Childminder in Nottinghamshire

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 at the heart of everything the nurturing and dedicated childminder does. They settle incredibly well and demonstrate that they feel safe and secure in the welcoming and homely environment. Young children relish the regular cuddles that they receive from the childminder. They have big smiles on their faces all the time. During the Covid-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, the childminder offered short 'taster' sessions to new children. This has helped them to settle well and to build a relationship with the childminder.

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The provision is good

Children have access to an attractive and an engaging environment in a dedicated playroom. They are curious and explore the interesting resources, and they make independent choices about what to play with. For instance, they become engrossed in exploring bangles and necklaces.

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The provision is good

Toddlers show early literacy skills and emergent writing. They draw zigzag lines and colour in pictures. The childminder values their early writing skills and comments, 'that looks like your name, well done.' This contributes to building children's self-esteem and helps them to feel appreciated.

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The provision is good

Young children play well together. They respond to gentle reminders about taking turns. The childminder is a good role model and demonstrates patience when teaching children about sharing. For instance, she suggests, 'you had this first, can you find another one for your friend.' This helps children to develop their behaviour and to have an understanding of sharing and of taking turns.

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need to do better?

n The childminder plans a broad curriculum that follows children's interests and next steps in their learning. She provides stimulating and creative experiences, for example, children practise scooping and filling rice into bowls, explore words and numbers and discover honey and flowers in a bee-inspired activity. This helps them to develop their hand-to-eye coordination, to learn that words carry a meaning and to explore nature. The childminder extends children's learning by talking to them about how bees make honey from the flower and children taste some honey. n The childminder's empathy shown to children is often reflected in their actions. For instance, when a toddler falls over, the childminder comforts her. Younger children come over and cuddle the childminder's leg in response. This demonstrates that children feel safe and secure and acknowledge each other's feelings. n The childminder provides opportunities that support children to be physically

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active. Children play outdoors daily. Young children crawl and pull themselves up

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8 July 2021 on the toys. Toddlers enjoy 'driving' in the wheeled toys. This contributes to their developing big muscles. n The childminder likes to keep her practice fresh. She demonstrates commitment to continuing her own personal development. She recently accessed training that centred on a theorist's approach to 'block play'. She says this opened her eyes to how versatile construction blocks are in promoting the learning and development of children. n The childminder gives children experiences that promote an understanding of families and of communities beyond their own. For example, they visit soft-play centres and the local country park and see a range of different people. n The childminder supports children to have a love of books. She reads stories to children as they eat a snack. There is a large selection of books for children to choose from. Children take home a book for parents to read to them. This

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contributes to their early literacy and reading skills. n The childminder introduces new vocabulary, such as 'nectar' and 'pollen'. She enthusiastically shares her thoughts and her ideas as she plays alongside the children. The childminder asks children lots of questions to promote their thinking skills. However, she does not always give them enough time to respond before giving them the answer. n The childminder places a strong focus on developing children's independence from a young age. When children come in from outdoors, the childminder encourages them to take off their own all-in-one suits and boots. When children say they cannot do it, the childminder assures them they can, and she will help if they need it. n Parents speak highly of the care their children receive and the wealth of 'interesting and engaging' activities their children access. Parents appreciate the childminder's efforts to value their home cultures and heritage. Comments

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include, 'you have such a calm and reassuring approach to children.'

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder can identify possible indicators of abuse. She knows what to do should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. This includes signs which could indicate a child is at risk of radicalisation or extreme views. The childminder ensures the necessary checks have been carried out on all adults living on the premises. She ensures her own and her assistant's first-aid qualification is kept up to date. The childminder supervises the children well. She is vigilant in her care, especially when she moves around the house. She ensures she can always see the children. This helps to support children's safety and well-being.

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should:

8 July 2021 n give children enough time to process their thoughts, to enable them to respond to questions and to express their ideas.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY556372 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10190390 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 12 Number of children on roll 14 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Cotgrave, Nottinghamshire. She operates all year round from 7am to 5.30pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, expect bank holidays and family holidays. During the Covid-19 pandemic, the childminder's husband worked alongside her as an assistant.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector visited the areas of the home that children access. The childminder explained how she has planned her environment to support children's interests and independence. n The inspector observed the childminder interacting with children. She jointly evaluated a planned activity with the childminder. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and the children at appropriate times. She spoke to a parent and viewed written questionnaires from parents to obtain their views. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation. This included evidence of the suitability of those living on the premises and the safeguarding policy.

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Inspection activities

8 July 2021 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

8 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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