Childminder in East Riding of Yorkshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 09/05/2014 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 1 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 1 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 1

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This provision is outstanding

 The childminder has an outstanding knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She is extremely skilled in using a wide range of different learning strategies to fully promote children's learning and welfare.  Children explore the environment with much confidence and enthusiasm. The childminder provides a welcoming and stimulating environment for children, which results in them being happy and settled.  The quality of teaching and learning is highly effective. Robust systems ensure there is a balance of child-initiated and adult-led experiences that ensures there is ongoing challenge for children's age and stage of development. Consequently, they have ample opportunities to make rapid progress in their learning and development.  Excellent self-evaluation and exemplary practice is in place which identifies consistent developments that continue to improve quality.  Highly positive relationships with parents are developed through the effective induction

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This provision is outstanding

and frequent communication. Information is continually gathered and exchanged for the benefit of each child's continual care, learning and development, maximising children's welfare and learning.

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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 observed children playing and the areas of the premises used for childminding purposes.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at children's learning assessment records, the childminder's planning and self-evaluation documentation, safeguarding documentation and sampled a selection of policies and children's records.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector took into account the information provided for parents and the written feedback available from parents.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 2013 and is on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her husband and adult son in a house in the village of Willerby, in the East Riding of Yorkshire. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding. There is an enclosed back garden for outside play. There is a cat as a family pet. The childminder attends the local childminding group at the children's centre and the library with the children. She visits the local shops and park on a regular basis. She takes and collects children from school and pre-school. There are currently 11 children on roll, of these seven are in the early years age group. Children attend for a variety of sessions. The childminder operates all year round, Monday to Friday, 7.45am to 7pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a qualification in childcare at level 3.

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

 enhance the already very good outside learning opportunities, by extending the opportunities for older children to see a wide range of written words, supporting their growing interest in literacy.

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who attend

The childminder is a qualified and experienced childcare practitioner, consequently, her extensive knowledge and understanding of how children learn and the quality of her teaching is outstanding. She very successfully enables children to learn in different ways by giving them time to explore for themselves and providing exciting planned activities that focus on particular interests and aspects of their learning. Consequently, children continually develop new knowledge and skills and make rapid progress in their development. This means they are exceptionally well prepared to make the transition to school when the time comes.

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who attend

The childminder pays excellent attention to promoting children's development in communication and language, constantly engaging them in conversation so they become fully immersed in hearing the spoken word. For example, as children play the childminder models the use of language and encourages them to verbalise from a young age, they engage in songs and doing movements. Children's ideas are valued, which means they are motivated to contribute, while at the same time the childminder sensitively extends learning by bringing in more complex words to describe objects. The childminder also uses simple signing for the very young children, to show them there are other ways to communicate other than the spoken word. This helps very young children to make their needs known when they may not yet have the necessary words.

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who attend

The childminder provides an extremely welcoming and stimulating environment for children to play and learn. The home is organised effectively for children to play and learn. Toys are presented at their height, for ease of access, this encourages children to make independent choices in their play. Cushions are available on the floor in the lounge, with a range of books so children can sit and look at these comfortably. Children delight in this activity, which encourages them to develop a love of books from an early age. Posters and pictures are displayed and the childminder makes full use of these to further children's learning. For instance, she encourages a child to name the pictures on a poster depicting some of the birds and animals they may see in the garden or on a nature walk. Indoors lots of pictures and words are displayed, to show children print has meaning. Children's developing literacy skills are very effectively supported. However, outside is not as rich in

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who attend

the written word. The childminder makes comprehensive and detailed observations of children's learning and uses these to accurately identify their starting points and continually monitor and assess their progress. She makes sure parents are continually informed of their children's progress, so they know how they are developing in the setting. Parents are actively encouraged to add their comments to the regular summative assessments the childminder makes. Parents comment that they are extremely pleased with the development their children are making. Parents are also encouraged to inform the childminder about their children's achievements at home. This enables her to plan precisely for the next steps in their learning as she has a full picture of their development both in and outside her setting.

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

The childminder gives the highest priority to helping children to settle in her care. This means they feel safe and secure and have a good base for their future learning and development. Home visits and settling-in visits are completed so children become familiar with the childminder and their new surroundings at their own pace. Excellent information is gathered from parents about children's individual needs, and the childminder meets these fully. Consequently, parents develop trust in the childminder and are totally confident about leaving children in her care. In turn, children quickly feel at home in their surroundings and move about the home confidently and independently. For instance, a child feels assured to look at books in the lounge while the childminder attends to clearing a painting activity in the adjoining room. The childminder treats each child with respect and they respond positively to her caring and patient manner. She explains who the

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

inspector is, why they are there and how they can be involved and included in the inspection. For example, by showing their photographs included in their learning record, valuing children and supporting their personal and social development.

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

The childminder gives excellent attention to promoting children's good health. They use the outdoor environment throughout the year to access sand and water play, they make dens and practise their emerging gardening skills. This means children learn that outdoor play is not just an activity for fair weather, and as a result, they benefit from lots of fresh air. Children delight in being outside and relish in the added dimension the freedom and space gives to their play. Children have excellent opportunities to learn about food sourcing and the values of healthy eating through first-hand experiences, younger children learn about the different fruits and vegetables. The childminder supports children to learn about the importance of following good hygiene procedures. For example, she makes sure they wash their hands before eating. This guidance very effectively supports children to develop confidence and independence in their self-care skills.

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

Children are provided with a range of highly stimulating opportunities to learn outside the setting. For instance, the childminder regularly takes them to a toddler group, different parks and the library, to enhance their experiences so they become confident in engaging with other adults. She encourages children to recall the experiences of visiting the places of interest, which successfully enables them to use talk to organise and sequence events and to view these positively. This further prepares them for the transition to school. Children learn to behave very well because the childminder gives them opportunities to gain confidence in their own abilities, which raises their self-esteem. For instance, from a very young age she encourages children to use please and thank you. Children learn to manage their shoes as they get ready to go and play outdoors, giving them time and lots of encouragement to complete the task, which means children enjoy achieving what they

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

set out to do. The childminder sensitively encourages children to learn about personal safety from a young age. For instance, she explains why they need to walk safely when out and about when walking in the community and why they learn to tidy up to prevent tripping hazards, so they do not fall.

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provision

The safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage is fully understood by the childminder who works to meet these. Comprehensive and very clear policies and procedures are in place and these are implemented to a high level. This underpins the excellent management of the setting. The childminder pays exceptional attention to provide a safe and secure environment for children to play and learn. Comprehensive risk assessments are carried out regularly and daily checks ensure measures taken to minimise any hazards are in place and continue to be effective. The identity of any visitors is fully checked and a record is kept of their visit, there is no unauthorised access to children. Children are effectively and sensitively supervised at all times. The childminder has an excellent understanding of her responsibilities in terms of child protection issues. She is highly informed and confident in recognising the possible

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provision

signs of abuse and knows the procedure to follow should she have any concerns about a child's welfare.

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provision

The childminder has an exceptionally clear vision for her service and children and their families at the heart of this. She gives the highest priority to reflecting on the quality of her service. This enables her to complete a very detailed self-evaluation document. This plays an important part in helping her identify her strengths and areas for further development, and to plan concisely for ongoing improvements. Children's opinions are actively sought as part of the process and the views of older ones are used to shape the planning of her activities. The childminder carefully monitors the effectiveness of the educational programmes and the individual progress of all children. For example, she makes regular summative assessments of children's development and keeps information to monitor their progress in all areas of learning. She makes regular observations of children's learning styles and makes sure their needs are fully met. Consequently, children

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provision

are keen learners and show the characteristics of effective learning. She ensures all areas of learning are supported outdoors, such as providing books and mark-making materials in the area to promote literacy, children who learn more effectively outdoors are well supported. The childminder works closely with all parents, to ensure children's changing needs are known and met. This means they receive tailored support to reach their full potential. The childminder regularly attends further training, to support her professional development and increase her knowledge. She shares good practice with other childcare providers. The childminder is fully committed to continually enhancing the outcomes for children's learning and development.

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provision

Partnership working with parents is given high priority. For example, home visits are completed that support the building of effective relationships. Parents receive copies of the childminder's policies before the placement begins, which means they are fully informed of how the service operates. Individual diaries are used as an effective two-way communication tool with parents of very young children. These along with verbal discussion and photographs, provide parents with a very detailed account of how their child has spent their day, so they do not miss out on any special moments. Questionnaires are used which effectively gauge parents' satisfaction of the service. For instance, the latest ones include very positive comments, such as 'My child is becoming much more independent and confident' and 'My child has made excellent progress since attending the childminder'. The childminder has highly effective links with other early years settings

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provision

children also attend. Information about children's learning across the setting is shared fully promoting a cohesive approach to supporting their development.

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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 Requires improvement The provision is not giving children a good standard of early years education and/or there are minor breaches of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be monitored and inspected within twelve months of the date of this inspection. 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

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Grade Judgement Description

the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be monitored and inspected again within six months of the date of this inspection. 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 EY469833 Local authority East Riding of Yorkshire Inspection number 943189 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11

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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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