Norman, Jenny

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 benefit from the excellent relationship the childminder has developed with the local school. They regularly visit the Reception class, look at books in the library, and play on the field and in the school hall. Consequently, when the time comes for children to start school, they are very familiar with the environment and the teachers.

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The provision is good

Children form good relationships with the childminder and her assistant. They are attentive and nurturing towards the children. They encourage them to be as independent as possible, while providing sensitive and effective support when they need it. For instance, children put on their all-in-one waterproof suits for outdoor play with little or no help.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations of children and this is demonstrated in some of her practice. For example, she has identified that pre-school children are beginning to be interested in letters. She subtly weaves numbers and letters into her planned activities. This helps to support children's growing literacy and mathematical skills.

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The provision is good

Children of all ages are happy, behave well and play harmoniously together. They have clear boundaries for behaviour. The childminder and her assistant give gentle reminds to 'be careful'. This helps children to learn how to keep themselves safe. Furthermore, the childminder and her assistant give children a wealth of praise and encouragement. This promotes children's confidence and self-esteem.

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need to do better?

n The childminder and her assistant work highly effectively as a team. The childminder reflects on the service she provides. She uses this to identify areas she wants to develop. For example, her assistant has created individual books for children which reflect their home and family. This helps children to develop a secure sense of belonging in the setting. n The childminder provides children with a well-planned curriculum that covers all the areas of learning. She makes sure that activities take account of children's interests while also addressing their individual next steps in learning. For instance, children thoroughly enjoy getting messy as they make pancakes. They learn how to measure the ingredients; they share and take turns with the resources and finish off by having a pancake race with pre-prepared pancakes. The childminder is very mindful of making the activity about the experience, rather than the product. As a result, children remain engaged and motivated to

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learn. n The childminder and her assistant are calm and patient when addressing very

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24 February 2020 minor behaviour lapses. They explain simple rules, such as taking turns and listening to others in a conversation. As a result, children develop an understanding of what is expected of them. n The childminder and her assistant encourage children to manage their own self- care and wash their own hands. After lunch, children are encouraged to brush their teeth. This helps to promote their independence and develop good hygiene practices. The assistant ensures children know the importance of making healthy food choices from their lunch box. She discusses the benefit of eating fruit and not eating too much sugar. n The childminder gives children opportunities to be active, socialise and learn about the world around them. They benefit from regular trips and outings to places of interest. They visit the local space centre, go swimming, attend groups with other childminders and their children and go to farms. These are

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opportunities that some children may not experience due to parents leading busy lives or not being able to drive. n The childminder thoroughly embraces opportunities for children to play outdoors. Toddlers enthusiastically run alongside older children, splashing in muddy puddles. Children are absolutely delighted to fill their wheelbarrow with stones and splash them into the puddles. This helps to develop their health and well-being, while fostering their physical skills. n Overall, the childminder and her assistant support children's communication skills well. They use words and sentences effectively, providing a good narrative to children's play. However, occasionally, they ask a succession of questions and involve themselves in children's play, rather than allowing children to think and explore independently. n The childminder and her assistant help children to have a love of books. They provide them with the toys that relate to a popular story. Children listen well and

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eagerly hold up their character when it appears in the story. They anticipate rhyming words and know what is to come next. This contributes to children's literacy skills and helps to promote good skills for their future learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant have a clear understanding of their safeguarding role. They know what to do if a child may be at risk of harm and know the relevant agencies to contact for guidance. The childminder and her assistant have attended child protection training and are aware of the correct procedure to follow should there be an allegation about a member of the household. The childminder ensures all necessary checks are carried out on adults living and working on the premises and that her assistant is suitable to work with children.

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should:

24 February 2020 n maximise opportunities to extend children's independent play and thinking skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY358232 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10064475 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 11 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 23 Date of previous inspection 23 September 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Thurnby, Leicester. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 4. She works with an assistant.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector observed the quality of education during activities, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector held a discussion with the childminder and her assistant to understand how the early years provision and curriculum are organised. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Inspection activities

24 February 2020 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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