Childminder in York

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 July 2015 16 March 2010

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Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Requires improvement The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Requires improvement The setting does not meet legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision requires improvement. It is not yet good because:

 The childminder does not provide parents with a written summary of children's strengths and areas for development when they are aged between two and three years. This does not meet the learning and development requirements.  The childminder does not have a thorough understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Consequently, the procedures to keep children safe are not robust.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder understands how young children learn through play. This contributes to their progress and they enjoy exploring and investigating.  The childminder helps older children to prepare for their eventual move to school by teaching them basic literacy and numeracy skills. Consequently, children show readiness for school and are confident.  There are effective procedures in place to help children settle in. As a result, children are happy to attend and have a good relationship with the childminder.  The childminder is sensitive and caring towards children. This has a positive impact on their emotional well-being and they develop self-confidence.  The childminder reflects on her practice and provision using information gathered from parents. This helps her to make improvements to meet the needs of the families who attend.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 provide parents with a written summary of children's progress, including any areas for further support, when they are aged between two and three years  improve the safeguarding policy so it is in line with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage, by including information about the use of mobile phones and cameras.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the children and childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector toured the premises used by children during the inspection and observed children's activities.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at documents, including a selection of policies, children's assessment records and checked evidence of the childminder's suitability.  The inspector observed practice and the interactions between the childminder and children during play and care routines.  The inspector obtained the views of parents through written feedback.

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who attend. This requires improvement

The childminder has an appropriate balance of child-led and adult-initiated activities for children. She recognises when young children need to explore the resources that interest them and makes attempts to incorporate learning into this. The childminder follows the children's lead, for example, using resources they are interested in to help develop children's understanding of big, small, inside and outside. The childminder models clear language to children as they play and encourages them to copy and repeat words. Consequently, children persist in the activities they choose, increasing their vocabulary and problem-solving skills. The childminder has some understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. However, assessments of children's progress when they are aged between two and three years do not contain information about their areas of strength or development to identify any gaps in learning

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who attend. This requires improvement

to parents. The childminder promotes continuity of learning for children. For example, she shares information about children's learning with parents and other settings they attend, such as school.

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good

The childminder provides children with an interesting and stimulating environment both indoors and outdoors. Children have the choice to access the garden as they wish and thoroughly enjoy the fresh air. The childminder helps children to develop physical skills, such as running and jumping, as she provides them with a good range of outdoor resources and activities. The childminder teaches children self-help skills and encourages them to manage small risks for themselves. Consequently, even the youngest children demonstrate independence and confidence. The childminder teaches children about healthy choices. She provides healthy snacks and lunches. This helps children to develop an awareness of what contributes to a healthy lifestyle. The childminder is a good role model for children and manages their behaviour positively. Therefore, children develop social skills and good manners.

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provision requires improvement

The childminder has a level 3 qualification in childcare and has maintained her first-aid certificate. This has a positive impact for children, as she has an understanding of child development and can respond to medical emergencies swiftly. Children's progress is checked to identify any gaps in their learning or plans for their progress. The childminder has partnerships in place with other professionals, in order to access any further support if needed. The childminder understands her role to protect children from harm. For example, she is confident to record and report concerns about children's welfare. However, the safeguarding policy does not contain information on the use of mobile phones and cameras. This compromises children's safety.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 321245 Local authority York Inspection number 868681 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 16 March 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1995. She lives in the Acomb area of York. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a level 3 qualification in childcare.

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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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