Childminder in Sheffield

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 April 2015 9 October 2008

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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 a good knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She understands how children learn and uses a variety of teaching techniques to ensure all children make good progress.  The childminder provides a broad range of activities and resources that stimulate and meet children's individual learning needs well. Children benefit from experiences that are challenging and fun. As a result, they are motivated to learn and their self- confidence is promoted.  Children benefit from being cared for in a welcoming, family home where they feel safe and secure. The childminder builds strong bonds with the children in her care and this promotes their emotional well-being very effectively. Children's health is well protected through good hygiene practices.  The childminder promotes a safe and secure environment as she effectively minimises

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This provision is good

all risks and hazards. She has clear understanding of the procedures to follow in the event of a safeguarding concern.  The childminder monitors and evaluates her provision well and strives for continuous improvement. She works effectively in partnership with other local early years providers in order to maintain her good-quality provision and improve children's learning experiences.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always fully exploit opportunities to develop children's understanding of weight, measurement and quantities.

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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

 maximise opportunities to extend and develop children's understanding of weight and measurement and to promote their use of mathematical language when solving problems.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder and interacted with children at various times throughout the inspection.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector observed activities in the main play area.  The inspector checked the evidence of the suitability of all household members, the childminder's qualifications and discussed the childminder's self-evaluation.  The inspector discussed safeguarding and child protection issues with the childminder.  The inspector discussed the childminder's observations, assessments, planning and monitoring.

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who attend. This is good

Teaching is good and children develop their independence and make choices with regard to their play. As a result, all children make good progress, which helps them gain the skills needed to be ready for school. The childminder talks to the children throughout their play, which effectively promotes their communication and language skills. She plans adult-led activities, such as baking, and uses these activities to encourage the children to think and demonstrate their existing skills and knowledge. For example, the childminder incorporates language, such as, 'whisk' and 'beat', as the children enthusiastically mix the ingredients together. In addition, she encourages the children to count the number of cake cases and to work out how many cakes there will be if they add one more. However, children's understanding of weights, measurement and quantities are less well promoted, with opportunities during baking activities sometimes overlooked.

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good

The childminder creates a friendly atmosphere where children clearly feel comfortable, relaxed and behave well. Children build strong attachments with the childminder and are happy and settled in her care. The childminder engages children in play, motivates them and develops their independence and social skills through good emotional support and praise. The children follow good hygiene procedures, for example, they wash their hands at appropriate times during the day. Children have daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise, as they go for walks, play in the garden or visit the local park. They grow vegetables and plants which helps to develop their knowledge of the world. The childminder has developed effective relationships with other early years providers to support children well for the emotional changes ahead.

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provision is good

The childminder understands her responsibilities in meeting the learning and development requirements and how to keep children safe. She assesses the environment and has appropriate safety measures in place to reduce any hazards. The childminder effectively evaluates her practice. She continually identifies any areas to improve in her setting, in order to benefit the children in her care. She establishes good relationships with parents. Information about children's care and learning is shared through daily discussions. The childminder attends training courses and uses online resources and information to update her knowledge. Consequently, she is continually reviewing and monitoring her practice and procedures. She has completed a formal childcare qualification, which has had a good impact on the learning experiences she offers children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY217150 Local authority Sheffield Inspection number 869738 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 9 October 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2002. She lives in the Stocksbridge area of Sheffield. She operates from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, during term time only. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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