Childminder in Rotherham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 June 2015 16 June 2010

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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 places the utmost importance on safeguarding children. She provides a safe and secure environment, which effectively supports children's growing understanding of how to keep themselves safe and healthy.  Children's emotional and physical well-being is supported well by the caring and nurturing childminder. As a result, children are confident and develop strong relationships.  Children make good progress because there is an effective balance of child-initiated and adult-led activities that is supported by good quality teaching. As a result, children are stimulated and motivated to learn.  The childminder carries out self-evaluation and identifies strengths and weaknesses in her practice. She accesses training to improve her skills and ensure her knowledge is up to date.  Children benefit from exciting and adventurous outings, which successfully promote all areas of learning through outdoor play.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children are not always provided with sufficient opportunities to be independent and to develop their self-help skills to a high level.  The childminder does not always promote children's self-awareness.

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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

 encourage children's independence further during daily routines, for example, by encouraging them to practise helping to prepare their own food and serve their own drinks  provide opportunities for children to make links in their experiences and talk about what they see, think and feel by, for example, making photographic books of activities and outings that children have previously enjoyed.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities taking place in the childminder's home, both inside and in the garden.  The inspector took account of the views of parents from information provided in written testimonies.  The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's observation and assessment records, the register of attendance and sampled other documentation, including suitability checks for household members.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She effectively builds on what she finds out about children's interests to help guide her planning for their future learning. The childminder joins in with children's play and she praises them for listening and following instructions. For example, children listen carefully as the childminder explains the process for planting summer flowers. She encourages them to choose from a selection of plants. Children enjoy scooping the compost into pots, positioning the plants and using watering cans. This means that they are supported to be motivated and eager to learn. As a result, they are gaining the skills they need to prepare them for starting nursery and school. The childminder uses lots of descriptive language during children's play. This means that children develop a wide vocabulary. The childminder makes the most of resources to enhance children's learning further. For

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who attend. This is good

example, she provides paper and pencils, so that children can write prescriptions in the pretend veterinary surgery. However, children do not have enough opportunities to talk about what they think and feel during activities, so they can build on their sense of self- awareness.

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good

Children's good health is successfully promoted. The childminder effectively promotes children's understanding of a healthy lifestyle and the importance of fresh air and exercise. Children benefit from lots of outdoor play. They develop their physical skills and learn about the world around them. The childminder teaches children to share and be kind. They also build relationships in larger social groups during visits with other childminders. Children are beginning to be independent in their in their self-care. For example, they are learning how to put their own shoes on. However, opportunities to fully exploit children's independence skills are not maximised. This is because the childminder prepares children's snacks for them, rather than allowing them to try and do this for themselves.

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provision is good

The experienced and qualified childminder fully understands and implements the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Since her last inspection she has completed a relevant level 3 qualification. The childminder follows effective procedures to protect children should she have any concerns about a child in her care. Furthermore, she undertakes risk assessments to ensure that any hazards in the environment have been identified, minimised or removed, so that children remain safe. The childminder works closely with parents, the local nursery and schools, sharing relevant information. As a result, children benefit from a consistent approach to their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY300241 Local authority Rotherham Inspection number 856489 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 16 June 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2005 and lives in the Wickersley area of Rotherham. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant 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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