Childminder in East Riding of Yorkshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 February 2018 12 November 2012

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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 plans a good range of purposeful activities for children. She uses their individual next steps to enhance their learning and help them to make good progress.  Older children show readiness for starting school. The childminder encourages them to use numbers throughout their play and supports them to develop good language skills.  The childminder is a good role model for children. She helps them to share, take turns and be kind to each other. Children begin to show respect and consideration for each other and their behaviour is positive.  Parents leave very positive feedback about the childminder and partnerships with them are good. They are particularly pleased with how she uses the local playgroups and her farm to build on children's experiences and develop a love for outdoor learning.  The childminder has developed her professional relationships with other settings children attend, such as school. She works alongside teachers to promote continuity of

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This provision is good

learning for children and helps them to experience a positive start in school.  The childminder regularly reflects on the effectiveness of her setting. She gathers feedback from children, parents and the local authority to help drive improvements.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently provide high-quality opportunities for children to fully develop their awareness of the wider world, different cultures and different beliefs.  There are times when children do not consistently learn about the importance of good hygiene practices.

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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

 help children to learn about other cultures, festivals and ways of life to expand their existing knowledge of the world around them  provide children with clear messages about the importance of following good hygiene routines consistently.

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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 spoke with the childminder and children throughout the inspection.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the childminder's suitability to work with children. She discussed children's learning, assessment and planning with the childminder and her self-evaluation.  The inspector obtained written feedback from parents and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder regularly refreshes her skills and knowledge to work with children. For example, she attends cluster meetings with other professionals and regularly enhances her understanding of safeguarding children. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands how to recognise the signs that children may be at risk of harm and knows how to report her concerns. She teaches children how to keep themselves safe. For example, they know what to do in an emergency and learn about road safety. The childminder monitors the progress children make using her assessments of their learning. She identifies areas of slower progress and focuses her teaching to close potential gaps quickly. She knows how to access further support from other professionals if necessary.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is skilled at following young children's lead in their self-chosen play. She sensitively models new words to them during their imaginative play and provides further resources to extend their learning. The childminder challenges older children to develop early literacy skills and uses questions to build on their language. Older children show interest in exploring marks they make in gloop and experiment with words to describe the texture and appearance. The childminder gathers information from parents on what children already know upon entry and uses this alongside her own observations to create starting points. She encourages parents to be involved in their child's learning and shares regular reports of their progress with them.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a welcoming and safe environment for children. They access resources independently and make choices about their learning. Children have developed secure bonds with the childminder. They are happy, settled and confident in her care. The childminder speaks to parents daily and they share a home-link book to promote continuity of care for children. This has a positive impact on children's emotional well- being. The childminder encourages children to develop their physical skills in relation to their self-care and sensitively supports them during toilet training experiences. Children develop their independence and benefit from the praise they receive from the childminder. She provides regular opportunities for children to enjoy fresh air and have physical exercise. For example, children walk to school each day and regularly visit the farm.

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Outcomes for children are good

The majority of children are working in the stages typically expected for their age. They make good progress across all areas of their learning, particularly in their mathematical development. Children have high levels of self-esteem and are confident to communicate their needs and preferences. They show an understanding of behavioural expectations and take part in activities with enthusiasm and enjoyment.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY380361 Local authority East Riding of Yorkshire Inspection number 1059816 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 12 November 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Brandesburton, close to the town of Driffield. She operates during term time from 7.15am to 5.15pm, Monday to Wednesday, except for family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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