Robertson, Angela Michelle

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 July 2015 25 February 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

 Strong partnerships with parents and other providers promote continuity in children's learning. Assessments are shared regularly, which means the childminder has a good understanding of children's skills and abilities. Ideas are shared with parents to continue children's learning at home.  Children enjoy frequent walks and play outside everyday. They learn about the diverse world around them and the childminder also uses these opportunities to promote children's mathematics and literacy skills.  The childminder has a good understanding of child protection issues. She has secure policies and procedures in place to safeguard children.  The childminder holds a relevant qualification and accesses additional training. She uses her knowledge to plan a wide range of activities that support children's continuing development.  The childminder seeks the views of parents and children. She reviews her practice and

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This provision is good

develops action plans to maintain the good standard of care and learning she provides.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always encourage children to use correct grammar.  The childminder does not use every opportunity to fully promote children's developing independence during self-care routines, in preparation for their eventual move on to nursery or school.

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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 to use correct grammar  make the most of opportunities to promote self-care routines with children so that they develop their independence in preparation for the eventual move to nursery or school.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents from the childminder's review of her service.  The inspector looked at children's records, planning documentation, and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.

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who attend. This is good

Children are confident in the setting and they freely access a wide range of resources that reflect their interests. Children's independent play is appropriately balanced with a range of well-planned adult-led activities that support their developing skills. The childminder finds out what children are doing in school and at home and builds on this. For example, children practise their early writing skills and using small tools safely, such as scissors. The childminder challenges children's thinking by giving them time to investigate and think through problems for themselves. For instance, they solve puzzles while using electronic toys. The childminder effectively supports children's developing language by using repetition. During children's play, she involves them in discussions. She gives them time to think and they learn to take turns when speaking. The childminder ask questions that help children to share their ideas and talk about previous learning experiences. As a result,

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who attend. This is good

children are making strong progress in their communication and language skills. However, the childminder does not always prompt children to use correct grammar when they speak.

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good

The childminder's home is welcoming and secure. Children have very positive relationships with the childminder. Her praise and encouragement promotes their self-esteem and confidence. Children learn to assess possible risks to themselves while using large play equipment and during regular walks. Splashing in puddles and exploring the natural environment provides learning opportunities that support their understanding of the world around them. The childminder promotes children's understanding of healthy lifestyles by encouraging them to eat healthy snacks and meals. However, she does not always fully promote children's developing independence in their self-care. Children benefit from regular trips to play groups where they develop their social skills. Children play games where they learn that there are rules, such as taking turns. They are encouraged to help each other, be kind, and consider each other's feelings, which helps to prepare them for

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provision is good

The childminder has a thorough knowledge of the learning and development requirements and of safeguarding issues. All policies and procedures are shared with parents so they have a good understanding of the service the childminder provides. Assessment of children's learning and development are accurate. This means any gaps in children's learning are identified quickly. Effective planning means children enjoy a good standard of care and learning opportunities that promote their continuing progress in all areas. All children are making good, consistent progress from their starting points. The childminder reflects on her practice and action is taken to address any areas identified for improvement.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY377774 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 858446 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 21

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 25 February 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in the Eckington area of Sheffield. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder receives funding for two-year-olds. She 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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