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 enjoy the warm, home-from-home setting, where they are relaxed, confident and settled. The childminder adds to children's sense of security with her kind and fun-loving nature. Children move confidently around the environment and show curiosity about resources such as the Christmas sensory basket. Children spontaneously share a caring hug. The childminder thanks the children for their kindness. Children learn about boundaries and positive behaviour during their play. For example, the childminder supports children sensitively to use kind hands, take turns and share the resources.

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The provision is good

Children of all ages enjoy taking part in regular routines. In the morning, the childminder encourages children to recognise their photo and name to register their attendance. This contributes to children developing the necessary skills which prepare them well for their eventual move on to school. Children involve the childminder in their play. She gets down to their level and plays alongside them. For example, she introduces a narrative as the children explore a small-world town and fake snow. This follows on from a flurry of snowfall the previous day. Children have a good imagination. They use objects to pretend they are something else. For example, they use a toolkit and pretend it is a doctor's medical kit.

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need to do better?

n The childminder demonstrates a positive attitude to professional development. She accesses courses and webinars to keep her knowledge up to date. For example, she speaks positively about training that has enhanced her safeguarding knowledge. n The childminder carries out ongoing observations and assessments and discusses these with parents. She is aware of what children already know and can do. The childminder plans activities to follow children's interests and support what they need to learn next. For example, she encourages children who are learning numbers to count as they play. This helps children to make good progress in their learning. n The childminder plans activities she knows children will enjoy, such as sticking and gluing. However, very occasionally, during these activities, she does not consider how she can challenge and extend children's learning even further. n The childminder supports children well to manage and regulate their behaviour.

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She is patient and gives simple, clear explanations. She makes sure that children understand the reasons why some behaviour is not acceptable. Children listen and respond positively to instructions. n The childminder promotes children's health and hygiene well. She teaches them to wash their hands before they eat. Furthermore, the childminder is a good role model. For example, she washes her hands after wiping a child's nose or

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7 December 2021 changing a nappy. The childminder makes sure that the children have daily access to fresh air when she takes them to collect older children from school. n The childminder provides children with opportunities to learn about the wider world. For instance, she takes children on outings to the library and theme parks, and they go for woodland walks and attend forest school sessions. This helps to broaden children's horizons beyond those they may not experience at home. n The childminder recognises the important role she has in helping children to acquire and use language. Children communicate well and they happily chat with visitors. The childminder models and repeats vocabulary. For instance, when children say they want a 'nana', the childminder reinforces the correct word by replying, 'You would like a banana.' n The childminder occasionally uses online programmes to introduce children to

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need to do better?

the use of information technology equipment. However, she has not yet considered how she can extend this further by teaching children about the potential risks and dangers when using this technology. n The childminder encourages the children to engage with songs and rhymes. She gives each child in turn the opportunity to choose a song. Children join in with the words and actions. This contributes to their creativity and language development, and helps them to express themselves. n Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder seeks their views and opinions through evaluations, and she values what they say. Parents are thrilled with the service the childminder provides. They comment that the childminder provides activities that have contributed well to their children's development.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of the procedures to follow should she have any safeguarding concerns. She recognises the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. The childminder knows who to contact if she has concerns about the welfare of a child. Furthermore, the childminder is aware of the signs and behaviours that may indicate that a child is at risk from extremist views. The childminder knows who to contact if an allegation is made against herself or a member of her household. The childminder uses equipment to restrict children's access to areas of higher risk. For example, she has a safety gate at the kitchen door.

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should:

n make the most of planned opportunities to consistently extend and challenge children's learning

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should:

7 December 2021 n help children to learn about the potential dangers and risks when they access the internet, to extend their understanding of personal safety.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2534740 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10208553 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 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019 and lives in Rainworth, Nottinghamshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector looked around the areas of the setting available to children. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and the children throughout the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of education during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector took account of written evaluations from parents. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of suitability checks, qualifications, policies and procedures.

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Inspection activities

7 December 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

7 December 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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