Childminder in Derbyshire

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children are happy and settled in this friendly and welcoming provision. Children roll down the grassed slop and negotiate the steps down into the garden. Children have formed strong bonds with the childminder and enjoy her company. They have lots of fun together and enjoy playing with each other. Children behave well. They share the toys on offer and learn to take turns. This is evident as children play in the water. They bang the saucepans, share the bowls and take turns to jump and splash in the water.

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The provision is good

Children have a wonderful attitude to their play. They are eager to learn and try new things. They relish the focus activity the childminder has planned. Children explore and investigate paint. Younger children swirl the paint around with their hands. Older children learn to make big lines and circles on large pieces of material. Children extend this activity. Children know how to mix colours together. They excitingly make new colours. They scream with delight as they paint their hands and feet. Children make hand and footprints with support from the childminder.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides a rich curriculum. She takes into consideration children's interests and encourages them to explore and investigate. The childminder provides a broad range of activities, to help children achieve their next steps and future learning. For example, using chalks, paintbrushes and their fingers to make marks. n The childminder models language well, overall. She repeats words back so children can hear the correct pronunciation. She extends children's short phrases into sentences. She encourages children to talk about things that interest them and listens patiently. Despite this, she asks too many questions. She, sometimes, asks questions that do not let the children respond with words other than yes or no. n Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents report positively about the childminder's caring and nurturing approach. They appreciate her flexibility and guidance to meet their family needs. The childminder informs parents about

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their child's learning and next steps. She sends photographs and observations to the parents. This helps parents to understand what their child has been doing. n The childminder supports children's independence well. Children show they are comfortable in the childminder's home. They choose what and where they want to play and tidy the toys away afterward. The childminder encourages children to develop their self-care skills. Children independently take off their shoes to play in the water. They learn to follow daily routines. They wash their hands before meals and use the toilet with supervision.

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21 July 2021 n The childminder encourages children to be caring and kind. She is a good role model for behaviour. She has rules in place to keep children safe. For example, not allowing the early years children to use the large slide in the garden. The childminder gives children meaningful praise. This helps to boost their confidence and self-esteem. n The childminder promotes children's physical development well. She encourages children to strengthen their muscles as they roll and cut dough. Older children skilfully go up and down the slide. Young children rock from side to side on the see-saw. Children benefit from regular access to fresh air and exercise. They learn how to keep themselves healthy and enjoy a balanced range of meals and snacks. n The childminder asks parents about the experiences their child has at home. She uses the information she gathers effectively to extend these opportunities. For

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example, she knows which children have pets at home and those who do not. The childminder encourages the children to feed and care for the guinea pigs. This helps all children to learn that living things need a home and something to eat and drink. n The childminder is reflective and ambitious. She completes training and reads articles to help improve her practice. She has increased her knowledge and established that children can sometimes enjoy not wearing shoes. This has helped children to develop their sensory experiences.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a secure understanding of her responsibilities around safeguarding children. She keeps herself up to date with any changes. She knows how to identify any signs and symptoms of abuse. The childminder knows the referral procedure. She understands how to report an allegation against herself or a household member. She demonstrates a good knowledge of safeguarding issues, including female genital mutilation. The childminder has attended first-aid training to keep children safe in an emergency. She carries out risk assessments, to ensure the home is safe for children to play in.

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n develop skills and knowledge of how to use questions to extend children's learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY558201 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 10190278 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Ilkeston, Derbyshire. She holds an early years qualification at level 3. The childminder operates Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 5.30pm, all year round except for bank holidays, family holidays and a week at Christmas. She is registered for funding for the provision of early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID–19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder and inspector completed a learning walk of the childminder's provision and discussed how she organises and implements her curriculum. n The inspector and the childminder took part in a joint observation. The inspector considered the quality of education during activities and the impact this had on children's learning. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and the children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. She observed interactions between the childminder and the children, and considered the impact these have on children's learning. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through talking to them by telephone.

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n The inspector had a discussion with the childminder about her training and how she evaluates her practice. The inspector reviewed relevant documentation, and evidence of the suitability of the childminder and household members.

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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

21 July 2021 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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