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 Good

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The provision is good

The childminder and children build close emotional bonds. Children are wary of visitors to the setting, as would be expected of those who are very young. They seek out the childminder and she gives them reassurance and cuddles. Children slowly show confidence to speak. They are familiar with the consistent routine and know what happens next throughout the day, promoting a good sense of belonging. The childminder encourages good hygiene practices. She follows good routines for changing nappies, helping to reduce the risks of cross-infection. Children know to clean their hands before eating. They are supported to put on their own shoes and coat before going outside to play. Children develop their physical skills as they play outside on the climbing frame. They are helped to take managed risks.

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The provision is good

The childminder helps children learn about the importance of considering the needs and feelings of others. Children mostly play alongside each other. With encouragement, they are beginning to initiate interactions with their peers and share resources. The childminder is careful to ensure that all children are fully included in activities and routines of the day. She values and respects each child as an individual. Children readily choose what they want to do and the childminder is led by this. She is actively engaged in their play.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows the children well and talks confidently about them. She understands the needs of the age range she is working with. The childminder follows children's individual routines for sleeping, helping to promote continuity of care. She plans and provides activities that build on what children already know and can do. Children readily choose from the varied and interesting range of toys and resources. n The childminder responds positively to the babbles and gestures of young children, providing a running commentary as they play. She introduces new vocabulary and encourages children to repeat the words back. However, the childminder overlooks opportunities to further promote children's thinking skills. She tends to provide children with answers before they have had time to think and express their own responses. n The childminder effectively supports children's developing awareness of managing their own emotions and behaviour. Children are encouraged to share

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need to do better?

resources and take turns. The childminder is a good role model. She is calm and gentle and treats children with positive regard. n The childminder establishes warm and nurturing relationships with the children in her care. Children readily invite her to share in their play. They are inquisitive and motivated to play and learn. Children develop independence and the key

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19 April 2023 skills needed to be ready for the next stage in their learning. n Children have daily opportunities for exercise and fresh air, helping to promote their good health and physical well-being. The childminder plans daily outings into the local area. Children learn about people and communities beyond their immediate experience. n The childminder is committed to providing a good-quality care and learning experience for children. She maintains mandatory training, such as paediatric first aid. The childminder attends additional training, to the benefit of the children. For example, she recently completed training in 'loose parts'. This helped her to consider the resources that she provides for children and how they are used. n The childminder demonstrates good partnerships with parents. She keeps them informed about their children's day and learning. Information is shared daily, through both verbal communication and online records.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder maintains training in child protection to ensure that she is up to date with changes to legislation and local procedures. She has a good awareness of the indicators of signs and symptoms of abuse. The childminder knows how to report concerns to ensure that children's welfare is protected. The childminder is aware of wider safeguarding issues, such as the 'Prevent' duty. She understands her responsibility to identify and support families who may be at risk from extreme behaviours and views. The childminder knows what to do if an allegation is made against herself or a family member.

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should:

n give children time to think and respond to questions before giving them answers.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY541291 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10283688 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 15 Date of previous inspection 7 February 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in King's Lynn. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds qualified teacher status. The childminder provides funded early education to 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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder and the inspector had a conversation to help the inspector understand how the early years curriculum is organised. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this had on children's learning. n The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection. She observed an activity and jointly evaluated this with the childminder. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members and qualifications of the childminder.

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Inspection activities

19 April 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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Inspection activities

19 April 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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