Childminder EY480550

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 January 2017 Not applicable

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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 sought the opinions of parents to help her critically review the quality of her provision and identify areas to improve, for the benefit of all children.  The childminder keeps parents well informed about their children's time in her setting. She shares information about the activities their children have taken part in after school.  The childminder provides a homely environment, where children quickly settle. They have a dedicated play area where they feel comfortable and are able to independently select their own resources.  Children are very sure about their abilities as they join in small competition games that help them stay alert and active after a day at school. They use their bodies to carefully negotiate space and avoid each other as they run and dance.  The childminder involves children in decisions about the activities and experiences they take part in. Children are good communicators and readily voice their own ideas and

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This provision is good

opinions. They are assured that what they have to say is important.  Parents comment that they are very happy with the quality of the care and experiences their children are provided with. They feel that their children are safe and are reassured by their eagerness to attend.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The strategies used to engage with other early years professionals and share information are not highly effective.  The childminder's plans for professional development are not yet rigorous enough to raise the quality of provision to exceptional levels.

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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

 explore further ways to engage with other early years professionals and help them to share information about the support they offer children who are jointly cared for, so that a broader understanding is gained of any support children may need  focus on strengthening the programme of professional development so that it increases the potential to drive the good quality of practice even higher.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of practice and its impact on children.  The inspector evaluated a planned activity with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's records and a range of other documentation, including training certificates and evidence of suitability checks.  The inspector took account of parents' views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has ensured that on her return to work she brought herself up to date with the different aspects of safeguarding and the possible risks children may face. The childminder is clear about the procedures she must implement to help protect children from possible abuse or neglect. The childminder carries out regular risk assessments to ensure that she provides resources, equipment and an environment that are suitable for children to use. The home is secure, which prevents anyone entering or leaving unnoticed. This helps to keep children safe. The childminder provides parents with detailed information that explains her role and responsibilities. The childminder carefully supervises children when they use computers to make sure they are kept safe.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge and understanding of children's personalities, interests and abilities. Children are encouraged to count out the number of plates and pieces of cutlery they need and to choose a large or small plate. The childminder encourages children to talk about their day at school, which they are eager to discuss. Children are well motivated. They enjoy being creative and using their imagination. They devise a talent show, based on one that they have seen on television. They decide who is the commentator, the judge and the singer. Children enjoy a competitive game that helps them to recognise shape and colour. They chose a coloured beanbag with the name of the shape written on. Younger children are encouraged to sound out the name of the shape they are holding. Children proudly present work they have done that illustrates their good writing and drawing skills. Children become immersed

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

in role play. They all group together and act out what they have seen adults do at home, such as making dinner and feeding the baby. Children learn about festivals celebrated by others and different foods from around the world. This helps children develop an awareness and respect for people and cultures that are different to their own.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is focused on children's emotional well-being and helping them to feel secure. She offers settling-in sessions that provide time for both children and parents to adjust to their new routines. The childminder obtains good information from parents about their children's care needs, interests and abilities before they start. This helps her to plan an environment that children find interesting after their day at school. Children are confident, lively and independent. They share any concerns they have with the childminder. This shows that they feel safe. Children enjoy their time in the setting. They have established firm friendships with other children that attend. Children are learning about right and wrong and what is acceptable behaviour in different situations. They learn about eating healthily through the provision of home-cooked meals. Children understand the need to put resources away before starting another activity so that there are no trip

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

hazards. Children learn about good health and hygiene practice through their daily routines. They regularly walk home from school and do not need reminding to wash their hands before their meal.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY480550 Local authority Wakefield Inspection number 988598 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Upton, near Pontefract. She provides care for children attending full-time school and operates her provision during term time only, from 3pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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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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