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 are happy and settled in this warm and nurturing setting. They have built strong relationships with the childminder, who is caring and attentive towards their needs. Children readily go to the childminder for cuddles and eagerly share their play experiences. They enthusiastically take part in music and singing sessions each day. Children confidently copy the movements of the childminder and giggle with excitement as the actions get quicker. The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour and is a positive role model. She uses a calm, quiet voice when interacting with children, who respond positively in the same peaceful manner. Children are familiar with the daily routines, which helps them to become independent and supports their future development.

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The provision is good

The childminder has a well-thought-out curriculum that promotes learning across all seven areas of development. Children are provided with freedom to choose what they want to play with and independently access the well-resourced environment with confidence. Children show curiosity in all activities and a willingness to join in and try new things. For example, children show delight as they explore what happens when they mix coloured water together. This helps children to build excellent levels of self-esteem and can-do attitudes.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has high expectations for children's learning. For example, younger children delight in exploring wooden letters and already know that 'D' is for 'daddy'. The childminder makes regular assessments of what the children know and can do. She quickly identifies any gaps in their learning and puts appropriate support in place. This proactive approach helps children to develop key skills for future learning. The childminder shares this information effectively with other settings children attend to ensure continuity in their care. n The childminder supports children to become increasingly independent. For instance, children independently wash their hands and help to set the table for lunch. They select from a wide range of colourful vegetables and self-serve their food. Children are taught the benefits of healthy eating. They enthusiastically discuss how they grow fruit and vegetables in the childminder's garden.

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need to do better?

n Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are supported well and make excellent progress. The childminder works closely with parents and other professionals to ensure their needs are being met. n Children make good progress in their physical development. They have plenty of opportunities for fresh air and exercise. For example, children attend regular outings as well as meeting socially with other childminders and their children. This supports children's sense of belonging in their local community and allows them to develop a sense of the world around them.

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17 August 2022 n The childminder has developed strong partnerships with parents. Parents comment that the childminder goes above and beyond what is expected of her. They feel their children have blossomed with her gentle care and encouragement, and that she supports them well. The childminder keeps parents well informed about their children's progress and supports their learning at home. n The childminder introduces mathematical concepts to children while they play. For example, she encourages children to count how many facial features they have when constructing faces with the play dough. However, at times, the childminder misses opportunities to fully extend children's mathematical learning beyond what they already know. n Children flourish in their communication and language development. The childminder uses ongoing commentary as children play and introduces new vocabulary. Children learn to converse in other languages. The childminder uses

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conversations, songs and stories expertly and skilfully introduces German words into children's play. For instance, children confidently say 'danke' when thanking the childminder for their snack. n The childminder is passionate about the service she provides and is dedicated to improving her professional development. She completes mandatory training and is attending a course in outdoor learning to enhance this area of development for the children. This ensures she can continue to support children's learning and development to the highest standard.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a secure understanding of her safeguarding responsibilities. She can identify when children may be at risk from harm and how to report these concerns to the relevant agencies. The childminder understands what to do in the event of an allegation being made against herself or her family. She undertakes online safeguarding training and ensures her statutory training, such as paediatric first aid, is up to date. The childminder completes effective risk assessments of her environment and teaches children about manageable risks. She encourages children to identify and manage appropriate risks as they play to ensure that they remain safe.

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should:

n make use of opportunities during interactions with children to fully extend their mathematical learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY563178 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10191445 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She provides funded early years education for two-, 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 provision. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of her home that children access. They discussed how the childminder organises her setting and plans the curriculum and experiences for children. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation. n Children spoke to the inspector about what they enjoy doing while with the childminder. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and the children and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector and the childminder reflected on a learning experience for the children. n The inspector took account of the views of parents.

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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

17 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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