Childminder in York

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 July 2015 28 March 2011

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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 skilled at identifying children's interests and uses them effectively to plan challenging experiences. Consequently, children thoroughly enjoy their learning and make very good progress.  The childminder makes good use of everyday opportunities to teach children basic literacy and numeracy skills. This helps to prepare them for their eventual move to school by building on the key skills they need.  The childminder helps children to develop independence and self-confidence. As a result, children have high levels of self-esteem and persevere to learn new skills.  The childminder has highly effective methods in place to monitor children's development. Therefore, she is able to identify gaps in their progress and access support swiftly.  The childminder has a thorough understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. Consequently, there are robust procedures in place to record and report

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This provision is good

concerns about children's welfare, which helps to protect them from harm.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There is scope to enhance starting point assessments by asking parents for further information about children's current stage of development.  The childminder does not consistently provide children with clear messages about why it is important to eat healthy foods and practice good hygiene.

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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

 enhance starting point assessments so that they are more precise and sharply focused by including further information from parents about children's current stage of development  help young children to build on their awareness of what contributes to a healthy lifestyle by teaching them why it is important to eat healthy foods and practice good hygiene.

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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 assessments 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 is good

The quality of teaching is consistently good. The childminder has high expectations of children and a thorough understanding of how they learn. For example, children excitedly take part in activities that develop their confidence, vocabulary and thought processes as the childminder helps them to solve problems and find answers. Consequently, children make very good progress towards their individual goals and next steps. The childminder also encourages young children to develop problem solving and physical skills as they explore the properties of a range of stimulating resources the childminder has provided. Children's learning files and assessments are shared with parents regularly, which helps them to feel included in their child's development. However, the childminder does not always gather detailed information about children's current stage of development when they first join the setting. As a result, there are times when home learning is not included

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good

The childminder is a very good role model for children. She manages behaviour positively and rewards children for their efforts. She uses appropriate methods to encourage sharing, taking turns and cooperating with care needs. This has a positive impact on children's emotional well-being as they develop respect for themselves and each other. The environment is stimulating and well-resourced for children indoors and outdoors. Children are able to access resources for themselves, which helps them to take an active part in their learning. There are effective procedures in place to help children settle in. The childminder knows children very well and has clear bonds with them. Consequently, children are happy to be with the childminder and demonstrate that they feel secure. The childminder helps children to be healthy by providing fresh fruit at snack time and encouraging them to have plenty of fresh air. However, children are not always supported

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good

to develop their understanding of why it is important to have a healthy diet or why they practice good hygiene.

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provision is good

The childminder demonstrates commitment, drive and enthusiasm to maintaining high levels of care, safety and learning for children. For example, she obtains regular feedback from parents to reflect on her practice and provision, making improvements to meet the needs of children who attend. Since the last inspection, the childminder has completed a level 3 qualification in childcare. This has helped to improve her ability to plan specific activities for children, in order for them to make good progress. The childminder helps children to learn how to keep themselves safe. For example, she encourages them to be independent and manage small risks to develop their awareness. The childminder has effective partnerships in place with families and other professionals. Therefore, they contribute to meeting children's needs by working together.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 321385 Local authority York Inspection number 868689 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 17

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 28 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2000. She lives in the Rawcliffe area of York. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a level 3 childcare qualification.

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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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