Childminder 317728

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 June 2016 20 October 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 Outstanding 1

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This provision is good

 The childminder is very experienced and well qualified. She creates a welcoming, well organised, homely environment. She plans a wide range of interesting and challenging activities that promotes children's progress in all areas of learning.  The childminder is a good role model. She interacts positively with children and treats them fairly and with respect. Children behave well and demonstrate good manners. They learn how to share and take turns.  The childminder's home is exceptionally child-centred and welcoming. Children develop a strong sense of belonging. Their artwork is proudly displayed on the walls, giving value to their contributions.  The childminder has established excellent partnerships with other professionals working with children. They regularly exchange information about children's learning and achievements. This collective working significantly contributes to the good progress

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This provision is good

children make.  Children's good health and physical well-being are successfully promoted. Stringent routines are in place and children quickly learn these. They know when to wash their hands, without being reminded. For example, children independently blow their noses, dispose of the tissue and go and wash their hands.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not focus sharply enough on children's next steps in learning, in order to ensure they are making the very best possible progress.  The childminder has not yet fully explored systems for collecting detailed information from parents about children's learning when they first start.

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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

 refine the assessment process so that it is more precise, sharply focused and ensures children are making the best possible progress  enhance arrangements for collecting detailed information from parents about what children already know and can do when they first start at the setting.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members over 16 years and checked the qualifications of the childminder.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's records, planning documentation, the childminder's self-evaluation form and a selection of policies and procedures.  The inspector took account of the views of parents and carers from recent satisfaction surveys.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of the procedure to follow should she have a safeguarding concern about a child. She attends training to improve her knowledge of safeguarding. The childminder takes appropriate action to minimise any potential hazards to children in her home and while on outings. She reflects on her practice and uses the feedback from parents well to help shape her provision. The childminder is motivated and committed to professional development. She accesses training and exchanges ideas with other childminders to help build on her skills and knowledge. Parents are very happy with the care and learning that their children receive.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder closely observes children's learning and uses the information to plan activities that interest them. She places strong emphasis on developing children's independence. The childminder gives children the confidence to 'have a go' by providing support and praise. Children's understanding of the natural world is particularly strong. They enjoy physical activities. For example, they use tools to dig in soil and plant seedlings. Teaching methods are good. The childminder uses both instruction and demonstration. Children are happy to make marks and eagerly write their own names. They demonstrate very good control as they draw their own pictures. Children confidently talk about what they have drawn.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

Children are exceptionally confident and display high levels of emotional well-being and independence. The childminder's home and garden are equipped with highly stimulating toys and resources. Children keenly explore the many natural resources. Log stepping stones are used for counting as they jump from one to another. This leads into the wooded den area in which children use their vivid imaginations. Children are physically active throughout the day and thoroughly enjoy spending time outdoors. They frequently practise their physical skills and persevere with practical challenges, for example, on the various types of swings and wheeled toys. Children enjoy playing together and are kind and considerate. They respond extremely well to each other, listen, take turns and share toys. Children learn how to handle equipment safely and effectively. They learn from a young age how to keep themselves safe. Children are well supported to learn about

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

diversity from an early age. For example, children's real-life experiences are used for the displays and topics about 'People who help us' and 'We all look different'.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are motivated, have good concentration skills and spend long periods of time at activities. They make consistently good progress in all areas of their learning. Children display a positive attitude towards learning and new experiences. They enjoy good relationships and learn to take turns and respect others and their needs. Children are encouraged to share small responsibilities, so that they enjoy working together. They are well equipped and prepared for the next stage in their learning, including the move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 317728 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 847735 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 20 October 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2000 and lives in Auckley, on the outskirts of Doncaster. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 4.

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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

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Telephone number

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