Thomson Victoria

Inspection date 11 September 2018 Previous inspection date 18 December 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 supervises the children well. She regularly checks her home and garden to ensure children are not exposed to potential hazards. She implements robust procedures to keep children safe on outings. n The childminder establishes good relationships with parents from the start. She keeps them well informed about their child's day, including their progress and achievements. n The childminder provides a homely, stimulating and welcoming environment. There is a good range of resources available that captures children's attention and provides for all the areas of learning. Children have lots of fun. They are motivated to play, explore and learn. n Children enjoy regular outings in the local community and benefit from socialising with other minded children. These experiences are used to extend children's confidence and social skills. n Good links with the local school are used effectively to help prepare children for the

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This provision is good

next stage in their learning. The childminder takes children to collect older children from school. Children learn about the school environment and develop friendships with children who attend the school.

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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 strengthen professional development to gain a highly developed knowledge of teaching and learning that increases the potential to achieve excellent outcomes for children n adapt teaching to increase the opportunities for children to develop their thinking and problem-solving skills even further.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector took the written views of parents into account. 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. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members over 16 years of age and checked evidence of the qualifications of the childminder.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of local safeguarding procedures. She knows how to recognise and report any child protection concerns to help ensure that children are protected from harm. She has completed the required safeguarding training and renewed her first-aid certificate. Overall, the childminder uses self-evaluation well. She seeks the views of her co- childminder, parents and children to give her an accurate overview of the service she provides. Parents' written comments show that they are confident that their children are well cared for and are progressing well. They state that they would recommend the childminder to others.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The experienced childminder's assessment of children's progress is comprehensive, accurate and clear. She uses this information to identify precise and challenging next steps in children's learning. Children thoroughly enjoy using their imagination as they act out familiar experiences. They enjoy taking on the role of a hairdresser and styling the childminder's hair as well as each other's. Children relish taking part in rhyming and action songs. The childminder strongly encourages children's love of stories. She helps children follow the story and anticipate what will happen next. They talk about what they see in the pictures and make connections with the world around them.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and settled. A gradual settling-in period is agreed with parents in accordance with their child's needs. Children demonstrate they have built secure and trusting relationships with the childminder. Healthy lifestyles are well promoted. Children benefit from fresh air and physical exercise while they play in the well-resourced garden. They receive clear messages about healthy eating and enjoy freshly cooked, nutritious meals. Children behave very well. They learn to share, take turns and have good manners. The childminder gives children clear, consistent guidance and gentle reminders about her expectations for their behaviour. She offers regular praise and encouragement which helps children to develop their confidence and self-esteem.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are making good progress. Children have good manners and strong social skills. They confidently initiate and hold conversations with their peers and adults. Children readily follow instructions and take part in routines, such as tidy-away time. Older children learn to manage their own personal care needs and quickly become independent. They develop an awareness of the wider world and diversity, and develop their knowledge of their own and others' cultures. Children are prepared well for the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY235426 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10065282 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 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 18 December 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2001 and lives in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3. She works with her partner who is also a childminder.

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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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