Childminder in North Yorkshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 April 2017 3 March 2015

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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 thoroughly enjoy their time with the childminder. They are confident in her care and make choices as they play. They know she is close by to support them and this gives them confidence to play and explore.  The childminder has a good attitude to training. She strives to develop her professional skills and provide a good service to children and their families.  The childminder consistently delivers good quality teaching. She provides a variety of exciting and challenging activities for children, which excites and motivates them to learn. She listens to their wishes and ensures toys and resources reflect their interests.  The childminder knows each child and their family well. She liaises with parents daily to ensure she meets children's welfare needs and follows their routines with precision.  Children's communication and language skills are promoted well. The childminder talks to children about things that interest them and she listens with interest to their

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This provision is good

answers. The childminder uses skilful questioning to promote children's thinking skills.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully reflect on her quality of teaching to raise it to the highest standard.  Relationships with other settings children attend are not fully embedded to share and complement their learning further.

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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

 enhance ways to reflect on practice and provision to drive the quality of teaching to the highest level  strengthen relationships with other settings that children attend to complement their learning even further.

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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 had a tour of the setting.  The inspector spoke with the childminder, children and parents during the inspection and took account of their views.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of adults living in the setting.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder knows how to recognise the different signs and symptoms of abuse. She knows where to refer any safeguarding concerns and regularly updates her knowledge by attending safeguarding training courses. The childminder has policies and procedures that underpin her knowledge and she has important telephone numbers to call if she is worried a child is at risk from harm. The childminder risk assesses her premises daily to ensure children are able to move around freely and safely. She keeps her setting safe and secure. The childminder actively works with other professionals to share best practice and discuss new legislation. She changes her procedures to reflect this. The childminder knows her strengths and areas for development. She is committed to developing her service.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children immediately find activities and resources to play with when they arrive. They are confident in asking for their favourite toys and invite the childminder to play. The childminder is a good role model. For example, she shows children how to make Easter decorations before encouraging them to make their own creations. She actively encourages children to express their own ideas and gives them time to complete tasks. The childminder understands how children learn and develop. She monitors their progress regularly and shares assessments with parents. Every child is individually planned for and the childminder knows the next steps in their learning. She plans activities children enjoy and gives them choices in their play. All children are progressing well.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are very settled and happy in the childminder's care. They behave very well and know the daily routine. The childminder reminds children of the rules and boundaries and uses praise to build their self-esteem. Children are kind and caring. They talk about their friends and are developing positive social skills. The childminder takes children to playgroups and the library each week. This helps children to meet others and make friends. The childminder promotes healthy practices. She encourages children to try new foods and helps them to understand the importance of hand washing. She knows their dietary needs and works with parents to meet each child's individual needs. Children are taken on daily walks and access the garden and park to exercise. They use large apparatus to practise their balancing and climbing, developing their physical skills well.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are making expected progress in their learning and development. The childminder promptly closes any emerging gaps in children's learning. Children are supported to be ready for school. They are developing skills for their future learning, such as listening and following instructions. Furthermore, children are becoming independent and make their own decisions. They are active learners, who enjoy exploring.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 400602 Local authority North Yorkshire Inspection number 1090991 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 3 March 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1996 and lives in Ripon. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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