Childminder in Derby

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children are happy in the childminder's warm and welcoming environment. The childminder builds strong and positive relationships with children. She promotes their self-esteem and takes an interest in their experiences. For example, the childminder and children enthusiastically discuss children's past and future holidays. This close and open relationship she has with children helps them to feel secure in her care.

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The provision is good

Children enjoy the outdoor play opportunities provided by the childminder. They use their large muscles to jump in and out of hoops on the floor. The childminder teaches children the rules of games, such as hide and seek, and encourages them to join in. Children excitedly hide as the childminder counts to 10 before she tries to find them.

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The provision is good

The childminder teaches children how to keep themselves safe. For example, she explains how to safely get on and off a see-saw. Children are familiar with the routines set by the childminder, which help them to understand what will happen next during the day. For example, they know to tidy up before mealtimes. The childminder prepares children well to cope with change, providing them with warnings before changes in activities and routines occur.

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need to do better?

n The childminder plans a well-sequenced curriculum, which is based on children's interests, individual needs and next steps in learning. The childminder is passionate about children having fun and supporting them to learn through play. This results in children making good progress in their development. n The childminder promotes children's mathematical development. For example, she introduces them to patterns. The childminder asks children to look for patterns on butterflies and frogs and other patterns in the outdoor environment. She extends this further, helping children learn how to create and recognise patterns in sounds and actions. n Partnerships with parents are effective. The childminder shares information with parents throughout the day. This helps to keep parents informed about their children's care and learning. Parents comment positively about the provision. They state that the childminder goes above and beyond to ensure that children

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are safe and happy. n The childminder helps children to be respectful and develop manners. For example, at lunchtime, she reminds children to say please and thank you when they receive or ask for food. Children's confidence and positive behaviour are promoted through, for example, the childminder's use of verbal praise and of giving children 'high fives'.

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26 July 2023 n Children benefit from the opportunities provided by the childminder to develop their independence. For example, children confidently put their shoes on and take them off and expertly put on dressing-up outfits by themselves. They wash their hands on their own, promoting positive hygiene routines. n During group time, the childminder uses clear and simple instructions to support children's understanding. However, she does not minimise distractions in the environment. This results in the ability of some children to focus and gain the most from the learning intentions being disrupted. n The childminder makes the most of spontaneous learning opportunities to support children's development. For example, when she sees a glint of sun shining through the window and onto the floor, she asks children to recall what they know and expands their knowledge of reflections. n The childminder helps children to be emotionally prepared for their transitions to

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school. For instance, she helps children to become familiar with where the school is located and what it looks like. In the term prior to children starting school, she provides time for children to practise changing into physical education clothes, which supports them to feel comfortable with this routine. n Children develop an understanding of the impact of different foods on their bodies. The childminder prompts discussions during mealtime. For example, she asks children, 'Why do we eat fruit and vegetables?' Children respond, 'It makes us healthy.' n The childminder is reflective of her practice and provision. She identifies areas for development and actively seeks opportunities to further strengthen her practice. For example, she is attending training to support her in widening children's understanding and experiences of technology.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

Th prevent the spread of illnesses, the childminder implements exclusions when children are unwell. She maintains a clean and hygienic environment. The childminder carries out risk assessments to reduce or remove potential risks in the indoor and outdoor areas. The childminder has a secure understanding of the action to take in the event of an allegation against herself or a member of the household. She knows what steps to take should a child attend with an existing injury. She knows how to identify and report concerns about children's welfare. The childminder ensures that the premises are always secure, which helps to protect children and adults from harm.

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should:

n organise group times more effectively to minimise distractions in the

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26 July 2023 environment and to help children to fully engage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY236462 Local authority Derby Inspection number 10264849 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 5 Date of previous inspection 28 June 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003 and is located in Littleover, Derby. She operates all year round, Monday to Friday, from 8am to 4.30pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children. She has a level 4 qualification.

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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 and the inspector completed a tour of the premises and the areas used for childminding. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The childminder and the inspector observed and evaluated an activity together. n Parents' views were taken into consideration. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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