Childminder in Sheffield

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 January 2017 14 November 2013

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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 his roles and responsibilities with regard to safeguarding children's welfare. He is able to recognise the possible signs that a child may be at risk from harm.  The quality of teaching is good. The childminder has a secure understanding of children's abilities, interests and the next steps in their learning. Children are active learners and are making good progress in relation to their starting points.  Children behave well. They are given clear guidance about the childminder's expectations for behaviour. He is a good role model. He teaches children to share, take turns and to have good manners.  The childminder skilfully supports and encourages children's independence in activities and care routines. Children feel proud to achieve things by themselves.  The childminder has developed strong, trusting relationships with children. This helps them to feel safe and secure in his care and supports their personal, social and

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always provide sufficient opportunities for children to use their senses to explore different textures and materials.  The childminder does not consistently give children opportunities to find ways to solve problems themselves.

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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

 increase opportunities for young children to explore and investigate using their senses  give children more opportunities to solve problems for themselves.

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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

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a clear understanding of the possible indicators of abuse. He understands the procedures to follow should he have concerns about the welfare of a child in his care. The childminder has detailed policies and procedures in place to help keep children safe from harm. He effectively uses risk assessments to identify and minimise potential hazards in his home, garden and while on outings. Children learn how to keep themselves safe. Parents comment that they are very happy with the care children receive. The childminder has a reflective approach and is keen to continue to develop the service he provides. He attends training, such as paediatric first aid to keep his knowledge up to date.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children are happy, settled and eager to become involved in the activities provided. They use their imagination during their play, such as while building with bricks and blocks. Children are confident within the daily routine and negotiate their way around their environment. The childminder has a wealth of experience in teaching and caring for children for a number of years. He knows the children very well. This helps him to plan enjoyable experiences for all children. The childminder plays alongside children and encourages them to develop their play as they learn to share and take turns.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children demonstrate that they are happy and contented. They are well behaved. The childminder encourages children to eat healthy food and they follow good hygiene routines. He successfully promotes children's emotional well-being by meeting their care and welfare needs. Children confidently make choices about their play, supporting their independence. The childminder offers consistent praise and encouragement to children, helping to support their confidence and self-esteem. The childminder is a good role model, demonstrating good manners, and helping children to learn social skills. They play well together and show care and concern for each other's feelings. This helps equip them well for their future learning. Children have regular opportunities to be active and engage in physical play on trips to the local parks. They enjoy outings and visits in the local community. This helps to raise children's awareness of the world around them.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are making good progress in their learning and are working comfortably within the range of development typical for their age. They enjoy lots of visits to local playgroups. This introduces children to a wider circle of friends and helps to extend their social skills. Regular outings to places of interest help them learn about the wider world. Children are well prepared for the next stage of learning, including the move on to nursery and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 501517 Local authority Sheffield Inspection number 1064174 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 10

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 14 November 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1995 and lives in Millhouses, Sheffield. He operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, 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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