Childminder, Out-of school day care in Nottingham

This provision meets requirements

Children are happy to be collected from school by their welcoming childminder. The childminder listens attentively as children excitedly chat about what they have been learning that day, demonstrating a secure positive relationship. The childminder consistently embeds a robust routine. Children demonstrate excellent behaviour as they hold hands walking calmly, keeping themselves safe. Children are regularly praised, building up their self-esteem and confidence.

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This provision meets requirements

When children arrive at the setting, they understand what is expected of them. They respect each other and take it in turns to take off their shoes and coat and put away their belongings. Older children are positive role models and take pride in helping their friends.

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This provision meets requirements

The childminder supports the children with their homework and plans time in her routine for children to read in a calming environment. The childminder reads to younger children with passion and excitement. Children thoroughly enjoy the story, joining in discussions. Older children sit at the table and read aloud to friends and some children snuggle up on the sofa and read independently.

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This provision meets requirements

Children enjoy an array of activities set out by the childminder and they spend long periods of time focused on them. They take pride in their work and are keen to share their success with the childminder as she congratulates them on their efforts and encourages them to show their friends. Children also have independent access to the well-thought-out environment.

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n The childminder gathers information about children's preferences and interests. She uses these effectively to support children's engagement. She provides a rich variety of resources and activities based on what children like to do and which meet their needs. Children demonstrate high levels of curiosity and quickly become settled in their chosen activity. n The childminder is passionate about living a healthy lifestyle. She creates a healthy nutritious diet which children look forward to eating. For example, as they walk home, they discuss what they are having for tea with excitement. Children freely access the toilet area and wash their hands ready for mealtimes. They show extremely positive table manners, and the childminder uses mealtimes to increase children's knowledge about making healthy choices. n Parents report that their children love their time at the childminder's house. Partnerships with parents are strong and the communication between the

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childminder and parents is highly effective. Parents are particularly

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9 January 2024 complimentary about the childminder going above and beyond to further support families at home. n The childminder is knowledgeable about how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She swiftly identifies when children may need extra support and implements new strategies. She works closely with the school and parents, so she can provide continuity in children's care. This helps to ensure that children receive appropriate support. n The childminder has high expectations of children's behaviour and encourages children to work cooperatively. Children consistently demonstrate kindness towards the childminder and each other. For example, older children want to help the younger children when playing together. They are respectful of the views of others and take time to listen and respond positively to their peers' ideas and interest when playing together. n The childminder works closely with the school to gather information about

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current topics and themes. She ensures communication between the parents and school is shared promptly and effectively for a seamless transition. n The childminder is continuously improving her own professional development and has focused on expanding her knowledge by undertaking refreshers in mandatory training, including safeguarding. She has plans for more training programmes soon. She targets her professional development to enhance and refine her skills to support the children she cares for.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY492396 Local authority Nottingham Inspection number 10308496 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 20 Number of children on roll 20 Date of previous inspection 2 March 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Nottingham. She operates before and after school during term time from 7.30am to 8.45am and from 3.30pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday. During the school holidays she runs a holiday club.

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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 inspector took account of the views of parents through written testimonies and discussion. n Children spoke to the inspector during the inspection. They shared which activities they enjoy at the childminder's. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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9 January 2024 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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