Childminder in Derbyshire

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 are happy and settled in the well-organised childminder's home. They have secure attachments with the childminder. They ask her questions about other children, saying, 'What's she doing?' The childminder responds appropriately, explaining that a younger child would like to be picked up as she is upset. This helps children gain an understanding of others' needs and feelings.

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The provision is good

Children have easy access to the variety of resources on offer, which are stored at a low level around the edge of the room. The resources are clearly and attractively labelled. Children explore a range of toys and choose what they would like to get out and use. This promotes the development of their independence and decision- making skills.

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The provision is good

The childminder provides a clear floor space, which enables children to practise their crawling skills in a safe space. This promotes their physical development. The childminder places a strong emphasis on singing and dancing. Children are familiar with traditional nursery rhymes and actions. They dance short routines to music, which are repeated and get faster each time. This introduces children to the concept of rhythm. The childminder encourages children to make big movements with their hands and arms. Children are improving their coordination and physical skills.

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n The childminder ensures children have enough time to settle in well. She works with parents to find out about their needs and their child's needs before they start. This means that parents feel reassured and children are settled. n Children are caring and like to help each other. For example, the childminder encourages older children to care for and comfort others using gestures, such as gently patting younger children. This supports personal, emotional and social skills. n The childminder offers a curriculum that helps children make good progress in their learning. It reflects their current interests and individual needs, and helps them to explore, become engaged and enjoy their time in play. n The childminder plans a selection of adult-led activities, based on seasonal themes. Children line up sticks and leaves to create bonfires, when visiting a local country park. They have daily fresh air and are exposed to all weather

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elements. This promotes their understanding of the world. n The childminder is adaptable in her planning and approach to children's learning. She understands that some activities need to be repeated, for children to refine skills. For example, children complete a daily calendar activity, singing a song about the days of the week, which helps them to consolidate their learning.

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10 January 2023 n The childminder encourages children to take responsibility for their own safety, in line with their stage of development. There are times, however, when children are not always reminded about the consequences of their actions, for example the likelihood of tripping up when placing their foot in the back of a toy truck and sliding it along the floor. n The childminder encourages children to be independent and make their own choices. Children choose which chair to sit on at snack time, manoeuvring themselves onto the seat with confidence. They have a 'can-do' attitude to unwrapping food contents. This supports their hand-to-eye coordination and is an important life skill. n The childminder promotes healthy eating. She gives guidance to parents in an informative, respectful manner. She sensitively explains how processed foods can have an impact on children's digestion and overall health and development.

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She promotes good oral hygiene. n The childminder is a positive role model. She encourages children to respect each other and the different make-up of families through factual information. This helps children to understand the diverse world they live in. n The childminder talks clearly about rules and expectations. However, there are times when she does not consistently follow through instructions, for example when children are asked to help to tidy up and do not do so. n Parents comment how happy they are with the provision the childminder offers. They state communication is clear, regular and timely. They value this. The 'picture communication' they receive of their children reassures them. n The childminder reflects on her childminding practices with a focus on delivering high-quality care. She completes online courses to enhance her knowledge. n The childminder draws support from other childminders. This gives her the

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opportunity to share practices and supports her and the children's social interactions. This ensures she does not feel isolated and gives the children the opportunity to play with other children.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of the procedures to follow should she believe a child is at risk of harm. She can explain how she would recognise signs and symptoms of abuse. She understands how and where to report any allegations of abuse. The childminder understands aspects of safeguarding , such as how to protect children from radicalisation. She keeps her safeguarding knowledge up to date and has completed training on different types of abuse and safe sleeping practices. She completes visual risk assessments and monitors children carefully. This ensures they are kept safe and secure.

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should:

10 January 2023 n help children develop an awareness of risks in their play and think about how they can play safely n take appropriate action when children have been given an instruction, to follow it up and make sure children develop an understanding of expectations.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY483592 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 10236552 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 9 Date of previous inspection 22 February 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Killamarsh, Sheffield. She operates all year round from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds qualified teacher status.

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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 childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures they are safe and suitable. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n Children communicated with the inspector during the inspection. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The inspector took account of the views of parents from written comments. n The childminder provided the inspector with key requested documentation.

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Inspection activities

10 January 2023 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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10 January 2023 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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