Childminder in York

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 March 2015 7 September 2011

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 The childminder provides a good level of support and challenge for older children. As a result, they are keen, interested learners.  The childminder supports children to develop social skills and manage turn taking. This is because she is a good role model and manages behaviour positively.  There are effective relationships in place with parents, schools and other settings which children attend. As a result, children benefit from continuity of care and learning.  The childminder monitors the education programme thoroughly. Consequently, the seven areas of learning are covered in depth.  The childminder understands the safeguarding and welfare requirements. Consequently, children are kept safe in her care.  The childminder uses her self-evaluation effectively to make improvements to her practice and provision. This helps her to maintain a high standard of care for the children who attend.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not sharply focus the next steps for the youngest children's progress. As a result, some valuable learning opportunities are missed.  The indoor environment is not always well prepared for children to access resources when they arrive. This has an impact on their independence and stimulation.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 sharply focus the next steps for the youngest children's individual learning, in order for them to make rapid progress in areas where they need further support  prepare the indoor environment in advance, to enable children to be stimulated and make the best use of resources when they arrive.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the children and childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector toured the premises used by children during the inspection and observed children's activities.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at documents, including a selection of policies, children's assessments records and checked evidence of the childminders suitability.  The inspector observed practice and the interactions between the childminder and children during play and care routines.  The inspector obtained the views of parents through written feedback.

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who attend. This is good

The quality of teaching is good. The childminder recognises how children learn at different rates and has a good understanding of child development. For example, when children of differing ages choose to work creatively, the childminder provides a range of crayons and adjusts the level of support appropriately for each of them. This contributes to the good progress children make across the seven areas of learning. The childminder is skilled in following children's lead which enables them to become active learners. Consequently, children are engaged and interested in their experiences. However, the next steps for the youngest children do not always focus on the areas where they need the most support, such as developing language skills. This does not fully support them to make rapid progress. The childminder teaches older children basic literacy and numeracy skills through play. This helps to prepare them for their eventual move to school.

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good

Children demonstrate they feel safe and secure with the childminder. They seek her attention when they are upset and are confident to ask for help if they need it. This is because the childminder is caring, kind and supportive towards them. This has a positive impact on children's emotional well-being and they develop self-confidence. The childminder has effective settling-in procedures which help her to get to know children and their families. As a result, she is able to respond quickly to meet their care needs and effectively communicates with parents. Consequently, children benefit from continuity of care. The childminder provides a large, interesting outdoor space for children to develop physical skills and enjoy fresh air. For example, children thoroughly enjoy learning how to ride the small bikes and use the scooters. However, the indoor environment is not always stimulating for children as it is not prepared for them before they arrive. This means their

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good

interest is not captured quickly as all resources are not available for them to access independently.

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provision is good

The childminder demonstrates she is committed to improving her practice and provision for the benefit of the children who attend. For example, she has recently completed a relevant childcare qualification and paediatric first-aid training. The childminder teaches children how to keep themselves safe and manage small risks. For example, she talks to children about wearing safety helmets, as they learn to ride the bikes and they practice emergency procedures, such as fire drills. Since the last inspection the childminder has developed her ways of monitoring the education program through observations and assessments. For example, she monitors children's progress regularly to ensure the seven areas of learning are covered in depth and identify gaps in learning effectively.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 321321 Local authority York Inspection number 872116 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 7 September 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1999, and is on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives in the Acomb area of York. The childminder operates all year round, from 8am to 5.30pm, Tuesday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant level 3 childcare qualification.

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Telephone number

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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Telephone number

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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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

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