Childminder in North Yorkshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 January 2017 3 December 2012

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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 a good understanding of how young children learn. She regularly observes children during play and uses their interests to plan a variety of challenging experiences.  The childminder is a good role model. She offers praise and encouragement, which helps to raise children's self-esteem.  The childminder teaches children about healthy lifestyles. For instance, they enjoy regular outings and opportunities to play in the fresh air. In addition, children are offered a good variety of healthy meals and snacks.  The childminder successfully implements a range of policies and procedures. She creates a safe, secure and inviting environment. This contributes towards children being well protected from harm.  Children are excited and motivated learners. The good level of care and concern shown by the childminder supports children's love of learning through play effectively.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not considered further ways to enhance her programme of continuous professional development.  Older children are not always given enough opportunities to develop their independence.

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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

 make the most of professional development opportunities that strengthen the quality of the provision and teaching even further  enhance opportunities for children to further support their growing independence.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed areas of provision used for childminding.  The inspector spoke to the childminder, co-childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector discussed self-evaluation and how the views of parents and children are included to drive improvement.  The inspector looked at policies, children's personal profiles and a range of other documents, including evidence of qualifications and the suitability of household members.  The inspector and childminder undertook a joint observation of an activity.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke to a parent during the inspection and took account of the written views of parents.

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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 signs and symptoms of abuse. She is confident in her knowledge of reporting any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder fully understands her responsibility to keep children safe at all times. This includes when to notify Ofsted of any significant changes. The childminder maintains required documents to ensure the effective management of her provision; this demonstrates the high standards to which she works. The childminder uses self-evaluation to identify and address weaknesses in her practice. The views of parents are valued as part of this process to ensure that improvements reflect their needs and the needs of their children. Positive relationships with local schools help to promote good communication, and consistency of care and learning for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder holds a childcare qualification and her teaching is good. She plays alongside children, allowing them to lead play while skilfully questioning and modelling appropriate language. The childminder extends children's literacy skills well. For example, children listen to stories and discuss pictures in books. The childminder encourages older children to count, and discuss size and measure. This helps to support children's understanding of mathematical skills concepts. Children show high levels of concentration throughout their activities as they are actively engaged and motivated in their play. The childminder completes regular assessments of children's ongoing development. She monitors children's progress well and ensures that any gaps in their learning close. Parents are fully included in their children's learning and are regularly informed about the progress they make. Parents comment positively on the care their children receive.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder's home is welcoming and well resourced. Children are confident to explore their surroundings. The childminder and her co-childminder have built up close relationships with children and their families. When children first start, the childminder uses flexible settling-in periods and gathers a wealth of information about children. The information is used to provide care based on individual needs and requirements. This helps children to settle quickly and feel emotionally secure. Children learn to combine exercise into their daily routines. For example, the childminder takes them to parks to promote their physical well-being as well as to develop their awareness of the local community.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children enjoy their involvement in activities, such as singing familiar songs and role playing. Children have good opportunities to develop their social skills. For example, when visiting local playgroups; they learn to mix and make friends with other children. Children make good progress and work comfortably within the range of development typical for their age. They are capable communicators who confidently share their ideas and learn to be kind. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning and are progressing well.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY312852 Local authority North Yorkshire Inspection number 1059712 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 3 December 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2005 and lives in Long Marston, York. The childminder works with a co-childminder. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Saturday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 2.

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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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