Childminder in Norfolk

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

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

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder demonstrates an exceptional understanding of children's needs and interests, which she uses to design a highly ambitious curriculum. The curriculum effectively challenges and engages children in their learning, ensuring they reach their full potential and are well prepared for their next stage of education. During every activity and interaction with the children, the childminder carefully supports them to make rapid progress towards their next steps in learning.

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The provision is outstanding

Children develop their cooperative play as they enthusiastically use a variety of tools to roll out and create marks in the play dough. The childminder effectively introduces new concepts by asking if children know which part of the acorn attaches to the tree. When they are unsure, she provides a clear explanation. She revisits this new knowledge during a subsequent activity, reinforcing the life cycle of an oak tree and embedding the learning in a different context, ensuring it is well understood.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder sets high expectations for children's behaviour and attitudes to learning, consistently implementing routines and clear boundaries. As a result, children's behaviour is exemplary. They demonstrate kindness towards one another and have established secure, positive friendships. For example, children offer to get the drinks for younger children when they are thirsty.

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n The childminder creates a nurturing, child-led environment. She has excellent knowledge of her children and seamlessly integrates learning into their play. The childminder skilfully introduces new concepts, such as the 'front' and 'back' wheels and how to spin them when their buggies tip over. She reminds children to be careful when playing around each other. This promotes their social development by fostering awareness and consideration of others' safety. It helps children to understand the impact of their actions on others. From this, children develop a sense of responsibility and respect, which is essential for positive social interactions. n Children make excellent progress. The childminder uses detailed assessments to track children's development and involves parents in progress checks. This collaborative approach identifies strengths and areas for improvement, enabling tailored support. It ensures that next steps are targeted and effective, enhancing

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the connection between home and the childminder. n The childminder prioritises developing children's communication and listening skills. She introduces new words during play and responds attentively to babies' babbling, engaging them in conversations. She acknowledges and praises clear,

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11 September 2024 recognisable words. This approach supports language development. It encourages vocalisation and helps build essential conversation and listening skills. n Children develop a positive awareness of a healthy lifestyle. The childminder encourages them to try new foods. If they are initially hesitant, she gives them the opportunity to try again on a different day. This approach promotes healthy eating habits, broadens children's tastes, and fosters resilience and openness to try new experiences. Children also have numerous opportunities to build their independence, such as peeling their own tangerines and scraping their food waste into the bin afterwards. These tasks enhance their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. It also boosts their confidence and helps them develop essential self-care skills. n The childminder demonstrates a commendable commitment to celebrating the individuality of each child. She actively encourages children to recognise and

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value their unique attributes. She supports them to openly express their emotions and ideas. Through thoughtful interactions, children gain a profound understanding of the diverse world around them. The childminder celebrates different cultural traditions, enhancing children's awareness of diverse ways of life. n The childminder is passionate and dedicated to her role. She recognises the importance of expanding her own professional development based on children's emerging needs. For example, the childminder has implemented strategies from a recent course to promote children taking more age-appropriate risks in their play. n Parents are extremely happy with the setting. They comment that the children feel like it is their second home and they feel happy and safe. This sense of belonging fosters confidence, encourages exploration and learning, and helps children build strong, positive relationships with the childminder.

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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 256722 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10351794 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 9 Date of previous inspection 17 October 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2000 and lives in Harleston, Norfolk. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises the early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their curriculum. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development with a particular focus on communication and language. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and children. n Parents shared their views of the childminder with the inspector.

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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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