Hayes, Nicola

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 31 May 2018 23 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

 Children's emotional needs are fully considered by the childminder who is kind and caring. Children are confident in her care and demonstrate they feel safe and secure.  All children make good progress in their learning. They are prepared well for school and are motivated to learn.  The childminder is fully committed to developing her knowledge and skills further. She thoroughly enjoys attending training courses and has clear plans to continually develop herself professionally.  The childminder is a good role model. She knows when to involve herself in children's play and extends their learning naturally. Children invite the childminder to take part in activities and enjoy their time with her.  Children develop a good understanding of mathematical language. The childminder weaves new words into play and supports children to learn about shapes, measurements and numbers.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder currently gathers feedback from parents but does not fully include their views to make positive changes to her provision.  Children who prefer to learn outside are not provided with a wide variety of opportunities to maximise their learning.

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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 parents' views and take their feedback into account to enhance the provision further  improve the range of outdoor opportunities for children who prefer to learn outside.

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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 had a tour of the setting.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children during the inspection and took account of their views.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, such as risk assessments, children's development records, policies, procedures and the childminder's qualifications.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder is very aware of her role and responsibility to safeguard children. She conducts regular risk assessments of her setting and ensures areas are safe for children to play in. The childminder regularly updates her safeguarding knowledge and has a thorough understanding of the professionals to contact should she be worried about a child's welfare. Furthermore, she has comprehensive policies and procedures that underpin her good knowledge. Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is a reflective practitioner. She appraises her teaching skills well and knows how to monitor children's learning precisely. She works closely with other professionals to share children's next steps and progress, complementing their learning between settings.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is well qualified and uses her knowledge appropriately. She knows the different ways children learn and develop, and she values their individuality. The childminder uses imaginative play to teach children about healthy eating as they discuss pizza toppings and what grows in the nearby allotments. Children's artwork is truly valued by the childminder. She displays their creations on the walls and children delight in talking about their pictures and collages. The childminder uses a clear observation, planning and assessment systems. She knows children's stage of development and challenges them appropriately in their play. Assessments are shared with parents, and the childminder regularly communicates with them to inform them of what their child is learning. This complements their learning at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children behave impeccably well. The childminder skilfully teaches children right from wrong. She promotes tolerance, respect and kindness at all times. Children manage their feelings well and develop positive social skills. The childminder gets to know families and follows children's individual routines. She provides a good range of healthy and nutritious meals for children and introduces new tastes and textures to them. Children eat well and develop positive attitudes to following a healthy lifestyle. The childminder is always close by to children and offers them reassurance and comfort when needed. She promotes children's physical well-being effectively.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are happy and settled with the childminder. They develop skills to support their future learning and prepare them for school. Children have their own ideas and they are provided with time to think and use their creativity. Children concentrate very well at tasks and are persistent, seeing them through to completion. Children listen well and are confident communicators. They are keen to recall past events and share their learning with others.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY392092 Local authority Wakefield Inspection number 1102183 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 23 June 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, 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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