Childminder in Derby

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 in this home-from-home setting. They are confident and make choices about their play. Older children safely pedal bicycles up and down the patio, negotiating the furniture as they go. Younger children ride in sit-on cars and giggle as they press the horn. Children have a strong attachment to the childminder and go to her for reassurance and help. They behave well and play cooperatively together. For example, children take turns fixing the train track together. They handle the pieces and decide where to put them. They share the trains and trucks and push them gently around the track.

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The provision is good

Older children hunt for insects in the garden and become excitable as they find a spider. They describe the spider as 'moving fast'. With support from the childminder, the children count the spider's legs and watch as the spider scrambles among the flowers.

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The provision is good

Children use their fingers to delicately pick up small construction bricks and push them together to make houses. Older children use their imagination and put play people into the houses. They make doors and windows and thoroughly enjoy taking the people in and out of their houses. Younger children build towers out of larger bricks and scream as the tower falls down and try to count to three.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is reflective and plans a curriculum that takes account of children's interests. For example, children show an interest in animals and the childminder acts on this. She plans a trip to the farm so the children can see the farm animals and learn how to care for them. She adds to this by providing books and toys to help extend their learning about animals. n The childminder observes the children and assesses their development. She uses the information she gathers to help children's future learning. For instance, she teaches language skills effectively. The childminder makes eye contact with younger children and repeats words to help their pronunciation. She speaks clearly and asks older children questions to encourage them to think and use their vocabulary. For example, the childminder encourages the older children to describe what a kiwi fruit feels like, and they tell her it feels 'hairy' and 'soft'.

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need to do better?

n The childminder plans an activity to make a fruit salad for snack. Older children explore the fruit and investigate what's inside. They find black seeds inside kiwi fruits and pips in oranges. This inspires their curiosity and encourages them to cut up more fruit. However, the childminder does not involve the younger children in this activity. n The childminder adopts a positive and supportive approach to children's behaviour. She gets down to their level to talk to children. For example, as one

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need to do better?

21 June 2022 of the older children snatches a toy off a younger child, she explains calmly that this is not fair and encourages the child to say sorry. She interacts with children and joins in their play. Children receive lots of praise for their efforts to build on their increasing confidence. They use their manners, saying 'please' and 'thank you' as they eat their snack. n The childminder works closely with parents. She encourages parents to share information about their children's routines and individual needs. The childminder speaks to parents about what the children are doing while in her care. She informs parents about their child's learning, so they can help them at home if they wish. Parents comment that the childminder is flexible, professional and kind. They further say they value the service the childminder provides. n The childminder finds out about the experiences children have at home. She

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creates opportunities to broaden children's skills and knowledge. For example, children go to forest-school sessions and learn new skills. They toast marshmallows, make bird feeders and build dens. n The childminder promotes children's self-care skills and follows good hygiene routines. For example, she encourages young children to feed themselves. Older children know the routine well. They know to wash their hands after using the bathroom and before eating.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding issues. She knows the signs to look out for that may indicate a child is at harm. She understands the procedures to follow if she has a concern about a child's welfare or an allegation is made against her. The childminder completes regular training to keep her knowledge of safeguarding up to date. The childminder encourages children to take risks in a safe environment. For example, she explains to older children about the dangers of using knives and encourages them to use the knives carefully.

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should:

n involve younger children more in planned activities and encourage them to explore, investigate and develop their curiosity.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2563900 Local authority Derby Inspection number 10232170 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 12 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019 and lives in Spondon, Derbyshire. She holds an early years qualification at level 3. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays, the week at Christmas and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for three- and four-year old children.

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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 childminder. n The inspector completed a learning walk of the childminder's provision and discussed how she organises and implements her curriculum. n The childminder took part in a joint observation with the inspector. The inspector considered the quality of education during activities and the impact this had on children's learning. n The children spoke with the inspector and invited her into their play at appropriate times throughout the inspection. The inspector observed interactions and the conversations between the childminder and the children and considered the impact these have on children's learning. n The parents provided the inspector with testimonials about the childminder so

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the inspector could take into account their views. n The inspector had a discussion with the childminder about her training and how she evaluates her practice. n The childminder showed the inspector her relevant documentation and evidence of her suitability.

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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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21 June 2022 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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