Childminder in Doncaster

Inspection date 14 January 2019 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 Children benefit from the homely and welcoming learning environment the well- qualified childminder provides. They settle quickly and demonstrate through their behaviour that they feel safe, reassured and secure in the childminder's care. n All children make good progress in relation to their starting points. They are confident, energetic and self-assured learners. n The childminder demonstrates the characteristics of good-quality teaching overall. She uses effective questioning as one strategy to promote children's thinking skills. She provides gentle guidance and is enthusiastic in her manner. Children respond well as a result of her skilful approach and they are motivated to learn. n The childminder uses a detailed system that effectively monitors children's progress. She observes and assesses children's skills and abilities and uses this information to identify and minimise any small gaps in their learning.

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This provision is good

n The childminder works well, overall, in partnership with others who share children's care and learning. However, she does not consistently gather detailed information from parents and other relevant early years settings. As a result, a small number of initial assessments are lacking in detail. n The childminder thinks about the service she provides and identifies priorities for improvement. She demonstrates her commitment to raising the overall quality and standards of the setting. However, she does not provide parents with opportunities to regularly share their views and opinions of her service.

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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 further extend partnerships with parents and links with other early years settings that children attend, so that all those involved in children's learning consistently contribute to initial learning and development assessments n provide all parents with more opportunities to share their general views and opinions of the setting and consider their feedback when evaluating the service and making plans for improvement.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector looked at all areas of the premises that are used for childminding, including the garden and outdoor classroom. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector took account of the views expressed by parents both verbally and in written feedback supplied specifically for the purposes of inspection. She also spoke to children and considered what it is like for them to attend the setting. n The inspector discussed self-evaluation, risk assessments and the childminder's policies and procedures. She checked evidence of the suitability of all adults living on the premises and training certificates. n The inspector observed an adult-led activity and evaluated the quality of the childminder's teaching.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows what to do in the event that she has concerns for a child's welfare. She identifies and minimises potential risks to children's safety through daily risk assessments. The childminder completes all mandatory training which means that children benefit from her up-to-date knowledge and skills. She has completed specific training that has enhanced her understanding of how children learn through play. She uses her expert knowledge to help her plan meaningful and interesting activities that challenge and motivate children. Parents comment on the day of the inspection that they greatly value the childminder.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder's expertise helps children to build on their existing knowledge and skills. The childminder encourages children to express themselves through creative crafts. Older children have fun as they make marks on paper with coloured pens. They practise and refine the skills they need to confidently use scissors. The childminder promotes children's mathematical awareness in a variety of ways. They count how many pieces of paper they have to stick on a collage. All ages of children sing along quietly to their favourite nursery rhymes and songs. The childminder encourages them to talk about their families and interests, which contributes to their growing vocabulary. Children hold discussions, using a microphone attached to a musical keyboard. The childminder supports children's enthusiastic imaginary play and gives them space and time to experiment independently. They confidently play with their favourite resources, such as

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

using brightly coloured ice-cream cones during role play.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder gives children regular opportunities to practise their physical skills. For example, they visit the local park and construct pieces of art from twigs and branches they collect. Children's self-esteem and emotional well-being is promoted well. The childminder is a positive role model and nurturing in her manner. She praises and values children's contributions and they behave well as a result of positive interactions with her. Very young children demonstrate empathy and developing social skills when they share resources and take turns with toddlers. The childminder encourages children to learn to use the toilet and feed themselves unaided. She provides a range of nutritious foods and snacks for children to eat, such as fruit and vegetables.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are well prepared for the next stages in their learning. They learn to concentrate and follow instructions. Children demonstrate affection and make friends easily. They develop the skills they will need for future independence. For example, they make choices about what resources they would like to play with and express their own opinions. Children are happy, have immense fun and clearly enjoy their time spent with the childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY538851 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 10080006 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016. She works Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 6pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3 and provides free early education for three-year-old children.

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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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Registers

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