Childminder in East Riding of Yorkshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 August 2015 1 December 2008

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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 Outstanding 1

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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's well-being is strongly nurtured. The childminder has a very calm and caring approach to children, which makes them feel highly valued. Children develop a positive sense of themselves as confident and effective learners.  There are flexible induction arrangements, organised for children and parents, specifically designed to support them through this period. They spend time getting to know the childminder and her home, prior to starting, which helps children feel settled and secure right from the beginning.  Teaching is consistently good. All seven areas of learning are effectively covered through well-planned activities that strongly support children's good progress from their starting points. Children achieve well and are well prepared for the next stages in their learning.  The childminder is knowledgeable about the safeguarding requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She ensures that children's safety and welfare is paramount at

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This provision is good

all times, through following rigorous policies and procedures. She knows what to do if she has concerns about children's welfare.  Robust arrangements have been established with other settings that some children also attend, to share information about children's care and education. This results in consistency and continuity for children and supports their good progress towards the early learning goals.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Self-evaluation of practice and provision is not yet sharply focused on raising the quality of teaching from good to consistently outstanding.  There are fewer opportunities for children to learn about letters and numbers.

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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

 strengthen self-evaluation of practice and provision further, to focus on raising the quality of teaching from good to consistently outstanding  provide further opportunities for children to learn about letters and numbers.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the playrooms and garden.  The inspector interacted with children present during the inspection. Parents' views were collected from written testimonials.  The inspector looked at a sample of documents and records. She discussed safeguarding and child protection issues with the childminder.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and discussed self- evaluation and improvement plans.

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who attend. This is good

The children enjoy playing with a good range of resources in a well-planned indoor environment. Their independent play is well supported and extended by the childminder. She introduces new resources and joins in with their play. The children welcome her involvement and enjoy learning new words that she introduces as they play together. Children's developing language skills are very well supported. The childminder plans activities around children's interests and next steps in learning, to ensure they continue to be excited to learn. She collects a range of evidence to make accurate assessments of children's learning and development. There are fewer opportunities for children to learn about letters and numbers to promote more rapid development in this area. Children's progress from their starting points is regularly shared with parents, so they are kept well informed. The childminder provides parents with useful information about the Early Years

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who attend. This is good

Foundation Stage. This enhances their understanding and provides good support for learning at home.

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outstanding

Children's well-being is exceptionally well supported. Children thoroughly enjoy spending time with the childminder. As a result, they form strong emotional attachments with her and feel very safe and secure in her care. The children enjoy the wide range of activities and resources that are available, showing high levels of motivation. The childminder is an excellent role model and gives children praise and encouragement for their efforts. Children grow in confidence and become very independent, but know that if they need support the childminder will always respond positively. The childminder knows the different ways children communicate their needs because she takes time to listen to them. She encourages children to play games that involve taking turns and sharing resources. Consequently, children learn to cooperate with each other, which strongly supports friendly relationships. Children enjoy a good range of healthy snacks during the day.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good knowledge of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She has established good networks with other local childminders to share ideas and plan activities. She makes time to attend training opportunities to continue to update and enhance her knowledge and practice. The childminder uses these opportunities to evaluate current practice and provision. However, self-evaluation is not yet sharply focused on raising the quality of teaching from good to consistently outstanding, to achieve even better outcomes for children. The childminder monitors the progress children make over time and actively seeks advice when she identifies children need additional support. Consequently, any gaps in children's learning and development are closing due to her timely interventions. Parents are full of praise about the excellent standards of care and learning that are provided for their children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 119381 Local authority East Riding of Yorkshire Inspection number 874729 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 1 December 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1990 and lives in Bridlington. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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