Childminder EY217712

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 November 2017 27 June 2014

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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 is passionate about providing high-quality care and education for children. She creates strong bonds with all children in her care and thoroughly enjoys their company, helping them to learn and develop while they are with her.  The childminder promotes children's individuality. She knows them very well and how they like to learn. She provides a wide range of activities which children thoroughly enjoy participating in.  Children behave very well and the childminder is an excellent role model. She reminds them of the rules and boundaries and supports them to develop good manners.  Children have high levels of self-esteem and confidence. The childminder promotes their independence and allows children to do things for themselves.  The childminder successfully shares children's learning with other settings they attend. For example, she regularly liaises with other providers and visits settings. She actively

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This provision is good

shares children's progress to provide continuity of care and learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although the childminder evaluates her setting, she does not always fully involve parents in the process.  The childminder does not gather detailed information from parents about what children can already do and what they know when they first start.

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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

 refine the system for self-evaluation and involve parents in precisely identifying and setting challenging targets for further improvement  gather more comprehensive information from parents about children's achievements and skills on entry.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector had a tour of the setting.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children during the inspection, read letters and cards provided by parents and took account of their views.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including policies, procedures, accident records and children's learning and development information.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder regularly updates her knowledge of safeguarding issues and keeps abreast of any new legislation. She has a clear safeguarding policy which underpins her knowledge and she knows how and where to refer any concerns she may have about children's welfare. The childminder ensures the premises are safe and secure for children to play in. For example, she checks the garden gates and equipment before allowing children to play outside in the garden. The childminder seeks training opportunities and has recently updated her first aid training, ensuring she is aware of how to manage any accidents and illnesses children may have. In addition, the childminder subscribes to a range of publications which she reads and researches, deepening her knowledge of current childcare issues.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is qualified and uses her understanding of how children learn and develop well. She plans challenging and enjoyable activities for all children. The childminder observes children as they play and plans precisely for their next steps in learning. She regularly shares children's achievements with parents, including the progress they are making. Children develop good communication and language skills. The childminder talks to them as they play and asks them questions to promote a two-way flow of conversation. The childminder uses a range of activities to promote children's imaginations. For instance, children create collages with a range of materials and talk about their creations.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are secure and happy in the childminder's care. They enjoy being with her and invite her into their play. The childminder praises children's positive behaviour and promotes their emotional well-being. She ensures children feel happy and she listens to their views. For example, when children wish to play outside she facilitates this. Every day the childminder takes children on walks or plans opportunities to exercise outside. Children enthuse about playing football in the garden and talk about their favourite players. They eat healthy snacks and meals, learning about leading healthy lifestyles. The childminder follows children's individual routines and fully understands their dietary and medical needs. The childminder effectively follows children's care routines, making them feel safe and secure in her care.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children have a good attitude to learning. They concentrate for long periods of time on tasks and engross themselves in learning opportunities. Children listen well and follow instructions. They develop independence skills, such as putting on their own shoes and managing their personal hygiene. Children are keen to talk about what is important to them and have a good range of vocabulary. They are confident talking to adults and have their own ideas. Children learn the skills needed for a smooth transition to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY217712 Local authority Sheffield Inspection number 1087164 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 27 June 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2002 and lives in Sheffield. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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