Childminder, Out-of school day care in Sheffield

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 June 2015 15 January 2009

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Good 2 The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a suitable understanding of the learning and development requirements. She has considered how to plan for individual children's needs and understands why she should complete assessments of children's progress.  The childminder understands the importance of robust partnerships with parents. She has considered how she will share activities with parents so that they can support their children at home.  The childminder has thought about how the activities she provides will complement children's experiences in school to provide continuity in their learning. She has considered how she will share information about children's care and learning with other providers.  The childminder has a good understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She places a strong focus on keeping children safe and there are secure policies and procedures in place to help ensure they are protected at all times.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to promote positive behaviour. She has considered how she will manage unwanted behaviour appropriately.  The childminder understands the importance of obtaining the views of parents and children who use her setting. She describes how she would monitor the service she provides and identify her strengths and weaknesses. There are clear action plans in place to continually improve her provision.  The childminder has a good understanding of how a skilled practitioner can enhance learning experiences for children. She holds an early years qualification and accesses a programme of professional development, which means the childminder is building on her skills.

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The provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the learning and development requirements.  The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to assess children's learning and how she plans to deliver the educational programmes for children.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability and qualifications and discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and improvement plan.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 300507 Local authority Sheffield Inspection number 867244 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 15 January 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1998 and lives in the Halfway area of Sheffield. She operates all year round from 7.45am until 8.45am, and 2.45pm until 5.45pm, Monday to Friday during term time, and 8am until 6pm during school 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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