Childminder in Sheffield

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 April 2015 10 February 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 has good knowledge of how to safeguard and protect children in her care.  Skilful teaching promotes children's learning effectively across all areas. Planned activities are well linked to children's abilities and interests. This ensures children are reaching good stages of development and are ready for their next steps in learning.  The childminder gives children gentle reminders about acceptable behaviour. This helps children to understand her expectations and to behave well.  The childminder offers a range of activities, such as visits to a multicultural toddler group and the fruit market. These activities promote children's learning and extend their understanding of the wider world.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children cannot always easily identify the items they want to play with, as these are stored on shelving which is out of children's reach.

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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

 extend opportunities for children to independently select toys and resources, for example, by storing them at a lower level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the children's play both indoors and outdoors, including adult- led and child-initiated activities.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector asked the childminder questions about her practice at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records and planning documentation.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability of all household members, and the childminder's qualifications. She also discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and her plans for improvement.  The inspector took account of the written feedback from parents.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder completes learning journals for every child. She makes observations of the children's achievements and assesses their progress using a tracker system. This means she monitors children closely and plans for their next steps in development to address any gaps in their learning. Consequently, activities challenge children so that they make good progress. Children have a wide range of opportunities to develop communication and language skills. The childminder uses good questioning during conversations and when playing with children. For example, during a gardening activity she asks the children what they will have to do to make the sunflowers grow. This encourages children to think and to develop confidence in sharing their ideas.

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good

The settling-in process is tailored to children's individual needs as the childminder discusses with parents what is best for their child. This helps children to feel secure and promotes their emotional well-being. The childminder promotes children's self-care skills well. She talks to the children about why they need to wash their hands. Children feed themselves at mealtimes, with lunches that are provided by the parents. Children are learning the importance of healthy eating, and of managing their own hygiene and personal needs. Children have opportunities to develop their physical skills, as they have access to the garden on a daily basis. The childminder provides a stimulating learning environment with a range of good-quality resources. However, the organisation of resources does not always make it easy for children to choose what to play with, as they cannot always reach them independently.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She reflects on the service she provides, taking into account the views and suggestions of children and parents to make improvements. She completes training to enrich her knowledge. This, and her level 3 qualification, has a positive impact on the quality of teaching. The childminder has good relationships with parents and carers. She speaks with them on a daily basis, to find out how their children have been and what have they been doing since she last cared for them. This provides continuity in care and learning between home and the childminder, which means children feel secure because all adults around them are working together.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 501011 Local authority Sheffield Inspection number 869110 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 10 February 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2001 and lives in Sheffield. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Tuesday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years 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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