Childminder in Norfolk

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 thrive in the care of this kind and compassionate childminder. They demonstrate that they feel safe and comfortable in her care. Children form strong bonds with the childminder. They separate happily from their parents and settle quickly to their play. Children excitedly anticipate the fun that they are going to have throughout the day. They are confident that their favourite activities will be available and are keen to engage visitors and friends in their play. Children are confident to express their ideas as the childminder carefully supports and extends their communication skills. She accurately interprets babies' non-verbal cues, and makes sure that all children receive the attention that they need to achieve.

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The provision is good

Children's behaviour is very good. The childminder is patient and encouraging. She sets clear expectations for children that are appropriate to their age and stage of development. She offers a sense of security and order for children through consistent, simple routines. Children help to tidy their toys away when they have finished playing with them. They learn to be responsible for their environment from a young age. Children become considerate playmates as the childminder gently teaches them to take turns, and helps them to form friendships.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is keen to improve her practice and provision. She seeks further training that will improve her skills and knowledge. She reflects on the environment and resources that she provides for the children. She discusses with parents their children's current interests, so that she can incorporate these into her planning. Frequent assessments of children's learning and development are used to ensure that children build on what they know and can do. n The childminder speaks clearly to children. She provides them with a commentary to their play and responds with enthusiasm to their spoken and non-verbal communication. Children enjoy sharing books and singing rhymes. The childminder builds on young children's emerging speech sounds as she encourages them to mimic the calls of their favourite animals. She introduces new words, such as 'siren', when discussing fire engines. All children are motivated communicators.

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n Parents are delighted with their children's experiences at the childminder's setting. They highlight how she provides a homely and nurturing environment and describe her as 'friendly, kind, calm and patient.' Parents value the regular feedback that the childminder provides about their children's time at the setting. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, parents drop off children at the door. The childminder ensures that these handovers are not rushed. Parents state that they are confident that their children are safe and happy. n The childminder provides plenty of opportunities for children to develop their

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need to do better?

8 August 2022 physical skills. They shovel sand, pour water and practise throwing balls through hoops in the delightful and well-equipped garden. The childminder organises trips, such as to the library and park. Children learn to appreciate their wider community. n The childminder plans carefully to teach children skills that will support their later learning. She introduces mathematical language into her play and provides opportunities for young children to count, recognise numbers and share resources, such as play dough. Children use tools to cut and shape the dough, which prepare their hand muscles for later writing. They are well prepared for the next stages in their learning. n The childminder teaches children some good self-care skills. They learn to wipe their faces after eating and to serve pre-prepared fruit. The childminder provides healthy snacks and teaches children excellent table manners. However,

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need to do better?

occasionally, the childminder misses opportunities to build on children's independence. For instance, she opens wrappers that children could manage themselves. Consequently, children do not consistently make the very best progress. n Although partnerships with parents are strong, the childminder does not provide parents with clear information about how to further extend children's learning at home. There is not a fully joined-up approach that ensures parents know how to support children's next steps in their learning and 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 indicators that a child may be at risk of harm. She undertakes regular safeguarding training and understands wider safeguarding concerns. She understands the risks to children from radicalisation or grooming, and knows how to report any concerns. The childminder has robust processes in place to follow up if a child does not attend a session. She tracks accidents and incidents, both in the setting and that children sustain in the home. She has clear procedures that she follows if these indicate any concerns. She demonstrates a clear commitment to keeping children safe from harm.

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should:

n provide even more opportunities for children to build on their good self-care and independent skills n enhance the information offered to parents about how to support children's next steps and build on their learning when they are at home.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY549466 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10174064 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 13 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Norwich. She operates all year round, from 7.45am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n Children spoke to the inspector and showed her what they enjoy doing while with the childminder. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The inspector took of account parents' written and verbal feedback. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

8 August 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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Inspection activities

8 August 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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