Childminder 317809

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 July 2017 9 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

 The childminder effectively meets children's care and learning needs. She is responsive to children, interacts with them well and extends their learning.  The childminder manages children's behaviour successfully. She has a calm, fair approach and offers clear explanations to children about why certain behaviour is not acceptable.  The childminder develops strong, caring relationships with the children. She values children as individuals and takes time to get to know their likes and dislikes, routines and interests. Children settle well.  The childminder builds relationships with other settings that children attend to share information about their progress and to achieve continuity in their learning.  The childminder provides children with a good range of experiences to help keep them active. For example, they thoroughly enjoy exploring the garden, going to the local woodland and wildlife parks.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not gather enough information from parents about what children can already do when they first start to help inform planning of activities and experiences from the outset.  The childminder does not meticulously focus self-evaluation and her professional development on raising teaching skills to the highest possible level.

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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

 gather more detailed information from parents about children's capabilities on entry to the setting  enhance self-evaluation and professional development opportunities and focus more sharply on developing teaching skills even further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector assessed the quality of teaching indoors and outdoors 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 a number of documents and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection and took account of written feedback from parents.  The inspector ensured that the areas of the household used for childminding purposes are suitable and safe for children.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder regularly updates her knowledge and understanding of keeping children safe through ongoing training. She understands the signs that may indicate a child is at risk and is fully aware of her responsibilities to report any concerns. The childminder has appropriate medication and accident procedures in place that help to promote children's safety and welfare effectively. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder completes accurate assessments of children's progress. She identifies children requiring additional support, for example, by keeping a close eye on their progress. Parents comment positively about the childminder. Overall, they receive information, such as daily verbal and written feedback. The childminder encourages them to comment about their children's progress.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses observations and assessments to help her monitor children's development. The information is used well to plan activities which build on what children can do. Children are happy and settled. They are able to access a good range of resources independently and enjoy following their own interests in play. The childminder helps support their early literacy skills successfully, for example, by reading children's favourite stories. Children explore with crayons, paints and play dough. They enjoy board games and puzzles which challenge their small-muscle skills. For example, the vibrating fish game.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children play in a warm and welcoming environment where they develop a close relationship with the childminder who effectively supports their emotional well-being. The childminder helps children to learn how to interact with others, developing their confidence and having a positive impact on making future friendships. She teaches children about different cultures and festivals around the world, helping them to respect and tolerate differences. The childminder liaises effectively with parents to ensure that children's dietary needs are well met. Children have lots of opportunities to practise their physical skills. They explore different climbing equipment when they visit indoor play areas.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in all areas of their learning. They concentrate well on tasks and are confident communicators. They learn useful skills to support their future learning. They benefit from the positive interactions, encouragement and support that they receive from the childminder. Children develop good independence skills. They learn to take care of their own personal hygiene. They also learn how to behave in safe ways. For example, they talk about road safety on the way to school and on outings. Children are motivated and eager to learn the new skills they need for the next stage in their learning and for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 317809 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 1090860 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 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 9 March 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1992 and lives in Doncaster. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, 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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