Childminder EY358417

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

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

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder creates an exceptionally inclusive and supportive environment. Children's emotional well-being is superbly considered, with the childminder dedicating meaningful time to support children's settling-in process. The childminder forms warm, caring relationships with the children and develops strong, trusting bonds. Children show that they are extremely relaxed and happy as they confidently explore their environment. The childminder knows each child extremely well and is highly sensitive to their individual needs. Children have quality time with the childminder, who supports them to feel very safe and secure in her care.

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The provision is outstanding

Children thrive and flourish in this nurturing setting. They are eager to join in with the wide variety of activities on offer and benefit from the childminder's skilled ability to extend their learning in meaningful ways. She has high expectations for what each child can achieve. The childminder consistently promotes children's independence. Children demonstrate self-care skills from a young age and take responsibility for simple tasks, such as collecting their own water bottles when thirsty or attempting to put their shoes on before going outdoors. The childminder consistently promotes positive behaviour. She acts as an excellent role model and supports children to understand the needs of others. Children become resilient, capable learners who enjoy being active.

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need to do better?

n The childminder builds exceptionally warm and trusting relationships with parents and keeps them fully informed about their children's progress and daily experiences. Parents speak with overwhelming positivity about the care provided. They value the flexibility of the service and praise the childminder for 'going above and beyond'. Parents state that they highly recommend the childminder to others. n The childminder has an exceptional knowledge of how children learn. She delivers a rich and ambitious curriculum that captures children's interests. Her expert understanding of children's development means she knows precisely what each child can already do and what they need to learn next. For example, the childminder encourages young children to play collaboratively and supports them in developing social skills, such as waiting and taking turns. The childminder provides lots and praise and encouragement, which inspires children to

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persevere and succeed. n Children are sensitively supported to develop their communication and language skills. The childminder ensures that children are immersed in a language-rich environment that includes introducing them to a wide variety of songs and books. She engages young children in conversation as they play and explore and

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16 September 2025 introduces new words, such as 'spin', 'stop' and 'crash', to enhance their vocabulary. The childminder skilfully uses strategies such as simple sign language and electronic aids to ensure all children can express themselves. n Children access highly stimulating indoor and outdoor learning spaces, where they confidently make independent choices and engage in purposeful play. They delight in exploring in the childminder's garden, where they benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop their physical skills. For example, children carefully step in and out of the large sandpit and laugh with joy as they roll off hoppers onto the grass. n The childminder constantly reflects on and evaluates all aspects of her setting. She strives to provide the very best outcomes for children. The childminder is passionate and ambitious about, and highly committed to, her own continuous professional development. She remains fully up to date with early years

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guidance and legislation and actively seeks new ways to enhance her skills and enrich her practice. n Children's safety and well-being are given the highest priority. Rigorous risk assessments underpin daily practice, ensuring that all hazards are minimised. The childminder takes effective steps to ensure that her pet dogs and animals pose no risk, and she provides excellent levels of supervision at all times. n The childminder's support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is exemplary. She swiftly identifies any gaps in learning through precise assessments and works closely with parents and other agencies to ensure that the right support for children and families is in place. As a result, all children, including those with SEND, make excellent progress from their starting points and are exceptionally well prepared for their future learning.

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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 EY358417 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10409144 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 21 July 2021

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Norwich, Norfolk. She operates Monday to Friday, from 7am to 8am and 3pm to 6pm, during term time. The childminder also runs a childcare setting on domestic premises from the same property. She holds early years teacher status and occasionally works with assistants. The childminder offers government funded places for all eligible children.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n Children interacted with the inspector during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

16 September 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

16 September 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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