Childminder in Rotherham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 August 2015 22 February 2012

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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

 Children are making good progress because the childminder is knowledgeable about how children learn. The childminder provides children with exciting and challenging play, which covers all areas of learning.  The childminder effectively evaluates her provision so that practice is continually developing and plans for continuous improvement are in place.  Children's personal, social and emotional development are well promoted through regular praise and encouragement. All children make strong bonds with the childminder and each other. This helps to promote children's well-being and independence.  Partnerships with local schools and nurseries are good. They share information about planning and assessment, which enables them to work effectively together.  Children behave well. They share resources, take turns and attempt to resolve their own conflicts during play. Therefore, they respect one another and develop good social

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always encourage parents to share detailed information about their child's learning at home.

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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

 consider different ways to enable parents to share information about their child's learning at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the children's play, including adult-led and child-initiated activities.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector asked the childminder questions about her practice at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records and the planning documentation.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members, and the childminder's qualifications. She also looked at the childminder's self-evaluation form and discussed her improvement plan.  The inspector took account of the written feedback from parents.

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who attend. This is good

Children are provided with a range of interesting and age-appropriate learning experiences. Planning is based on children's interests to support their individual needs and the next steps in their learning. The quality of teaching is good. The childminder's interactions are positive and show her good understanding of how to promote children's play. Children enjoy investigating how magnets work and constructing castles. The childminder fosters children's speaking and listening skills as she talks to them about what they are doing. Consequently, children are motivated to learn and show high levels of confidence in exploring their surroundings. The childminder makes regular observations and assessments of children's learning. She uses this information well to help children develop a wide range of skills, in readiness for school.

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good

Children are happy and settled in this warm and caring family environment. The childminder is a good role model and makes children feel comfortable as she is happy, calm and kind towards children. Consequently, the childminder effectively supports children's emotional readiness for future learning. The childminder promotes children's physical development and supports their understanding of healthy lifestyles. She provides a range of healthy, freshly prepared meals and snacks. Children learn to adopt good hygiene routines. Children choose from a wide selection of accessible, good quality toys and resources. Positive, written feedback from parents shows that they have a high regard for the childminder and value the service she provides.

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provision is good

The childminder has a strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and ensures her home is safe and secure. She has a robust understanding of the procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child. She carries out ongoing risk assessments to help her identify and minimise potential hazards for children and keep them safe at all times. The childminder is well qualified and continually updates her knowledge through attendance at a childminder network group. Children's assessments are monitored well. This ensures any intervention required is sought at the earliest stage, in order to meet children's individual needs. The childminder makes sure parents are informed about their child's progress and the daily activities they have participated in. However, there are not extensive opportunities for parents to share information regarding children's learning at home. This means the childminder does not have all relevant information needed to

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provision is good

establish an extremely precise and accurate picture of children's achievements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY434664 Local authority Rotherham Inspection number 853557 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 22 February 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Rotherham. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children. The childminder holds Qualified Teacher Status.

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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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