Childminder EY294488

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 May 2018 4 July 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 completes frequent observations and assessments of children's learning. She uses these to plan effectively to help narrow any gaps and enhance their development. Children make good progress.  Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder keeps them regularly informed about children's routines and experiences. She has daily discussions with parents, as well as regularly sharing reports on their progress which include suggestions for further activities. This supports parents to continue children's learning at home.  The childminder provides a wealth of opportunities for children to enjoy fresh air and physical play. Children explore local places of interest. They have fun walking in the nearby woods. This helps children to find out about the world around them.  The childminder establishes warm, supportive relationships with children. This helps to nurture their emotional security and builds their self-confidence. Young children cuddle

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This provision is good

into her arms, which demonstrates that they feel safe. They are happy and show a sense of belonging. Children behave well.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not clearly identify ways to improve her teaching skills and her knowledge to the highest levels.  The childminder does not effectively support young children to develop their growing vocabulary. She does not always recognise when young children are ready to progress beyond on baby talk.

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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

 focus the programme of ongoing professional development more sharply to help to raise knowledge and teaching skills to the highest possible level  enhance opportunities for young children to enhance their growing vocabulary even further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the impact of this on outcomes for children.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children, at appropriate times, throughout the inspection.  The inspector completed an evaluated activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at documentation, including evidence of the suitability of adults living on the premises.  The inspector took into account the views of parents, spoken to on the day and in written feedback.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of how to recognise any signs of abuse. She knows the correct procedures to follow, should she identify any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder uses risk assessments effectively to help to minimise potential hazards for children. This supports a safe environment for children's play. Comments from parents are positive regarding the quality of the care that children receive. The childminder takes into account the views of parents and children, when reflecting on her provision and deciding on changes. She meets often with other childminders to share ideas and good practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows children's needs and interests well and plans activities that she knows they will enjoy. She provides an ongoing commentary during children's play and introduces new words. The childminder encourages children to name illustrations in books and on wooden cubes. This contributes to supporting the good language development of young children. The childminder cuddles children as she shares with them their favourite books and familiar rhymes. This helps to promote their early literacy skills. The childminder demonstrates actions for children to copy and encourages them to 'have a go'. For example, she provides praise to support young children's self-esteem, as they build tall towers with interlocking blocks.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder models good manners for young children well. She encourages positive behaviour effectively. For example, the childminder reminds children what is expected of them and celebrates their achievements enthusiastically. She uses a range of approaches to help to promote young children's understanding of how to keep themselves safe. This includes supporting them to take appropriate risks in their play, during visits to the park. The childminder responds sensitively to young children's behaviour. For example, she recognises when they are tired and quickly settles them to sleep. The childminder provides nutritious snacks and healthy meals.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are developing skills that will help them in their future learning, including the eventual move on to nursery and school. Young children are active learners and enjoy a wide range of activities. They practise their early mathematical skills, including counting with the childminder during routine activities. Children have many opportunities to develop their social skills at local playgroups. They form firm friendships and learn to share and take turns.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY294488 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 1104256 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2004. She operates all year round, from 8am 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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