Childminder in Doncaster

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 January 2017 15 April 2016

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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 successfully addressed the areas for development raised at the last inspection. Positive change that benefits children has been achieved in a timely way.  The childminder has good links with teachers at the local school. Children's continuity of learning is supported very well.  Children make good progress from their starting points. The childminder and her assistant interact positively with children, to help promote their learning as they play.  The childminder has a calm and caring nature. Babies who are new to the setting show how they feel safe and emotionally secure. They wake up happy from their sleep and enjoy cuddles.  Children independently choose the fruit they wish to eat at snack time and sit at the table with their friends. They practise putting on and taking off their own shoes and coat. Children follow routines which mirror those of school.  The childminder provides a good range of opportunities for children to learn about the

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This provision is good

world. Children visit museums, learn about different festivals and talk about how weather differs in many countries.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although there is a programme for ongoing professional development for the childminder and her assistant, this is not yet focused precisely at raising the quality of teaching to the highest level.  Occasionally, activities are not adapted swiftly to provide as much challenge, in order to help children make more rapid progress in their learning.

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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

 plan an astute programme of professional development that is aimed at raising the overall quality of teaching to outstanding  respond more swiftly to children's achievements and review how promptly activities are adapted to meet their changing learning needs.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder and her assistant. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living and working in the household.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistant attend child protection training and have a good knowledge of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. They know what to do should they have a concern about the welfare of a child in their care. The childminder follows good practice to keep children safe and secure. She has strict procedures in place for the use of mobile phones and photographic equipment and supervises children's use of the internet. The childminder checks her home each day to help minimise any potential risks and hazards. She evaluates her practice to help her to continually improve and checks her assistant's practice to make sure they are clear about their role. Parents share their views and opinions verbally and through written references. Their written comments show how they value the care and learning their children receive.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder gathers good information from parents about what their children can already do when they start at the setting. She has systems in place for parents to receive photographs and information about their children's progress, to help them be fully involved in their children's learning. The childminder observes children and uses this information to plan interesting experiences. Children excitedly take part in adult-led activities. They confidently use tools to cut and roll dough. Children clearly listen to instructions and copy actions. They use their fingers to push dough into moulds and are delighted to show what they have made for themselves. Children receive lots of praise for their efforts from the childminder and her assistant, which helps to boost their self- esteem.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a very positive role model. She sets a good example by greeting visitors warmly on arrival and introducing them to children. Children's behaviour is very good and they use great manners. They are learning how to be polite and show consideration towards their friends and adults. Children enjoy being outside in the fresh air. They are beginning to recognise how exercise makes their heart beat faster. Children walk through local woods and enjoy exploring the sensory garden and searching for bugs and leaves. The childminder and her assistant support children's personal, social and emotional development well. They take children to local groups and indoor play areas. Children take part in a range of creative activities and engage in imaginative play with new friends.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are learning skills they will need for their future education. They are confident communicators who enjoy talking about their experiences. Children openly express their feelings as they explain how they enjoyed going to their first football match with family members. They have many opportunities to practise their early mark-making skills and learn about colour and shape. Children are confident to lead their own play and follow their own ideas. They pretend to cook eggs in a pan and heat food in a toy microwave. Children enjoy copying the actions of adults and recreate experiences that are familiar to them.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY399732 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 1058398 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 10 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 13

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 15 April 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2009 and lives in Edenthorpe, Doncaster. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She works with an assistant. The childminder provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children.

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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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