Childminder 302698

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 October 2016 24 March 2015

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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

 The childminder has taken positive steps to address the actions and recommendations raised at the last inspection. For example, she now uses her assessments of children's learning to plan for what they need to learn next.  The childminder gathers information about children's development in nursery school. She uses this to help ensure continuity of learning for children.  Children have many opportunities to develop mathematical skills they need for their learning in school. They count reliably and complete jigsaw puzzles. Children show their understanding of number order and how to fit shapes into space.  Children's indoor and outdoor experiences promote their health and physical well-being.  The childminder plans regular outings within the local community and further afield. Children gain a good understanding about the world around them.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder's plan for professional development does not focus sharply enough on raising the quality of teaching to the highest level.  The childminder does not consistently use the feedback she obtains from parents to help improve her practice even further.

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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 more precisely on professional development opportunities that will help deliver the highest quality of teaching for children  consistently use feedback received from parents to help build on the self-evaluation process and deliver excellent outcomes for children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the main playroom and looked at other areas used for childminding, including outside.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector asked the childminder questions about her practice at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability of all household members, and the childminder's qualifications. She also discussed with the childminder how she reflects on her practice to make improvements.  The inspector took account of parents' written views on the quality of the provision.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. She attends relevant child protection training. The childminder is aware of the appropriate action to take if she has a concern about a child in her care. She reflects on her practice and targets areas for improvement. For example, activities are now planned to take account of children's individual needs and stage of development. The childminder has strong relationships with parents. She provides them with detailed information about their child's day, progress and well-being. This helps to support children's learning at home and provides consistency in their care needs.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Learning is fun. The childminder builds on children's vocabulary and encourages them to share their experiences and thoughts through her skilful questioning. Children are articulate and self-assured when speaking to others. They give their attention to what their friends say and respond appropriately to their comments. Children recall their visit to the garden centre and reptile house. They describe their observations of living things and explain how a chameleon can change colour when they do not want to be seen. Children learn how to make lavender water. They collect fresh lavender sprigs and use their fingers to crumble the flower heads into a bowl. Children smell their fingers and describe the aroma as beautiful. They are closely supervised, as they carefully take turns to pour hot water onto the flower heads. Children explore and investigate through first-hand sensory experiences.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has cared for the children in her care since they were babies. She knows them very well. Children have strong emotional attachments with the childminder and enjoy her company in their play. They behave well and have good manners. Children benefit from lots of fresh air and visits to woodland parks. They learn about the changing seasons as they collect leaves to make collage pictures, which the childminder displays on the wall. Mealtimes are sociable occasions. Children talk about their morning snack of fruit and milk at nursery school and how this is good for them. They also enjoy home-cooked nutritious meals at the childminder's home. The childminder encourages children's independence. Children get their own yoghurt from the fridge and take the top off the carton. They follow good hygiene practices during the routine of the day. The childminder reacts positively to children's spontaneous play ideas. She holds children's legs as they

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

request to walk on their hands. Children show their confidence in their balance and coordination skills. They shout out as they cross the line, showing satisfaction in meeting their own goal.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 302698 Local authority Barnsley Inspection number 1050902 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 24 March 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1989 and lives in Dodworth, Barnsley. She operates from 11.30am to 4.30pm, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, term time only.

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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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