Childminder in Nottinghamshire

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 motivated to take part in activities and enjoy the childminder's company. They spend their time singing songs, sharing books, talking and chatting with the childminder. Children become deeply engaged in baking activities as they use their senses to smell and feel the texture of ingredients. They use their small- muscle skills and hand-eye coordination as they use spoons and whisks to scoop, empty and fill containers. With the childminder's support, children learn to crack eggs and fill paper cases with cake mixture. The childminder helps them learn about safety, as she teaches them how ovens get hot and what the red light means.

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The provision is good

The childminder speaks to children respectfully and values their ideas, which encourages them to do the same for others. Children are engaged in discussions with the childminder and are becoming confident communicators. They listen carefully and happily follow the childminder's instructions. Children enjoy being helpful and learn to care for their environment as the childminder encourages them to tidy away toys and set the table for lunch. Children develop a love of books from an early age. They listen intently as the childminder reads to them and enjoy sharing books from home.

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need to do better?

n The experienced childminder skilfully supports children's communication and language using nursery rhymes and stories. She takes every opportunity to introduce new words and language. For example, children learn words, such as mix, beat, and stir as they add ingredients to a bowl. The childminder engages them in conversation and provides them with plenty of time to ask and answer questions. This helps children to build their vocabulary and develop their speaking skills. n The childminder links previous activities in her discussions to help children remember what they have learned. For example, children are encouraged to recall walking along the lane, viewing flowers called snowdrops and watching the water. The childminder reminds them of the swans swimming, and children chat about listening to the birds sing and seeing an aeroplane high in the sky. n The childminder teaches children early mathematical concepts in preparation for

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school. For example, she supports children to count and recognise that each item counts as one. Children are supported to recognise numerals as they use weighing scales and learn the vocabulary of shape and size. n Regular observations and assessments enable the childminder to plan a broad curriculum centred around children's interests. Children make good progress overall and learn through a good balance of adult-led learning activities. However, although the childminder sets out specific activities, she does not

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27 March 2023 always closely link these to the learning needs of children to ensure they are constantly challenged and able to develop their play ideas. n The childminder teaches children to be independent. She supports them to manage their personal needs and keep themselves healthy. For example, children learn to wash their hands after using the toilet and before eating. The childminder leads discussions to help children to understand the importance of removing germs and the benefits of healthy eating at snack time. She provides resources to support children's awareness of caring for their teeth. n The childminder knows the children well and sensitively meets their care and learning needs. She fosters children's self-esteem through praise and encouragement. Children learn to take pride in their achievements. They show a strong sense of belonging as they confidently share these with visitors. The childminder models positive behaviour as she speaks softly and gently to

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children, who enjoy regular cuddles with her. n Partnerships with parents and other professionals are strong. Parents speak highly of the childminder. They compliment the home-from-home environment and praise the level of support their children receive. The childminder has professional discussions with other early years providers that the children attend to share appropriate information and ensure continuity of care. n The childminder is committed to improving the quality of her provision and her professional development. She accesses regular training and meets with other childminders to build on her current skills and enhance her existing knowledge. She continues to evaluate her practice well and identifies further improvements.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder keeps her home safe and secure. She minimises risks to children and reminds children to tidy away toys after they have finished playing so they do not trip over them. The childminder has a secure understanding of a range of safeguarding issues, including the risks children may face from radical views or domestic violence. She attends regular safeguarding training and confidently discusses her safeguarding knowledge. The childminder can answer questions on a variety of scenarios, demonstrating her understanding of how she keeps children safe. She is confident with the local procedures for reporting concerns should she have any about a child's welfare.

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should:

n develop clearer links between the intent and delivery of activities to shape these to the learning needs of each child.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY403692 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10264635 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 6 Date of previous inspection 21 June 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Linby, Nottinghamshire. She operates Monday and Tuesday, from 8am to 5.15pm, term time only. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3. She provides 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. 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 viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector completed a joint observation and evaluated this with the childminder. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and the children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their curriculum. n The inspector looked at a sample of the childminder's documents. n The inspector took account of the feedback from parents.

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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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