Childminder EY305206

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 August 2016 10 July 2013

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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's setting is welcoming and well organised. There is a good range of resources to interest different ages of children, both inside and outside.  The children demonstrate high levels of well-being. They play and explore independently and the childminder interacts with them effectively to support their learning. She teaches children the names of shapes and animals to help enhance their understanding and vocabulary.  Children are well behaved. They understand the childminder's expectations about treating each other and resources with care and respect.  The childminder asks parents about routines at home. She uses this information to plan the day for children, for example, when they usually rest and eat.  Children form good attachments with the childminder which strongly support their emotional well-being.  Feedback from parental questionnaires is very positive about the levels of care and

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Arrangements for parents to share their knowledge of children's learning and development when they start at the childminder's home are not fully robust.  Partnerships with other professionals are not fully developed to support the childminder further in her practice.

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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

 improve systems that use parents' knowledge of what children already know and can do when they start at the setting  develop stronger partnerships with other professionals that support and enhance current practice and maximise outcomes for children.

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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 a range of policies and procedures, including safeguarding and evidence of the childminder's suitability.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through feedback from written questionnaires.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder demonstrates good levels of commitment to improving her practice. She has addressed the recommendations from her last inspection. For example, she has enhanced the range of resources in the garden. She seeks the views of parents and children to support her in identifying and prioritising future improvements. The childminder knows about the progress children are making over time and keeps parents fully informed. Daily diaries provide useful ways to share details with parents about their child's day. Overall, parents are encouraged to share information from home to support the childminder in planning for children's next steps. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Policies and procedures are in place and consistently followed. The childminder ensures that training, such as paediatric first aid, is current so she can respond appropriately to any accidents. The childminder understands the signs that would

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

cause her concern about a child's welfare. She is confident in describing the appropriate actions to take in this situation.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Overall, the childminder knows children's current interests through her observations and discussions with parents. She ensures that children have the time and space to explore these. For example, some children are currently fascinated with objects that spin. To allow children opportunities to learn about their properties, the childminder provides a variety of toys for them to use, such as different vehicles. Children are very motivated to learn and respond positively when the childminder interacts with them. They enjoy singing songs together and learn the actions that accompany them. The childminder is adept at identifying when children are becoming disconcerted as they cannot achieve a desired outcome. She gives them time to try and then provides the support they need, without taking over. This helps them to overcome any barriers to their learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children show good levels of independence and confidence. They demonstrate great affection for the childminder. She treats children with sensitivity and is consistent in her approach, in a manner that is appropriate for the different ages of children. Children learn about differences between themselves and others. They learn about the wider world. They access different resources and discuss events, such as the Olympic Games in Rio. Children have healthy snacks and drinks during the day. They have opportunities for fresh air and for exercise in the garden and on local walks in the community.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. The childminder provides support to help children who are getting ready to move on to school. She plans specific literacy and mathematical activities. These help to ensure they are ready to start school with good foundations in these areas of learning. Children listen well and understand the importance of taking turns and sharing resources. Children demonstrate a strong sense of physical well-being and positive self-esteem.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY305206 Local authority Kingston upon Hull Inspection number 1043266 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 10 July 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2005 and lives in Hull. She operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm on Monday to Friday, except 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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Telephone number

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