Childminder in East Riding of Yorkshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 April 2017 26 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 are motivated and eager to engage with activities. There is a warm, welcoming and stimulating learning environment provided. This helps children to be interested and enthusiastic in their play. This inspires their curiosity and imaginations.  Children settle well and build secure attachments with the childminder. She is a good role model and encourages children to share and take turns. This inspires children to be kind to their friends and caring towards the childminder. Children's behaviour is good.  The childminder shows enthusiasm and is keen to develop her service further. She attends training regularly to keep her knowledge and skills up to date. She reflects upon her practice and identifies areas for improvement, such as the outdoor area.  Children are happy and confident with the nurturing childminder. They respond positively to her friendly, calm and consistent approach. She knows children well and

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This provision is good

makes every effort to build on their individual needs. Children make good progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder misses opportunities for younger children to hear and copy single words, in order to promote the correct pronunciation of words, develop their speech and build up their vocabulary further.  The childminder does not regularly gather information from parents about their children's achievements, interests and learning at home to complement her teaching and plan even more precisely for the next steps in children's 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

 enhance the teaching methods used to build on children's communication and language skills, in order to help the youngest children to develop their speech, say words correctly and build up their vocabulary further  enhance strategies to help parents regularly share what they know their children can do at home to contribute to the assessment of what children can do and use it to build on their learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder's interaction with the children and spoke to the childminder and children throughout the inspection.  The inspector had a tour of the areas used for childminding. She also discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and took account of the views of parents through discussion and their written feedback.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and training certificates, evidence of the childminder's suitability and the suitability of all people living on the premises.  The inspector looked at a selection of risk assessments and policy documents, including the safeguarding policy and procedures.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder. She also looked at the childminder's planning documentation, children's learning and development files and assessment records.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has completed safeguarding training. She attends regular local safeguarding and inclusion meetings. She understands the local safeguarding procedures to follow if she has any concerns regarding a child's welfare. The childminder completes risk assessments for her home and outings. She supervises children well and minimises possible risks to them. The childminder has a good range of policies and procedures. She shares these with parents to help inform them of her safety and welfare measures. This helps to keep children safe at all times.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children explore the childminder's home with confidence. The childminder understands how young children learn and develop. Overall, she uses her teaching skills well to support children's development. She demonstrates how toys work and adds a consistent narrative alongside this play. This inspires children to be interested in play and learning. They copy and practise the actions eagerly and show delight when they succeed. Children enjoy playing with a wide range of materials. They investigate dough and sand, relishing the sensory experiences, and explore with curiosity and excitement. Children's literacy and numeracy skills are encouraged. For example, the childminder explains how to make marks on chalkboards and counts alongside children's actions.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder gathers information from parents about children on entry. She uses this information well to help children settle easily into her care. Overall, this promotes a positive partnership with parents. The childminder encourages children to lead a healthy lifestyle. They enjoy daily fresh air and outings to support their physical development. Children use a range of tools and equipment with increasing control and coordination. The childminder remains close to children, offering support when needed. She helps them to manage their own risk. For example, she carefully reminds children how to hold on while coming down steps. This promotes their confidence and independence skills.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress. They are becoming successful learners and confident individuals. Children show a willingness to try and enjoy the activities provided. They persevere and concentrate as they carefully select and match shapes. This supports their mathematical understanding well. Children are active in their play and seek out others to share their experiences. They form secure attachments with the childminder, which promotes their well-being and independence. Children behave well. They listen, follow instructions and are thoughtful to others. Children are acquiring the key skills required for their next stage in learning and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 314535 Local authority East Riding of Yorkshire Inspection number 1090798 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 26 March 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1994. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, 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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