Childminder, Out-of school day care in Nottinghamshire

This provision meets requirements

Children have a lovely time with the childminder. They come from school, keen to get in and start playing. Children have close relationships with her and readily go to her if they need reassurance. The childminder knows children extremely well. She responds warmly, providing care and support for them. Children recognise that the childminder enjoys their company. The childminder values what they say and shows an interest in what they do. This contributes to children's happiness in the setting.

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Children have lots of fun. The childminder ensures there is a wide range of play activities and experiences for them to enjoy. She provides the right activities at the right time to support children's needs. For example, children benefit from quieter games later in the evening. This is because the childminder recognises children are getting tired and need to relax. Children play well together. They take turns with toys and play cooperatively. Children join in a game of marbles, and enjoy a range of board games with their friends.

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This provision meets requirements

Children learn about the wider world. They enjoy celebrating Chinese New Year. Children learn about what animal symbol their birthday connects them with. They talk about whether they think they have the characteristics of their animal symbol.

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need to do better?

n Children are kept safe in the childminder's care. The childminder continually assesses possible risks in the environment, and takes action to minimise these. Children are aware of the childminder's rules for walking safety, and sensibly, on their way back from school. They learn how to keep themselves safe, as the childminder talks to them about helping keep the environment safe for everyone. n The childminder has built very strong relationships with the families who use her service. She has maintained these links throughout the COVID-19 pandemic by keeping in touch with children and their parents. Parents understand how the childminder works because she shares detailed information with them, in a clear and accessible way. They comment that they are kept fully informed about everything and that communication is 'excellent'. n Children benefit from a wide range of interesting activities. They look after a

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butterfly as it moves through it's life cycles, and create chocolate art based on the work of a visual artist they have talked about. n Children behave very well. They know, and follow, the house rules, like keeping toys in the playroom, so the lounge area can be used for quieter activities. Children respond well to the childminder's gentle reminders to be mindful of trip

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31 January 2022 hazards and to 'Walk carefully please'. n Children learn to be independent. They help the childminder to complete small tasks, such as laying the table. Children are willing to have a go at new things, and support their friends in learning new skills, like eating with chopsticks. They remind each other to wash their hands before tea. Children learn about a healthy diet. The childminder chats to them about the vegetables they have with their meal. She gently encourages them to try new things in a relaxed atmosphere. n The childminder operates a well organised and well-thought-through provision. She is knowledgeable about what she needs to do to support children's well- being. Her practice is very child-centred. She starts with the children's interests and skilfully uses these to plan, and provide, activities that further support their learning at school. n Parents speak very highly of the childminder. They say that she is 'Fully focused

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on the children' and 'Truly amazing'. Parents comment that their children take part in 'Lovely activities' and that she 'Makes every child feel valued'. n The childminder actively looks to improve her provision. She asks for feedback from parents and children, and looks at what improvements she can add to the service she offers. The childminder has completed forest school training, to support children in making the most of the outdoors.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder knows what signs and symptoms may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She has a clear understanding of the procedures to follow if she has a concern about a child, or if a child makes an allegation against a professional. The detailed policies and procedures she has in place support her in taking action if this is needed. Children are cared for in a safe and secure environment. They are kept safe online. The childminder implements appropriate internet safety measures, she closely supervises children when they use electronic devices.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2535948 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10219382 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 2019 and lives in West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire. She operates from 7.30am until 8.50am and 3.15pm until 7pm, Monday to Thursday during the school term and from 7.30am until 7pm, Monday to Thursday during the school holidays, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first inspection the childminder has received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account when evaluating the setting. n The inspector observed a range of play activities in the childminder's home. n The inspector spoke to children and the childminder at suitable times during the inspection and took account of the feedback from parents. n The inspector looked at a sample of documentation that supports the childminder's practice.

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Inspection activities

31 January 2022 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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