Childminder EY477014

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 March 2016 Not applicable

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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 friendly and caring childminder develops strong positive relationships with children and their families. She knows children well and values them as unique. Children are confident, happy and settled.  The childminder models conversation skills well and provides time for children to respond to her questions. She praises babies' attempts to communicate and introduces new words. This helps to promote communication and language skills.  Teaching is good. The childminder has a clear understanding of how children learn. She provides a good range of activities and experiences that helps children to develop key skills and positive approaches to learning.  The childminder promotes children's good behaviour and helps children to learn what is expected of them. Babies know the daily routine and respond to simple boundaries, with positive encouragement from the childminder.  Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder uses two-way communication to

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This provision is good

find out about children's learning and care needs. She uses this information well and promotes a shared approach to children's overall development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not make the best possible use of professional development opportunities, to develop her teaching skills to the highest possible levels.  Very young children cannot always choose resources independently to support their learning. This is because resources are sometimes not visible or within their immediate reach.

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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

 make better use of professional development opportunities and focus more precisely on developing teaching skills  provide increased opportunities for all children to select and use resources independently.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other adults in the household, children's assessment records and a sample of policies.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation form and plans for improvement.  The inspected looked at all areas of the home used for childminding purposes.  The inspector considered the views of parents, provided through written feedback.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder is committed to providing a high-quality service for children and their families. She is qualified and translates her knowledge and skills into practice well. The childminder is reflective and uses self-evaluation successfully to identify and address areas for improvement. The views of parents and children are considered in this process to ensure that planned developments are pertinent. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is alert to the possible indicators of abuse and neglect, and knows how to raise concerns with the authorities. Security is stringent and the premises are maintained well and free from hazards. The childminder is vigilant and supervises children well. This helps to ensure that children are protected from harm. The childminder understands the value of partnership working and works closely with other settings to promote continuity of care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses observation and assessment well to find out what children already know and can do. She uses this information efficiently to plan precisely for their individual needs. Children's progress is monitored closely to ensure that any gaps in their learning are closing. Parents are kept well informed of children's progress and provide information about learning at home, to complement the childminder's good teaching. The childminder is playful and enthusiastically engages children in activities. She uses facial expressions and different tones of voice to stimulate children's interest. Babies are curious and eagerly explore sensory toys and resources. The childminder helps children to acquire physical skills and achieve developmental milestones. She provides physical support and reassurance as babies excitedly take their first steps and learn to walk.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children thrive in a nurturing and friendly environment. They clearly enjoy the childminder's affectionate interactions and snuggle with her for comfort. Children receive extensive praise and encouragement. This helps to accelerate their self-confidence and promotes their willingness to try new things. Babies learn good hygiene routines from an early age and wash their hands thoroughly before meals. They are provided with nutritious snacks, and parents are encouraged to provide healthy meals. Children have regular opportunities to be outside in the fresh air and enjoy visits into the local community. This helps to promote their good health. The childminder takes children to local toddler groups, where they develop positive relationships with others.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and development. Babies are confident and excitedly explore their surroundings, to learn about the world in which they live. Their communication skills are developing quickly. For example, they babble and experiment with sounds as they respond to the childminder's warm interactions. Babies acquire increased independence and gain self-helps skills. Overall, they benefit from secure emotional attachments and develop key skills in readiness for future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY477014 Local authority North Yorkshire Inspection number 968444 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Linton on Ouse. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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Telephone number

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