Childminder in East Riding of Yorkshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 September 2015 5 May 2011

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder has a sound understanding of children and how they develop. As a result, she is able to provide interesting, varied and engaging activities which support each child in the next steps of their learning.  Children enjoy their time at the childminder's setting. She works with parents to ensure that children settle well and that she has a good understanding of their care routines and personal needs. As a result, the children have a strong bond with her and feel safe.  Children independently access resources and play alongside each other in mixed age groups and abilities, supported well by the childminder. As a result, they enjoy spending time together and are starting to understand and show tolerance for each other's differences and similarities.  Children talk confidently with the childminder about their memories and experiences while they play. As a result, the development of language and communication is well

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This provision is good

supported as children begin to understand the world around them.  The childminder is confident to refer parents to other agencies if their child requires additional support. As a result, gaps in learning are closed and children make good progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not provide a wide range of resources and objects which encourage children to explore and investigate new ideas. As a result, opportunities for children to explore and use their imagination, ideas and creativity are missed.  Plans to engage parents and other providers in discussing children's development have not yet been successfully embedded. As a result, assessment of children's abilities does not include all those involved in a child's learning and development.

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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

 enhance opportunities for children to explore and investigate their own ideas  develop effective strategies to engage parents and other providers in contributing to the assessment of what children can do.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke to children and members of staff at appropriate times during the inspection and held a meeting with the childminder.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to on the day of the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's records, planning documentation, evidence of the suitability of staff working at the setting and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates her practice and how she identifies areas requiring improvement.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder is qualified to level 3 and demonstrates a sound knowledge of the statutory and government requirements. She has a clear view of the progress individual children make. However, plans to engage parents and other providers in sharing their knowledge of the children have not been fully embedded. The arrangements for safeguarding children are effective. Good recruitment procedures ensure that assistants are suitable to work with children and have a good understanding of how to keep children safe and ensure their welfare. The childminder evaluates her practice and identifies areas requiring improvement. The childminder and her assistant attend training to develop their knowledge and skills further. As a result, children are supported well in the preparation for the next stage of their education. A range of policies and procedures are in place which reflect the childminder's practice. They are shared with parents to keep them informed of

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder guides and extends children's learning skilfully as they play in a mixed age group because she understands the children's needs well. She keeps a close check on what children can do and swiftly supports them in developing their emerging skills further. As a result, gaps in learning are identified and are closing. However, there are limited opportunities for children to select and engage in imaginary play. As a result, the development of children's ideas and creativity is not supported as well as it should be. The childminder places a focus on developing children's language and understanding. She demonstrates how to speak clearly as children play and engages them in conversations about their recent experiences. Children's emerging literacy and mathematical skills are supported with interesting and engaging activities.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has a warm approach with the children. The children have a strong bond with her and she manages behaviour well. As a result, they feel happy and safe. Children are confident to access the indoor resources and activities independently. Achievements are celebrated and shared, supporting self-confidence and emotional well-being. Children demonstrate that they like to explore and enjoy their learning. This means that they are supported in being emotionally prepared for their transition to school. Routines are followed to meet children's individual care needs. The children wash their own hands before mealtimes and confidently discuss healthy eating. This supports learning about keeping themselves healthy.

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Outcomes for children are good

The childminder has high expectations of children. Children are progressing well and acquiring the skills they need for future learning and school. The childminder has a good understanding of each child and monitors their progress across all areas of learning. Where gaps in learning are identified, she creates opportunities that help her to close those gaps.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 314291 Local authority East Riding of Yorkshire Inspection number 868202 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 14 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 25

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1997 and lives in Wilberfoss, near York. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds a childminding qualification at level 3 and is a member of a local childminding network.

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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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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