Home Childcarer in Doncaster

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26/07/2013 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: Not Applicable 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

 The childminder provides a very warm and welcoming environment, where children flourish in their learning and development.  Children have the benefit of participating in a wide range of interesting, enticing and challenging activities that engage their thinking.  The childminder is committed to making continuous improvements to enhance outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 The childminder has clear procedure for emergency evacuations, however, children have not yet had a chance to practise this to increase their awareness of personal safety.

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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

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Information about this inspection

 scheduled more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged 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 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  scheduled 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

 The inspector looked at a selection of policies and statements, including safeguarding.  The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took into account the views and opinions of parents.  The inspector observed a range of activities both indoors.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives with her husband and one child aged 19 months in the city of Bristol. There is a lounge, playroom, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom for sleeping available for childminding purposes. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is available Monday to Friday from 8am until 6pm throughout the year. She is currently caring for seven children in the early years age range. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification to level 3.

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

 practise the emergency evacuation procedure with children to increase their awareness of personal safety.

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who attend

The childminder has a strong knowledge and understanding of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. Children arrive happily are settled and are making swift progress in their learning and development. This is because the childminder fully understands how young children learn and develop through their play. Activities are carefully thought out, so they are interesting, enticing and stimulates children's curiosity. Therefore, play provides children with challenging experiences that extends their thinking. The childminder makes accurate assessments of their progress through her systematic and meticulous planning that meets each child's individual needs. This helps children to make continuous advancement in their learning. The childminder plans an equal balance of child-guided and adult-initiated play that captures children's imagination. For example, children like to play outdoors and so daily trips to the park are organised. They climb static

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who attend

apparatus while learning about the benefits of exercise. Low-level equipment enables babies to pull themselves up to a standing position, while the childminder ensures their safety at all times. The childminder introduces children to experiences that are new to them, such as exploring foam and attending a teddy bears picnic. Children are progressing in their communication and language, as their curiosity is heightened by the provision of items. This includes treasure baskets containing natural wooden objects. The childminder uses such opportunities to provide a running commentary when describing what they can see. Children relish in listening to stories with repetitive phrases and structures, which helps to build their vocabulary. Books are attractively displayed in an area where the childminder and children are able to enjoy books together. Children's attention is drawn to marks, signs and symbols in the home. Children are making good progress in their

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who attend

mathematical development. They weigh and measure ingredients when making Easter cakes and merrily join in with counting songs and rhymes. Children are learning about the world around them. They visit different parts of their community and have the opportunity to meet police and fire fighters, while learning about their role in helping people. Children enjoy exploring and experimenting with various media. They listen to a wide range of music, discover the sounds of instruments and dance. This helps to support children's responses as they move their bodies to simple rhythms.

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who attend

The childminder shares a very strong relationship with parents, with whom she works closely. For instance, in the settling of children, which is negotiable and according to individual need. Such a gentle start helps children to separate from their parents and settle with ease. They work together to identify children's stage of development upon first attendance. This information is used to plan for individual learning. Suggestions and ideas are readily available for parents to continue children's learning at home.

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who attend

Children behave well, because the childminder has high expectations of them. For instance, she encourages their ever growing independence, such as to interlock a jigsaw without adult assistance. Children are taught to share and to take turns, making for a harmonious atmosphere. The childminder skilfully poses open-ended questions to help improve their learning and to encourage their thinking skills.

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

The childminder provides a warm and welcoming home, which is well resourced with age appropriate toys that stimulate children's interest. Children are friendly, sociable and behave well. They play happily together and receive appropriate support to learn how to share and take turns. Older children decide for themselves about the activities they wish to participate in and are able to locate toys for themselves. Therefore, their confidence is continually growing. The childminder ensures that children are well prepared for their future move to school. She encourages them in their self-care skills so they become ever more independent. They experience larger groups, such as when visiting local playgroups and childminding groups. Here they meet other children and have the opportunity to further their social skills.

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

The childminder cares for children in a clean, well maintained environment. She appropriately supports them to understand the importance of adopting healthy lifestyles. Children are aware to wash their hands before eating. Nappy changing and toileting arrangements are sufficiently hygienic. Children have the provision of a healthy and nutritious diet, due to the childminder creating a varied menu. Dietary requirements are respected as well as the wishes of parents, for example, in their preferences. Mealtimes are sociable occasions with children sitting together. The childminder takes this opportunity to encourage conversation, such as talking about the different fruits they eat. This has a positive impact in improving children's options and awareness of a healthy diet. The childminding environment is attractive and inviting. Space is organised effectively to allow a number of different activities to take place at the same time. Children play with a

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

good range of resources which effectively enhance their learning and enjoyment. They confidently select the items they wish to use and take an active role in tidying away when their games are over.

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provision

The childminder organises her provision well, in order to fulfil her responsibility in meeting the requirements of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. A wide range of written policies effectively support the smooth management of the provision. The childminder actively pursues links with other settings including a children's centre, to ensure a consistent approach in children's learning.

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provision

The childminder has a good understanding about her responsibility to safeguard the children in her care. She recently completed a training course to further her knowledge for the benefit of children's well-being. Suitable precautions are taken to ensure children's safety. For example, when organising outings, the childminder identifies and takes appropriate measures to eliminate them through the completion of a robust risk assessment. The childminder has a written emergency evacuation plan. However, the children have not yet practised the procedure to improve their personal safety should an emergency occur. Children are taught to keep themselves safe through conversations they have when off the premises, for instance, about the importance of road safety.

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provision

The childminder ambitiously plans and prepares an effective method of self-evaluation, as she is committed to improving outcomes for children. Therefore, she continually seeks to advance her own learning through the attendance of training courses, for example, in safeguarding. She has ambitions to make use of the outdoor play area and has a wish list of resources she would like children to access. Planning and assessment are carefully monitored; therefore children experience all areas of learning.

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provision

Partnership with parents is very strong. They work together for the benefit of the children. Their views and opinions are frequently sought. They share children's learning journals with parents voice included. Parents describe the childminder as 'caring and reliable' and report that she is 'very kind and accommodating'. The childminder actively pursues links with other settings including a children's centre, to ensure a consistent approach in children's learning.

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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 action. 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 EY454931 Local authority Bristol City Inspection number 900374 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection not applicable

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: 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:

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Type of provision

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, which are usually the childminder’s 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

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