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 Requires improvement

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The provision is good

Children are settled and thoroughly enjoy their time at the childminder's welcoming and homely setting. They feel secure in her care and readily ask for her help when needed. The childminder knows the children well. She knows what interests them and makes sure there are resources readily available they will enjoy each day. Stories and singing are a key part of daily practice, helping to promote children's communication skills. Children enjoy listening to stories read by the childminder and talk about what they see in the pictures. They enjoy revisiting the story afterwards.

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The provision is good

Children form firm friendships with one another and play together happily. They are imaginative and regularly invite the childminder to join in with their play. Children enjoy role play and are eager to share their ideas. They take the pretend dog for a walk and point out the imaginary picture they have 'painted'.

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The provision is good

The childminder helps children to behave well. She teaches them how to follow rules and encourages children to be helpful. Children readily tidy-up toys to make space for something new. The childminder provides children with plenty of praise and encouragement throughout the day. This supports children to develop a positive sense of self and boosts their self-confidence.

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need to do better?

n Since the last inspection, the childminder has thoughtfully developed her curriculum to support children to make progress in all areas of their learning and development. She has a clear vision of the skills and knowledge that she wants children to gain during their time at her setting. For example, a current priority is oral health, healthy eating habits and recycling. Children clean their teeth in the setting after eating and keenly demonstrate tooth brushing to visitors, using a model. n The childminder reflects on her provision to identify potential improvements and completes training to further improve her knowledge and understanding. She makes good use of professional development to enhance her practice and to support children's ongoing progress. n The childminder has a secure understanding of each child's stage of learning and development. She confidently assesses what children know and can do and uses

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need to do better?

this information effectively to plan their next steps. The childminder skilfully weaves mathematics into her practice throughout the day. For example, children tell visitors their ages and point out the colours of toys during play. This supports children to gain a good understanding of early mathematics to prepare them for their next stage of learning. n Children learn how to manage their personal care needs independently. They

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need to do better?

22 July 2025 take themselves to the toilet, when necessary, and practise healthy habits, such as handwashing, after using the toilet and before eating. The childminder supervises children well and provides appropriate support. n The childminder talks to children and engages them in conversations. Children speak animatedly about their home experiences and special events. For instance, they recall what they did on a trip to the beach and share that their mummy is going to have a baby soon. n Children have opportunities to further develop their social skills and confidence. The childminder attends local groups with the children, which offers them the opportunity to mix with others. Children benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise in all weathers. They develop their physical skills. For example, the childminder takes children on walks in the local environment, such as to the park. n Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder keeps parents well

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need to do better?

informed about their children's day and ongoing progress. She encourages parents to regularly share what they know about their child. Parents speak very highly of the service the childminder provides. They appreciate the regular communication and the progress their children have made. n The childminder provides a well-planned range of adult-led activities that support children's learning and development effectively. Teaching is generally strong, and the childminder uses her knowledge of the children's interests to engage them well. However, on occasions opportunities to challenge and extend children's thinking and learning are not fully maximised to help children make the best possible progress.

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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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should:

n enhance practice further and make the most effective use of all learning opportunities so that children can make the best progress possible.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 256422 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10366090 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 3 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 23 August 2024

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1999 and lives in East Harling, Norfolk. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder offers government funded places for all eligible children.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder talked to the inspector about their curriculum and what they want the children to learn. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided indoors and assessed the impact that this has on children's learning. n Parents provided the inspector with written feedback, which the inspector took into account. n Children spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

22 July 2025 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

22 July 2025 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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