Childminder EY356246

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 April 2016 13 December 2012

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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

 Children form strong attachments with the childminder. This promotes high levels of emotional well-being among the children. They are happy and secure in her care.  The childminder regularly assesses what children know and can do to ensure that the planned activities support their continued progress over time. Parents are encouraged to share information about their children's learning, which nurtures strong partnerships between home and the setting.  Children have daily opportunities for exercise and fresh air. They have regular trips out in the local area. Children follow good hygiene routines and are encouraged to become independent in their self-care skills. This promotes their physical well-being and good health.  The childminder reviews her provision and is fully committed to improving her practice. She takes account of the views of parents and the interests of children when identifying areas for improvement.

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This provision is good

 Children's speaking and listening skills develop well. The childminder encourages them to join in with discussions and share their experiences.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Sometimes, there are few opportunities for children to develop their information and communication technology skills.

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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

 develop further opportunities for children to learn about information and communication technology.

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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 looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self- evaluation and evidence of the suitability of the childminder and her family.  The inspector read recent parent questionnaires to gain their views on the childminder's setting.  The inspector spoke to the children present during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has made many improvements since her last inspection. She frequently accesses training and network events to develop her knowledge in supporting children's learning and development. Children's progress is carefully monitored over time and this is regularly shared with parents. The childminder is knowledgeable about other professionals to contact if she has any concerns about children's progress. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder follows her policies and procedures to ensure children are kept safe and well. She is confident about the signs that may cause her concern about a child's welfare and her responsibilities to ensure children's well-being.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has improved her teaching skills since her last inspection. She supports children's learning and development very well. There are good opportunities for children to follow their interests and they access a broad range of planned activities over the week. The childminder interacts with children during their play to provide fun challenges to extend their knowledge and skills. She asks questions that encourage children to think about what they might need to complete an activity. For example, as children were constructing a harbour for a boat they had made, she asked about the size and shape of the materials they might need. Children have many opportunities to learn about the natural world. They have their own space in the garden, where they plant and tend flowers and herbs.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are very happy in the childminder's setting. When they arrive they quickly engage in the planned activities. The childminder ensures that available resources reflect children's current interests, which helps them to be well motivated in their learning. They behave very well and enjoy the close bonds they have with each other and the childminder. The childminder is a very good role model. She is consistently calm and caring in her approach. This supports children's well-being very effectively. Children enjoy a range of healthy snacks and drinks to support their learning about healthy lifestyles.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children demonstrate high levels of well-being, which helps them to be confident and competent as they play and learn. All children make good and better progress from their starting points. They acquire the key skills and attitudes that ensure their readiness for school. They listen attentively and learn how to share resources. Children are very motivated about their learning and do not give up when things become more challenging. They enjoy the satisfaction of completing an activity by themselves and know when to ask for help to achieve a desired goal.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY356246 Local authority East Riding of Yorkshire Inspection number 1037004 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 5 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 13 December 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007 and lives in Leven, in the East Riding of Yorkshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Tuesday to Friday, 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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