Childminder in Doncaster

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26/10/2012 19/05/2009

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: 3 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 Children are cared for in a nurturing and supportive environment. They are happy and form close bonds and attachments with the childminder. She makes good use of praise, which effectively promotes their confidence and self-esteem.  The childminder is very good at helping to develop children's communication and language skills, as she effectively uses questioning and running commentaries when interacting with children.  The childminder provides a homely environment that is warm and welcoming. A varied range of resources are provided as the childminder takes good care to understand and meet their individual needs and current interests.  The childminder reflects on her practice, underpinning the improvements that she has made and has a clear plan of action for further improvement.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 The childminder shares information verbally about the children's progress with parents. However, opportunities are not fully established to encourage parents to contribute to their child's development file by sharing information about what their child is learning at home.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are scheduled:  at least once in every inspection cycle. The current cycle ends on 31 July 2016  more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged as inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage; or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised for inspection where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 Discussions took place with the childminder, observations of children at play and their interactions with the childminder.  The inspector observed adult guided play and child-initiated play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at a selection of assessment records, planning documentation and other a range of other documentation.  The inspector read letters from parents about the quality of the service.

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Information about the setting

The childminder has been registered since December 2002. She lives with her nine-year- old child in a village on the outskirts of Doncaster, close to local schools and shops. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding and there is also an enclosed garden available for outdoor play.

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Information about the setting

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently three children on roll in the early years age range. The childminder also cares for children over five years. She collects children from local schools and visits local toddler groups. The childminder has a childcare level 3 qualification and is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 develop further the systems used to engage all parents in their children's learning in the setting and at home.

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who attend

The childminder provides a warm, caring and stimulating learning environment. She demonstrates a good understanding of the Development Matters guidance and effective systems are in place to ensure that children make good progress. Children are happy, settled and enthusiastic during their play. This is due to the childminder showing interest in what they do and praising their efforts and achievements. Assessment procedures and activity planning mean that there is a balanced approach to promoting the seven areas of learning. The childminder allows children to explore and take the lead. For example, they bring her books and point to a teddy bear. As they turn the pages she encourages them to find other items she knows they can recognise. This means children's communication and language skills are well supported, as younger children are beginning to identify words by pointing to the right picture. The childminder provides a commentary to activities so

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who attend

children acquire new vocabulary. She introduces words to describe shape and measure through everyday activities. For example, children develop control as they enjoy scooping pasta from an activity table and transfer it into containers. The childminder explains the difference in sizes and offers further resources to extend their learning.

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who attend

The childminder has a good knowledge of each child and a clear understanding of child development. She plans appropriate activities and play opportunities to promote children's physical development. Children have good opportunities to negotiate space and use large equipment during outings. They visit soft play areas, where younger children can safely run, climb and jump, successfully developing their physical skills. The childminder effectively supports younger children in the prime areas of learning, to build a firm foundation for the introduction of the specific areas.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder is a good role model. She is calm, patient and understands the importance of providing children with a fun learning environment where they enjoy new experiences. New children settle well because the childminder finds out about their preferences, needs and care routines. They quickly develop secure attachments, going to the childminder for comfort. This helps them to feel safe and secure in her care. She manages children's behaviour in a consistent and calm way ensuring she has clear behavioural expectations. Therefore, children learn right from wrong and understand the impact of their behaviour on others. For example, she reminds younger children not to throw things and explains that someone might get hurt. This means children are developing a good awareness of how to play safely.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder know children's current development because she regularly observes what they can do and knows how to move them forward in their progress. For example, as children recognise familiar objects, such as teddy in a book, she introduces them to the names of other animals and makes the animal noises, which they then practise. Children notice pictures of spiders and immediately start to mimic the actions from familiar songs. This means children are representing their experiences in their play. The childminder joins in and talks about a popular music and dance session they attend in the local community, praising children for achieving a certificate.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children are well supported as they develop their self-reliance skills because the childminder encourages them to wash their own hands before snack time and explains the reasons for this. Their healthy lifestyle is further supported through outdoor play, fresh air and a good range of physical play experiences. For example, regular outings to the local children's centre provide opportunities for children to see other adults and their friends. This means they are beginning to understand about people and communities. Children also visit the local wildlife park where they explore and investigate the natural environment. They have tremendous fun looking at many animals including giraffes, which brings their previous experience of looking at them in books to life.

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provision

The childminder has very good knowledge of how to protect the children in her care. She is well aware of the local child protection procedures and has a record of all necessary contact numbers. The childminder has recently completed safeguarding training and has updated her policy and procedures to reflect the current safeguarding and welfare requirements. Children's safety is further enhanced because the childminder keeps the premises secure at all times and is clear about her role and responsibilities. She meets all regulatory requirements, such as a register of children's attendance and keeping records relating to the administration of medication. The childminder is fully aware of the requirements of her registration and meets them diligently.

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provision

Self-evaluation means that the childminder can identify her priorities for improvement, continuously reflecting on her provision and improving outcomes for children. Her self- evaluation is informed by feedback from parents and children and the childminder's attendance at support groups and training. She is very aware of her strengths and weaknesses and considers ways to improve her provision, setting herself appropriate targets. For example, she has undertaken further training and her action plan supports her commitment to continuous professional development.

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provision

The childminder understands the learning and development requirements and her plans and records clearly indicate that children are making good progress. She uses her assessments of children's progress effectively to support them in next steps for learning and skills for the future. Children make good progress in relation to their starting points, as the childminder identifies their achievements, through detailed observations. She has positive relationships with parents and talks to them informally about children's progress and they are able to see development files at any time. However, as yet parents are not provided with opportunities to contribute to their child's development with information about what children are learning at home.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Satisfactory Satisfactory provision is performing less well than expectations in one or more of the key areas. It requires improvement in order to be good. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be inspected again within 12 months of the date of this inspection.

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Grade Judgement Description

Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY245916 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 819695 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 7 Number of children on roll 7

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted', which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk.

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply: Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises that are usually their own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Type of provision

Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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