Childminder EY495519

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 September 2017 18 October 2016

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 worked hard and successfully addressed the weaknesses raised for improvement at her last inspection. For example, she has established partnership working with other settings children attend to share information about their progress.  The childminder provides a warm, welcoming environment where children settle quickly and are happy to play. Children access a wide range of high-quality resources that is appropriate for their ages and stages of development.  Partnerships with parents are very effective. The childminder exchanges information with them regularly. She encourages them to contribute to their children's learning and development at home. Parents enjoy the weekly activity bags which support continuity in their children's learning.  Young children demonstrate that they have a close attachment to the childminder. They regularly show affection and give the childminder cuddles.

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This provision is good

 Children are progressing well in their learning. The childminder monitors their progress effectively and uses assessment information well to identify any emerging gaps in their progress and to prioritise next steps in their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet fully considered the range of opportunities she provides for children who prefer to learn outdoors.  The childminder has not yet established a focussed programme of professional development to continue improving the quality of her teaching to the highest 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

 build on the range of learning experiences and opportunities for those children who prefer to learn outdoors  focus more precisely on building a targeted programme of professional development, to increase knowledge and skills, that helps raise the quality of teaching and practice even further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children during activities inside and outdoors. She assessed the impact these have on children's learning.  The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector took into account the written views of parents.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and spoke to children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and looked at relevant documentation, including planning and children's learning records.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding and keeps her knowledge up to date through training. She is clear about the procedures she must follow if she has any child protection concerns. Her comprehensive policies and procedures are reviewed regularly. They support her daily practice in keeping children safe and ensure the smooth running of the setting. The childminder reviews and analyses the quality of her provision to ensure it meets the children's needs well. She takes account of the views of parents and children as part of this process. Parents are extremely happy with the care and learning opportunities provided for their children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of children's development. She regularly observes children to identity their individual interests and what they need to learn next. The childminder skilfully plays alongside during children's activities. Learning is fun and children are excited to join in with activities led by the childminder and those that they choose for themselves. They show sustained concentration and interest in posting wooden spatulas into a homemade post box. The childminder fosters children's communication and language skills well. For example, she speaks clearly so that younger children can repeat the words she says and provides a running commentary about what children are doing, to help develop their speaking skills. Children's social skills are quickly promoted. They regularly attend local groups in the area and particularly enjoy sing and rhyme time at the local library.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder encourages effective information sharing with parents from the start. She establishes children's routines, care needs and interests and uses this information to get to know children well. Children settle in well and thoroughly enjoy their time at the childminder's. The childminder's setting is well organised and offers a wide range of appropriate resources and toys for children to choose from. This helps develop their independence. The childminder offers consistent praise and encouragement and promotes positive behaviour. This helps to develop children's self-esteem. The childminder promotes healthy lifestyles well. Children benefit from fresh air and exercise as they play outdoors and visit local parks and other places of interest.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress across all areas of learning. They are active and curious in their play and exploration. Children enjoy making choices throughout the day and follow their own ideas. They have plenty of opportunities to experiment and discover and are persistent as they keep on trying. They develop early mathematical skills, such as counting and an understanding of shape. Children learn to recognise their own needs, such as when they are thirsty or tired. They are developing the skills required for the next stage of their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY495519 Local authority Rotherham Inspection number 1107959 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 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 18 October 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in the Thurcroft area of Rotherham. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm on 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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