Childminder in North East Lincolnshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 May 2016 27 March 2014

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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

 Since her last inspection, the childminder has developed a good understanding of how to promote children's development. She observes and assesses children's learning and uses this information to plan the next steps to support their development.  The childminder works effectively in partnership with parents. She ensures there is a good two-way exchange of information on an ongoing basis. This, along with helping parents to support their child's learning at home, means that children's needs are well met.  The childminder shares information about children's learning with other early years settings that children attend. This supports continuity in their learning.  The childminder is a good role model for children. She is patient and caring, helping children learn to be kind and caring with each other. Children behave very well.  Settling-in periods are arranged to suit individual children's needs, helping them to

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This provision is good

settle well. From this secure base, they thrive and develop a good range of skills that helps them be prepared for school.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not focused her professional development sufficiently enough on improving the quality of teaching to help children achieve more than good progress.  Although outdoor play is a regular occurrence, the childminder does not make good enough use of the outdoor environment to help children build on all aspects of their learning if they prefer to play and learn outside.

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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

 focus professional development on raising the overall quality of teaching to a higher level to help children make more rapid progress  make better use of the outdoor environment to support the continuing good progress of children who prefer to play and learn outside.

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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 completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the qualifications and suitability of those working with children.  The inspector took account of views and comments left by parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder and her assistant have attended child protection training. They have a good knowledge of the correct procedure to follow if they have concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder regularly assesses safety within her home. She takes appropriate action to ensure children's safety is maintained. The childminder is successful in identifying her strengths and areas where she can improve. She asks parents for their views on the service she provides and uses this information to improve outcomes for children. The childminder monitors her assistant's practice by working alongside him. Ongoing discussions with her assistant about their professional development help to keep children safe.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The experienced childminder has a good understanding of what each child knows and can do. She provides them with a wide range of resources to support their interests and next steps in learning. Younger children extend their understanding of numbers and shapes. The childminder counts the number of bricks children use when building a tower and describes their different shapes. Older children develop their fascination with dinosaurs. They confidently use the correct name for a dinosaur and demonstrate their imagination as they move it around the room. Parents describe the childminder as being friendly, kind and approachable. Other professionals appreciate detailed reports from the childminder about children's development. These include the progress check for children aged between two and three years. This shows a positive approach to partnership working to support consistency for children's learning and development.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are very happy in the childminder's care and readily accept her affection towards them. This shows that they have a strong emotional bond with her. The childminder helps children feel good about themselves. She praises them for their achievements and encourages them to have good manners. Children have good opportunities for daily physical exercise and fresh air. They enjoy regular trips to the park and eat ice cream when paddling in the water on the beach. These outings help children to be aware of their local community and explore new experiences. Children learn how to keep themselves safe. The childminder reminds them about how to cross the road safely.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They are working comfortably within the typical range of development for their age. Children demonstrate a positive attitude towards their learning and enjoy developing new skills in preparation for school. They are confident and demonstrate very good social skills. They play with other children and share their experiences. Children learn to write their own name and recognise the letters of the alphabet. This helps develop their literacy skills and supports them to say the sounds of new words.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY231499 Local authority North East Lincolnshire Inspection number 1043811 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 27 March 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003 and lives in Cleethorpes. She operates all year round from 6.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3. On occasions, the childminder works with an assistant.

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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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