Childminder in Barnsley

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 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

 Children are cared for very well by the childminder who is kind and caring. All children are very settled in her care. They enjoy spending time with her and have made good friendships with other children. Children's emotional well-being is fostered well.  The childminder uses children's interests to motivate them to learn. She is always close by to support their play and she knows each child very well. The childminder plans a range of exciting activities which children joyfully participate in and they make good progress in their learning.  The childminder has very strong partnerships in place with other childminders. She cascades training that she has attended and works closely with them to share good practice and develop her service. The childminder is fully committed to continuous improvement.  Parents are highly complimentary of the childminder's service and the care she provides for children. The childminder gives parents a wealth of information about what their

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This provision is good

children are learning and the progress they are making. She communicates daily and shares ideas to complement their learning at home.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasion, the childminder does not provide enough opportunities for some children to engage effectively and concentrate well during challenging activities.  The childminder does not always plan precise next steps for children's learning to support them to make the best possible progress they are able to.

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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

 support children to engage more effectively and develop their levels of concentration further  devise more precise next steps in children's learning to support them to make even better progress in their development.

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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. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living 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

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is knowledgeable about the signs and symptoms of abuse. She knows who to contact with any concerns about children's health and well-being and knows the professionals who are available for advice and support. The childminder ensures she follows safe practices. Her setting is risk assessed constantly and any accidents children sustain are quickly analysed to ensure any risks are eradicated or minimised. The childminder is enthusiastic about attending training courses. She thoroughly enjoys learning and developing her professional knowledge. Recently the childminder has attended training on promoting good oral health for children. She has shared this with parents to support children in brushing their teeth regularly and developing good practices. She has a clear drive to continually improve her practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder consistently delivers good quality teaching. She ensures resources are accessible and encourages children to make choices. Children's interests are used to support their learning. For example, the childminder makes train tracks on the carpet out of tape. Children excitedly move trains over the tracks making noises and energetically discussing the names of individual trains. The childminder extends their learning by discussing different modes of transport, such as aeroplanes and children relate their play to rea -life experiences. The childminder knows children very well. She monitors their individual progress and works with parents to complement their learning at home. Regular assessments of children's learning are in place and the childminder completes a thorough progress check for children between the ages of two and three years. In addition, the childminder spends government funding effectively and all children are developing well.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are very well behaved and have created strong relationships with each other. They are confident and have high levels of self-esteem and share resources well. Children demonstrate that they feel safe and secure. The childminder follows their routines and gets to know families well. During settling-in visits the childminder visits children in their home environment and builds a trusting relationship with each family. Children are supported to develop healthy practices. They visit the local parks and go on daily walks, exercising and enjoying fresh air. In addition, the childminder supports their physical development by discussing healthy food and encouraging children to eat well.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are well prepared for their next stage of learning and school. All children demonstrate that they are confident communicators and are motivated to learn. They are developing independence as they manage their own hygiene needs. Children take on small responsibilities and care for the environment following instructions and tidying up with care. Children cooperate with each other, use good manners and have their own ideas.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY490049 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 1016238 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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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 2015 and lives in Leeds. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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