Childminder in Doncaster

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 March 2015 6 October 2009

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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 is very focused on helping children develop the skills they need ready for school. Children are provided a wide range of opportunities that help them become confident communicators who are able to work together in small groups.  The childminder has strived to improve the quality of childcare she provides. Since her last inspection she has completed a formal childcare qualification and improved her skills in observing, assessing and planning children's development. This has had a good impact on the learning experiences she offers children.  Children have a strong emotional bond with the childminder. This helps them to feel safe and secure.  The childminder has high regard for safety and a secure understanding of safeguarding issues. This helps to keep children safe and protect them from harm.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always allow children time to think things through when they are completing small tasks.  The childminder does not always use what parents know about their children's development to inform planning for their future learning.

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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

 focus more precisely on helping children to develop their own ideas about how to do things, for example, by giving them time to think about and respond to requests  strengthen partnership working with parents by supporting them more effectively to share information about what their children know and can do, and use this information to enhance further the planning for children's good progress.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home and the outdoor environment.  The inspector evaluated a planned activity with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views expressed by parents.

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who attend. This is good

The quality of teaching is good and the childminder provides an environment that children find interesting and motivating. Children move freely between the indoor and outdoor environment as they make independent choices about what they want to do. The childminder is skilled at following and supporting children's interests. She observes them well and gives clear instructions that help them to achieve. For example, when she sees children struggling to use a tool press for dough, she suggests they 'hold it with one hand to steady it' and 'to push really hard with the other hand'. There are squeals of delight at their success. However, she does not always allow children time to think about what she has asked them to do. For example, when children are helping to tidy resources away, she sometimes steps in too quickly to complete the task herself.

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good

The childminder gives lots of emotional support and comfort to babies who are settling in. They respond to her voice, smiles and cuddles. The childminder invites parents to visit with their children before they begin attending her setting. This helps children to begin to build an emotional bond with her, while she finds out their individual care routines and things that they like. However, the information she gathers about their progress on entry is not as detailed. Therefore, she is not always using what parents can share, to plan the best possible progress for children from the start. The childminder talks to children about going to school, their teachers and the friends they will meet. They accompany her on school runs, and this helps them get used to the school environment. Children develop the skills they need to take care of their own health and hygiene needs. This also helps children to be physically and emotionally prepared for school.

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provision is good

The childminder understands her role and responsibilities in meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She completes a progress check for children between the ages of two and three years, and this helps to identify any gaps in their learning. The chldminder has good working relationships with other professionals and outside agencies. This means that children and families get the additional support they need. The childminder regularly exchanges information with schools and parents about children's individual progress. This helps them to work together to support children's already good learning. Parents feel well informed about their child's day, routine and general well-being. They comment that they are happy with the level of care and learning experiences their children receive.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY246946 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 872585 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 6 October 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003 and lives in Wheatley, Doncaster. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder receives funding for two- and- three- year old children. She holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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