Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

The quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Outstanding

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The provision is outstanding

Children are welcomed into an environment bursting with learning opportunities. They build on their vocabulary, learning new words, such as 'crocus' and 'crumbly'. Children use their imagination, for example, when they use conkers to create an animal picnic. They draw on large pieces of paper, developing pencil control in preparation for school. Learning is embedded. Children remember what they have learned. They recall when they grew sunflowers and green beans and say, 'tadpoles turn into frogs' as they excitedly look for them in the pond.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder provides an extensive range of meaningful experiences. Children explore outdoors during, 'Wellie Wednesdays'. The childminder takes the children to visit the Nottingham Contemporary and they go strawberry picking. Children visit places using local transport, as this is something they do not have the opportunity to do at other times.

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The provision is outstanding

Children play wonderfully together. They are supported to embed the childminder's values, to make and maintain positive relationships. Children show concern for each other, saying 'sorry' with a hug when they accidentally hurt each other. They show patience when taking turns during games. Children problem-solve together, trying different ideas to stop the guttering they are playing with from leaking. They show high levels of respect. These skills set children up for future success.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows the children extremely well. She plans activities and experiences that capture children's imaginations and focus on their interests and next steps in learning. For example, children's interest in nature is supported through books and going on nature walks. As a result, children show high levels of engagement and are eager to learn new things. n Children have access to an excellent range of books. The childminder is passionate about ensuring children develop a love of reading. She visits bookshops with children to read new stories. They talk about the authors and illustrators. Children excitedly choose one of their favourite stories. The childminder reads skilfully, building anticipation, which keeps children engaged and eager to listen to more stories. Children take books home, which supports reading at home. n The childminder identifies when children need more support and works with

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need to do better?

parents to ensure they get this. She researches how children can be supported, while awaiting advice from appropriate agencies. The childminder visits settings where children attend and liaises with local schools, so that she can prepare children for their next stage of learning. This helps to ensure children are given the best possible opportunities to make the progress they are capable of.

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16 November 2022 n Children develop independence skills as they add, and mix, ingredients together when making cheese scones. They competently use knives to cut the butter. The childminder's constant praise, such as 'perfect' and 'fantastic', keeps children motivated. They develop confidence in their abilities and have positive attitudes to learning saying, 'I can do it', as they grate the cheese. The childminder skilfully introduces mathematical learning. For example, she teaches number recognition and language, such as 'more', as children measure the ingredients using digital scales. n Parents describe the childminder as, 'the most amazing person ever.' They receive individual home-learning activities that parents say they find useful. Children borrow things of interest, such as dressing-up clothes, which continues their learning at home. Parents are provided with ongoing updates about children's development and next steps, through individual communication books.

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This impressive two-way partnership contributes to children flourishing in their development. n The childminder is passionate about doing all she can for children. She is eager to learn new things, to create even better outcomes for children. The childminder uses webinars, attends various training sessions, and does her own research to strengthen her already extensive knowledge. For example, she has recently completed short courses around curiosity training and is working towards a level 2 autism spectrum disorder course. The childminder regularly reviews her own skills and the learning opportunities she makes available to children. She uses feedback from parents and children to support her self- evaluation.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has rigorous procedures in place to keep children safe. She knows what to do if a concern arises regarding a child, herself or a member of her household. The childminder knows the different types and signs of abuse. She has a sound knowledge of local safeguarding concerns, such as radicalisation and county lines. The childminder updates and refreshes her knowledge through training and research. She attends various training courses and receives safeguarding newsletters. The childminder has independently learned more about 'operation encompass'. Parents receive updates on different topics, such as internet safety. Thorough and frequent risk assessments ensure children are kept safe.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY447544 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10235796 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 10 Date of previous inspection 12 January 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in West Bridgford, Nottingham. She operates term time only, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Tuesday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She offers funded early 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 childminder. n The inspector spoke to parents to gain feedback regarding their thoughts. n The inspector carried out a leadership and management discussion with the childminder. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of the childminder and household members. n The inspector spoke with children and the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector carried out observations of the teaching and learning. n The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector carried out a learning walk and discussed the curriculum with the childminder.

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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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