Lumley, Joanne

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 August 2015 23 September 2010

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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 has a secure understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and effectively ensures all regulations are well met. She has a good understanding of safeguarding procedures and recognises the possible signs that children may be at risk from abuse. This helps to protect children from potential harm.  Children make good progress in their learning and development. The childminder uses observations and assessments well to identify children's next steps in learning. She monitors children's progress successfully and plans activities that are well matched to their needs and stages of development.  The childminder uses consistently applied strategies and provides clear guidance for children about what is acceptable behaviour. Children's behaviour is good.  The childminder promotes a warm and welcoming environment for children. She knows children very well and they benefit from established routines that meet their care

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This provision is good

needs. This supports them in settling quickly and establishes very good relationships.  The outdoor area provides good opportunities for children to freely explore and challenge themselves. Children effectively learn about how to manage risks and stay safe. They are confident and show good levels of independence for their ages.  The childminder is very experienced in looking after children and holds a level 3 childcare qualification. She completes regular training courses to maintain and refresh her understanding of how to meet children's needs. She uses the knowledge gained to review the care she provides and to make further plans for improvement.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children have fewer opportunities to develop some aspects of their understanding of early mathematical concepts, such as quantity and measurement.  The childminder does not gather enough detailed information about children's development and achievements when they join the setting.

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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

 place more emphasis on developing children's early mathematical concepts so that their progress in this area of learning is enhanced  collect more detailed information about children's current stages of development and achievements when they first start at the setting.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder. She also looked at the childminder's planning documentation, children's learning and development files and children's assessment records.  The inspector observed the childminder's interactions with the children and spoke to the childminder throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at the childminder's self-evaluation form and a selection of risk assessments and policy documents, including the safeguarding policy and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and training certificates, including evidence of the childminder's suitability and the suitability of all adults living on the premises.  The inspector had a tour of the areas used for childminding, including the playroom, kitchen, dining room, downstairs toilet and rear garden.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides a wide range of interesting and engaging activities that are based on children's interests. The quality of her teaching is good. She demonstrates how to use things and she sits with the children, skilfully asking questions to extend their speaking and listening skills. Children show increasing control as they use and practise their early writing skills. They demonstrate curiosity and persistence in their learning as they explore a broad range of sensory experiences. This means children are well prepared for their next stage in learning. They are eager to join in and try, and they revisit many activities. However, the childminder does not always make the best use of opportunities to extend children's understanding of some mathematical concepts, such as quantities and measurements. Partnerships with parents are positive. Progress summaries on children's learning are shared with parents on a regular basis. This enables learning to continue at

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who attend. This is good

home. However, there is potential to collect more detailed information about children's development and achievements from parents when they begin at the setting.

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good

The childminder supports children to develop confidence and independence. She has high expectations of children and encourages them to manage small tasks for themselves. Children benefit from a stimulating environment, both indoors and outdoors. The childminder supervises children well and gently reminds them to take care. This helps children to develop an awareness of their own space and safety. As a result, children develop self-esteem and enjoy receiving praise for their efforts. This enables children to form strong bonds and attachments with the childminder. Children behave very well because the childminder consistently and carefully supports them to understand rules and boundaries. The childminder understands about supporting children as they move between different early years settings. She has established links with local schools to promote continuity of care and learning, helping children to embrace the move to the next

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good

stage of their learning. The childminder supports families to make healthy choices for children. She works closely with parents so children receive a healthy and balanced diet.

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provision is good

The childminder has a comprehensive set of policies and procedures, which underpin her good practice. She ensures parents are fully aware of these. The childminder has addressed the recommendations from the last inspection and has enhanced her playroom so children can select resources for themselves. Her self-evaluation identifies priorities for improvement to strengthen her practice further. Feedback from parents is very positive about the quality of the provision and the care and learning given to their children. Children's progress is tracked closely and the childminder knows where to seek support if she is concerned about a child's development. This has a positive impact on the children's learning and demonstrates the childminder's capacity for continual improvement.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY405261 Local authority East Riding of Yorkshire Inspection number 850644 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 23 September 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010. She holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She provides funded early education for two- , three- and four-year-old children.

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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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