Childminder, Out-of school day care in Nottinghamshire

This provision meets requirements

Children happily greet the childminder when she collects them at the end of the school day. Young children cuddle the childminder, showing that they are emotionally secure in her care. Older children are excited to tell the childminder about their school projects. They are proud to show her the plant pots that they have made from lollipop sticks. Children feel valued, as the childminder asks what they have done during their day. They explain to her what lessons they have had. Children cheerfully chat to their friends and the childminder.

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This provision meets requirements

Children show responsibility as they walk home from school with the childminder. Older children demonstrate their independence as they walk ahead of the group to unlock the childminder's home. They are trusted with the house key. This is helping these children get ready for the next stage in their education as they approach secondary school. All children are supported in learning how to cross the road safely. Younger children take the childminder's hand and the childminder reminds them to look in both directions for traffic. These children follow the rules for walking home by stopping at agreed 'check points' along the way. The childminder is developing children's independence in an age-appropriate way.

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need to do better?

n The childminder communicates effectively with other professionals and parents. For example, she exchanges information with teachers when she collects children from school. She works in partnership with these professionals to ensure children's care needs are being met. The childminder passes on relevant information to parents about their child and their day at school. n The childminder knows what topics children are learning about at school from reading the school bulletin. She provides activities to children in her home to extend this learning. For example, some children are learning about cities. The childminder has made a display about London. She provides photos of famous landmarks and play bricks for children to make these structures. Children concentrate hard as they build. They name their creations 'Big Ben' and the 'Tower Bridge'. This shows their learning from school is being reinforced. n The childminder helps children to learn about healthy lifestyles. Children choose

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to have an 'afternoon tea'. The childminder provides children with sandwiches containing healthier options, such as ham. Children make 'treat' sandwiches to add to the selection, such as jam sandwiches. The childminder supports children to choose a mix of these sandwiches. She suggests children eat fruit before cake. This is teaching children about having a balanced diet. n Children behave very well. They know the house rules and can understand what these mean. For example, younger children explain that 'play fair' means not to

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4 May 2022 snatch toys. When children sometimes forget to follow the rules, their friends remind them what they are. For example, to use nice words during their conversations. Children show their manners as they say, 'can you pass me the melon, please?' n The childminder celebrates the birthdays of the children in her care. On these days, the birthday child chooses what the children eat for tea and what party games are played. This makes children feel special and unique. n Older children explain that the childminder has taught them about how to stay safe when they are using the internet. Children know what to do if they see something that they do not like online. They know that they should not share their personal details or talk to people that they do not know. This is helping children understand the risks associated with the internet. n The childminder has completed relevant training and uses learning to develop

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her practice. For example, she has undertaken training to learn how to support children who are reluctant to try new foods. The childminder has used some strategies from this, such as to offer new food to children in bite sized pieces. This has worked and children are happy to try new foods that are introduced to them, such as houmous. n Parents are happy with the care that the childminder offers. They say that their child loves their time with the childminder and feels comfortable in her home.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder knows what signs to look out for that might suggest a child is at risk of harm. She knows what to do if she has a concern of this nature. The childminder is alert to the signs of risks that children may encounter as they get older, such as bullying or grooming. The childminder knows what to do if there is an allegation made against her or a member of her household. She uses a daily risk assessment to identify any hazards in her home, helping to ensure she provides safe spaces for children to play.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY216350 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10114469 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 11 Date of previous inspection 6 May 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2002 and lives in Keyworth, Nottinghamshire. She provides before- and after school-care only. The provision operates between 7.30am and 9am, and between 3.30pm and 6.pm, Monday to Thursday, during term times only. The childminder has a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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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 their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder and inspector completed a tour of all areas of the childminder's home. n Children confidently communicated with the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector carried out joint observations of group activities with the childminder. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector reviewed written feedback from parents and took account of their views.

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4 May 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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