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

Children arrive at the setting with excitement and a keen interest to learn. They are curious and confidently explore the well-resourced environment. Children have developed a secure relationship with the childminder. They invite her to join in with their play and cuddle her for reassurance when needed. Children behave well and show kindness and consideration to others. They help younger children to settle in when arriving and play cooperatively together. The childminder models positive behaviours to children, such as using good manners and sharing resources. Children instinctively know to tidy away their toys before moving on to another activity.

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The provision is good

Children have developed a love for reading and have access to a wide range of books. They take their chosen book to the childminder and sit on her lap, as they enthusiastically recall what will happen next in the story. Children show an eagerness to learn about the world around them. They enjoy watching the birds out of the window as the childminder helps to identify the names of the birds that they can see. The childminder promotes children's independence. They confidently change their clothes when they get wet, and access the toilet independently. This supports children to develop the skills needed for the next stage of their learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows the children well. She gathers detailed information from parents about what children know and can do when they first start. The childminder uses her observations and tracking to effectively plan age- appropriate activities and experiences linked to children's individual next steps in learning. She completes relevant developmental checks, which she shares with parents regularly. n The childminder supports children to lead a healthy lifestyle. She works with parents to ensure that children have healthy lunches. The childminder plans fun activities for children to learn about the benefits of good oral health. She understands the importance of outdoor learning and physical exercise. For example, children enjoy walking across pallets and planks to learn how their bodies work and to develop their physical skills. Children understand the importance of good hygiene. They instinctively know to wash their hands after

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blowing their noses and before mealtimes. n The childminder provides activities that are inviting and planned around the children's individual needs and interests. For example, children learn how to use scissors as they cut flowers, and identify the different colours that they can see. However, on occasion, the childminder does not always teach children the skills that they need to maintain high levels of concentration during activities. Some children quickly lose focus and wander off.

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5 June 2023 n The childminder carefully weaves mathematical learning through children's play. For instance, children excitedly explore treasure boxes and count how many shells they have found. The childminder sings 'five little speckled frogs', and encourages the children to identify what number will come next. As a result, children make good progress in this area of their development. n Parents speak highly of the childminder. They discuss how she is warm, kind and caring, and that they 'could not have dreamed of a better childminder'. Parents feel well informed about what their children are learning and discuss how they make great progress in the childminder's care. n The childminder supports children's communication and language development well. She engages in meaningful conversations with the children and gives them time to think and respond to questions that she asks. As a result, children have

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time to process and express their ideas and thoughts. However, at times, the childminder does not repeat words back to children when needed, to enable them to hear the correct pronunciation and extend their communication skills further. n The childminder is passionate about her role in supporting children and their families. She regularly reflects on her own practice and is committed to enhancing her knowledge and understanding. The childminder ensures that any training that she undertakes benefits the children. For instance, she uses the knowledge she gained from an outdoor learning course to enhance her own outdoor provision.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands her responsibility to protect the children in her care. She is aware of signs that might indicate a child is at risk of harm, including children that may be at risk of radicalisation or extremist views. The childminder knows the correct procedures to follow and who to contact should she have any concerns about a child's safety or well-being. She knows children and their families well, and is alert to any changes that may indicate that they need support. The childminder carries out daily risk assessments of her premises to make sure children can play and explore in a safe environment.

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should:

n support children to sustain their concentration and help them to become more deeply engaged in their learning activities n provide opportunities for children to repeat words and extend their vocabulary, to enhance their communication and language skills even further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY491990 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10289205 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 10 Date of previous inspection 15 November 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Thetford, Norfolk. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder 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 began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. 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 childminder and the inspector carried out a joint observation to evaluate the impact of teaching on children's learning. n The inspector spoke to parents, viewed written feedback and took account of their views. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching to assess the impact of this on children's learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and looked at relevant documentation and evidence of suitability.

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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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