The childminder provides a variety of activities both indoors and outdoors. She completes regular and accurate assessments of what children know and can do. The childminder is aware of what children need to learn next. She uses this information, along with her knowledge of children's interests, to help the curriculum that she offers to children. However, during the implementation of some adult-led group activities, the development and learning needs of younger children are not fully considered. n The childminder spends time getting to know children during their settling-in

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need to do better?

sessions. She talks to parents to find out about the experiences that the children have at home. The childminder plans a range of outings to help broaden children's experiences. She takes children on trips to the local lakes, woodlands, parks, shops and library. Children develop understanding of their local community and learn about the natural world. n Children's self-esteem and resilience are well promoted. Older children show a

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need to do better?

29 January 2020 sense of achievement as they develop their independence when cutting fruit for their snack. Children demonstrate good manners as they say 'please' and 'thank you' at mealtimes. The childminder works in partnership with parents to meet children's dietary needs and preferences. However, she does not engage children in conversation about the importance of washing their hands before eating or teach them about the benefits of eating healthy food. n Children thoroughly enjoy singing number songs and traditional nursery rhymes. They join in with actions and words. Children use mathematical language as they play. They are beginning to count and notice numbers in the environment. Children are learning to problem solve. The childminder's assistant supports them to complete jigsaw puzzles. She gently encourages children to turn the pieces around until they fit. Children are delighted when they succeed.

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need to do better?

n Children practise early writing skills, using their fingers to make marks in foam. The childminder encourages older children to form the letters of their name. Children respond well to the praise and encouragement that she gives them. n In written statements, parents comment that they receive regular updates on their children's progress and about what their child is being supported to learn next. The childminder provides them with ideas on how they can continue their children's learning at home. Parents state that their children are safe and well cared for and that they trust the childminder and her assistant completely.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant demonstrate a thorough understanding of possible signs and symptoms of abuse and how to protect children should their welfare be at risk. The childminder understands the importance of reporting concerns and following advice from other professionals in the event of an allegation being made against herself or her assistant. The childminder and her assistant talk to older children about the safe use of the internet, helping them to develop their understanding of how to stay safe online. The childminder carries out daily risk assessments for her home to minimise risks to children.

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should:

n consider the needs of younger children when implementing adult-led activities, to ensure that they can participate more actively in the experiences n promote children's understanding of healthy lifestyles and the importance of eating a well-balanced diet.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 206031 Local authority Derby Inspection number 10062431 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 4 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection 13 July 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1986 and lives in Allestree, Derby. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder is a qualified teacher. She works with an assistant.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector spoke to children and read written statements from parents to gain their views of the childminder's provision. n The inspector completed a learning walk across all areas of the childminder's home used by children. The inspector spoke with the childminder and her assistant to gain an understanding of how the early years provision is planned and the curriculum is implemented. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder. The inspector and the childminder evaluated the teaching and learning that took place. n The inspector held a meeting with the childminder. She reviewed relevant documentation, such as evidence of suitability and training.

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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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Inspection activities

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