Childminder in North Lincolnshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 June 2015 19 June 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 a good teacher. She is well qualified in childcare and understands how to effectively support children's learning and development across the areas of learning.  The childminder nurtures warm, supportive relationships in the setting. Children learn that their ideas are valued and this supports them to be confident and motivated learners.  Partnerships with parents are strong. They are kept very well informed about their children's progress. The childminder welcomes their involvement right from the start. This enhances learning at home and in the setting.  The childminder is knowledgeable about how to keep children safe and well. She understands her responsibilities if she has concerns about children's welfare.  There are good partnerships with other settings that share the care and learning of children. Information is shared to promote continuity and progression for children when

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This provision is good

attending other settings.  Children enjoy a good range of activities in the setting. The resources are stimulating and relevant to children's current interests.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Self-evaluation does not always include the views of children and parents to inform improvements to future practice.  There are few opportunities for children to learn about other communities and how people's lives may differ from their own.

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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

 strengthen self-evaluation of practice, for example, by including views from children and parents to inform improvements to future practice  provide a wider range of resources and activities to support children to learn about other communities to help them develop their understanding of how people's lives may differ from their own.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the main playroom and garden.  The inspector interacted with children during the inspection.  The inspector looked at a sample of documents and records. She discussed safeguarding and child protection issues with the childminder.  The inspector checked the evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and discussed self-evaluation and improvement plans.  The inspector discussed the childminder's observations, assessments and planning.

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who attend. This is good

Children are motivated and active learners who all make good progress from their starting points. The childminder plays with the children and skilfully supports their learning through her questions and comments. She responds to children's requests, for example, to play a shopping game, providing props to enhance the experience. The children use a cash register as part of the game and the childminder talks to them about the cost of different items. Consequently, children are effectively supported with their mathematical skills. The childminder is knowledgeable about how to support children's learning and development through planned activities. While children play in the sand tray, she talks to them about the properties of the sand. She encourages them to use a range of scoops and containers and sensitively reminds them about the need to share. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning, including school. The childminder takes children to weekly

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who attend. This is good

groups in the village, which helps children to meet new friends in the local area. However, there are fewer opportunities for children to learn about other communities to develop their understanding of the wider world around them.

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good

The childminder provides warm, caring relationships with children. She encourages children to play together and this promotes firm friendships in the setting. Children relate to each other and this builds their social skills and confidence. Also, children learn that good relationships make activities more enjoyable. Children are well supported with understanding the expectations about behaviour. The childminder explains reasons for expectations and talks through the consequences to enhance their understanding. For example, children know that they need to tidy toys away after they have finished playing. Children enjoy opportunities outside everyday. They are encouraged to put on coats and shoes by themselves to enable them to become independent in their self-care skills. There are frequent outings to local parks where children enjoy more physical challenges on equipment. The childminder provides healthy snacks and talks to children about drinking

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good

water regularly. This helps children learn about the range of food and drink that contribute to healthy lifestyles.

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provision is good

The childminder builds strong foundations for children's future learning. She has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Safeguarding procedures are followed rigorously, so children's welfare and safety are always prioritised. The childminder has addressed the recommendation from her last inspection. She evaluates her practice to identify improvements. However, the gathering and use of the views of children and parents, as part of evaluation, is not yet fully embedded. As a result, their ideas are not always used to inform how to improve future practice. The childminder has established useful partnerships with other childminders in the local area to share ideas and develop her skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 505184 Local authority North Lincolnshire Inspection number 872321 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 19 June 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2000 and lives in Epworth, North Lincolnshire. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 5.45pm, Monday to Thursday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder 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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