Childminder in Sheffield

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 December 2016 18 December 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 quality of teaching is good and the childminder is actively engaged in children's play. She observes how children like to play and learn, in order to ensure that her teaching meets their learning styles.  The childminder provides an attractive, welcoming and well-organised environment where children can independently access and choose their own toys and resources for play.  The childminder offers encouragement to support children's self-confidence and responds sensitively to their individual needs. Children demonstrate warm supportive relationships with the childminder. They are emotionally secure, happy and settled.  Partnerships with other settings children attend are effective and information is exchanged effectively to ensure continuity of learning.  Regular trips within the local community and to children's groups provide opportunities for children to develop an understanding of the world around them.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The planning for next steps in learning is not always as precise and as sharply focused as possible for children under the age of three years, to help them make as much progress as possible.  Other than attending mandatory training, the childminder is not proactive in targeting her ongoing professional development, to further enhance the quality of teaching and learning.  The childminder has not explored a wide enough range of methods to help support parents to extend their children's learning at home.

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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 sharply on planning activities for children aged under three years that help increase the potential for them to make rapid progress in their learning  extend the programme of professional development to make the best use of opportunities, to further enhance the quality of teaching and learning  provide even more strategies that successfully engage all parents in supporting their children's learning at home and in contributing to the overall progress that children make.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas used by the children.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector assessed an activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the policies and procedures, and evidence of the suitability of the childminder and members of her household.  The inspector took account of the views of parents expressed in written testimonials.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has effectively addressed the action and recommendations from her last inspection. She has worked closely with the local authority support advisor and other childminder colleagues to develop her practice. The childminder is proactive in assuring children's safety, both in her home and in the local community. Effective policies and procedures underpin her safe practice. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder knows the reporting procedure to follow should she have concerns about a child's welfare. She keeps parents informed on a daily basis about their children's progress. Parents comment positively about the service provided. She evaluates her practice and uses what she learns to improve the service offered and the care and learning experience she provides for children. The childminder monitors each child's development to ensure that any gaps are closed and appropriate support is identified.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children freely access a wide range of suitable toys and resources. The childminder encourages children to follow their interests in play. She makes regular observations and assessments of children's development. The childminder effectively supports children's communication and language development. The childminder talks clearly and listens carefully to encourage very young children to develop their emerging speech. She sings familiar rhymes with very young children and models new words to support their vocabulary and understanding. Children are starting to say single words and are developing the confidence to communicate with the childminder.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a welcoming, safe and stimulating environment where children are happy and content. She demonstrates a kind and caring nature. Young children demonstrate their independence as they climb on outdoor equipment, competently feed themselves and put on their own coats and shoes. The childminder has high expectations for all children and she is a good role model. Children behave well. They listen carefully to the childminder and are aware of her expectations of them. The childminder provides praise and encouragement, which helps to build children's confidence and self-esteem. Children learn how to keep themselves safe. As they walk to and from school the childminder helps children to learn and understand road safety. The childminder promotes good hygiene practices from an early age and teaches children the importance of being healthy.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their individual starting points. They are eager and motivated learners. Children enjoy choosing their favourite toys and are developing the independence they need to manage their own needs. They demonstrate a willingness to undertake new tasks and try new things. Children are developing the skills necessary for the next stage in their learning, such as nursery and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY294269 Local authority Sheffield Inspection number 1058258 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 18 December 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2004 and lives in Sheffield. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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Telephone number

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