Childminder in Sheffield

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 July 2015 28 September 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

 The childminder knows the children very well and has developed strong and affectionate bonds with them. Settling-in arrangements are flexible and tailored to individual children's needs. This contributes to children settling quickly and being confident and happy.  Children are active and inquisitive learners who enjoy their play. This is because the childminder uses her good quality teaching skills to provide a wide range of interesting activities. These reflect children's interests and contribute to them making good progress. Children acquire the skills they need to support them in the next stage of their learning and the move on to school.  Children play cooperatively together and develop positive relationships with others. They learn what is expected of them through positive reinforcement, praise and rewards. This contributes to children's understanding of how to behave.  Children are safeguarded very well. The childminder maintains an environment that is

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This provision is good

safe for children by completing risk assessments and daily checks. She has a very secure knowledge of the possible indicators of abuse and how to make a referral should a concern arise.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always make the most of her strong relationships with the parents, to gather detailed information about children's learning and achievements at home.  The childminder is not reviewing the impact of the improvements she makes on outcomes for children.

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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

 obtain even more information from parents about children's achievements at home  extend the use of self-evaluation and reflective practice.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's dedicated playroom, the kitchen and the garden.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector evaluated an activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's learning records, the childminder's self-evaluation form and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of all adults suitability and the childminder's qualifications.

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who attend. This is good

Children make good progress in their learning through the skilful teaching of the childminder. She plans activities which are fun and appealing to them. The childminder encourages children to explore and investigate. This contributes to their developing curiosity about the world around them. The childminder is very playful in her interactions with children, which fully engages them and contributes to developing their concentration skills. The childminder effectively supports children who have English as an additional language. She provides well-planned activities for all children and a stimulating learning environment. The childminder has a clear understanding of how children learn. She reviews individual children's progress through observation and assessment. Additionally, individual tracking systems are used to identify any gaps in learning. The childminder has established strong partnerships with parents. She regularly exchanges detailed information

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who attend. This is good

with them about children's care and learning. However, the childminder does not gather as much information about children's achievements at home, to complement her planning of activities and teaching.

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good

Children's well-being is effectively promoted. They are happy, secure and enjoy being with the childminder, who creates a safe, and inviting environment. This contributes to children's developing confidence and enables them to form positive relationships. The childminder provides good opportunities for children to mix socially with other children. She teaches children self-care skills, such as washing their hands before they eat. Additionally, children develop a good awareness of a healthy lifestyle. The childminder provides a range of healthy, freshly prepared home-cooked meals and free access to drinks. She takes full account of children's individual dietary requirements and provides ample opportunities for fresh air and exercise to promote their physical well-being.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She attends regular training to ensure she is aware of any recent research into childcare practice. This results in the childminder accurately monitoring children's progress. In addition, the childminder has achieved an early years qualification at level 3. This helps her to promote children's care and learning to a good standard. The childminder evaluates her practice and what she offers to the children and seeks parents' views as part of this process. However, she is not yet making the most of her evaluations to assess the impact of any changes she makes. Parents' comments are extremely positive about the childminder. Their feedback demonstrates the high regard they have for the childminder and the service she provides. Documentation is organised well, with effective policies and procedures in place to support children's safety. The childminder ensures

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provision is good

safeguarding is given very high priority and she has completed advanced safeguarding training.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 300647 Local authority Sheffield Inspection number 871670 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 28 September 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2000 and lives in Waterthorpe on the outskirts of Sheffield. She operates seven days a week, all year round from 6am to 7pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a recognised childcare qualification at level 3. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year- old children. The childminder cares for children who have English as an additional language.

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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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