Childminder in Doncaster

Inspection date 4 December 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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This provision is good

n The childminder is qualified and experienced. She continues to develop and improve her knowledge to benefit children. For example, recent training has helped the childminder to enhance ways for children to explore using their senses. n The childminder meets regularly with other childminders to share professional knowledge and practice ideas. She values the views of parents and welcomes news about their children's learning at home. The childminder has effective arrangements for sharing information that helps to raise outcomes for children. n The childminder fosters children's early language development particularly well. She repeats what children say in the correct way and models how to build a sentence. For example, when toddlers say 'nana', the childminder says, 'yellow banana'. n Toddlers successfully stack cups on top of each other and laugh as they knock them over. They develop an early awareness of shapes, space and measurements and have

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This provision is good

opportunities to explore and observe objects. n Children visit the local woods, walk to and from school and test their physical skills on play equipment at the local park. The childminder provides good opportunities for children to enjoy daily exercise and lead a healthy lifestyle. n The childminder takes children to local groups where they can mix with other adults and children. She supports their personal and emotional development well and prepares them for the wider social network of school. n The childminder is very calm and caring. She knows children well and responds to their individual needs in a warm and nurturing way. The childminder recognises when children are ready for rest and sleep. She supports their emotional well-being very effectively. n At times, the childminder does not use what she knows about children's individual learning styles to plan as precisely as possible to challenge their learning further.

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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

n strengthen the planning of activities to focus more precisely on the individual learning styles of children to help them make the best possible progress in all areas of learning.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder is qualified and passionate about her role. She uses self-reflection to help her to continually enhance her practice and knowledge. For example, the childminder plans to attend a course about using signs and actions to support spoken language. She considers ways to enhance children's language skills further. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder completes relevant child protection training. She has a good knowledge of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. The childminder knows what to do in the event of an allegation against her or other household members. She understands her responsibility to protect children who may be at risk from harmful situations. The childminder knows the local referral procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child in her care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children make good progress from their starting points. The childminder provides play that supports children's next steps in learning and their interests. For example, she places children's favourite toys in the sand tray to encourage their engagement with sensory exploration. Toddlers enjoy feeling damp sand with their hands and feet. The childminder shows children different ways to make marks and how to roll the sand into a ball. She uses very clear speech to explain her actions. Toddlers say, 'Oh no' as the sand goes onto the childminder's trousers and the floor. They show how they are beginning to put two words together. The childminder uses every opportunity to promote children's learning. For example, during care routines, she encourages toddlers to find their eyes, ears and toes. The childminder sings to children as they play and encourages them to copy her actions. She promotes children's self-awareness and speaking skills well.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supports children's good health and hygiene practices from a young age. She wipes toddler's hands after nappy changes and provides nutritious meals and snacks that include fresh fruit and vegetables. The childminder encourages toddlers to help her to peel a banana. Toddlers grasp finger foods and independently bring them to their mouth. The childminder praises children's efforts and encourages them to do things for themselves. Children are confident and behave well. The childminder teaches children about different lifestyles and cultures. One of the ways she does this is by celebrating festivals, such as Diwali and Chinese New Year. Children develop positive attitudes towards others.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children show an interest in books. They turn the pages, point to pictures and call out the name of the animal they see, such as 'dog'. Children show their early literacy development. They demonstrate their concentration skills and early hand-to-eye coordination skills. Children use small spoons and other tools to scoop sand and move it from the sand tray to another container. They make marks with paintbrushes and small toy cars in the sand. Children demonstrate their physical skills to use different strokes and movements. They develop key skills that help to prepare them for the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY538283 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 10079254 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Barnby Dun, Doncaster. She operates all year round from 7.30am 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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Registers

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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