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 Good

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The provision is good

Children settle well in this inviting and nurturing environment. They have formed close relationships with the childminder and her assistant. This helps children to be happy, confident and safe in their care. Children behave well and play amicably alongside each other. They are kind to their friends and take care of the resources. Children know to tidy away resources when they have finished playing with them. They show a sense of belonging as they know where to put their shoes and hang up their bag and coat.

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The provision is good

Young children show curiosity as they play with remote controlled cars. They look at the car as they press the button, showing delight when they make it move. Children explore the different buttons and what they all do. As they do this, they learn new words and concepts, such as 'fast', 'slow' and 'go'.

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The provision is good

Children are supported to become independent. At snack and mealtimes, the children help with the preparation of food. Children understand how to keep themselves safe as they use knives to spread butter and chop bananas. The childminder demonstrates how to hold and use the knife in the correct way. In addition, children are encouraged to pour their own water. Children's confidence and self-esteem are fostered well. The childminder and her assistant provide praise to the children when they show them their achievements.

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need to do better?

n The curriculum is stimulating and engaging. It is planned effectively to meet all children's individual needs. The childminder has a clear view of what she wants the children to learn and experience during their time with her. She confidently talks about what children are interested in, and where they are in their learning and development. Consequently, all children make good progress in readiness for their eventual move to school. n The childminder provides a calm and purposeful atmosphere in her home. Children are motivated and have a positive attitude to their learning. The childminder and her assistant join in with children's play, extend their learning and challenge them. However, they are quick to offer a more adult-led activity, such as encouraging children to draw or suggesting a group singing session. This means children get less time to explore their own ideas. n Children love spending time in the large, well-designed garden. Older children's

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need to do better?

physical skills are developing well. They enjoy chasing each other and squirting each other with water, as they safely negotiate obstacles. However, babies' physical skills are not promoted as well. There are fewer opportunities for them to move or cruise around the environment to enhance their physical skills further.

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10 August 2022 n The childminder and her assistant support children's communication and language development well. They repeat words and phrases back to the children, so they hear the correct pronunciation. The childminder and her assistant introduce new vocabulary and ask children questions, to check their understanding. Children enjoy singing and story time. They use instruments to tap out rhythms and explore sounds. This enhances their literacy development. n The childminder reflects on her practice and makes improvements to benefit the children. For example, along with her assistants, she has attended training in mathematics to improve the learning opportunities on offer to children. In addition, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the childminder has adapted the layout of her garden so that children can access this in all weathers. This ensures that children are able to develop healthy lifestyles as they play in the

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fresh air. n Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder shares information with parents regularly and keeps them informed of the progress their children make. She gathers detailed information from parents about what children know and can do when they first start. She then uses this information to help plan precisely for children's learning from the outset. The childminder works with teachers and parents to ensure that children have a smooth transition into school.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant know how to keep children safe and protected from harm. They complete safeguarding training and keep this knowledge up to date. The childminder knows the steps to take should there be concerns about children's welfare or an allegation made against herself, assistant or household member. The childminder has a broad understanding of safeguarding issues, including the 'prevent' duty and county lines. Children are taught about safety. For example, they are carefully supervised as they negotiate the steps into the garden. The premises are secure, and children play in a safe environment.

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should:

n give children enough time to explore and investigate their own ideas and interests as they play n review and adapt the environment for babies to maximise their physical development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY484039 Local authority Derby Inspection number 10231956 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 20 Date of previous inspection 20 September 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Oakwood, Derby. The childminder operates Monday to Thursday from 7.30am until 5.30pm, all year round, except for Christmas and bank and family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant on a daily basis but employs two in total.

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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 childminder talked to the inspector about the curriculum she offers in her provision. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors. She discussed children's progress with the childminder. n A joint observation was carried out with the childminder and inspector. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation. This included evidence of the childminder's suitability, the complaints record and safeguarding documents. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and her assistant throughout the inspection. They discussed the intentions of activities, children's progress and safeguarding. n Written views from parents were taken into account.

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Inspection activities

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

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