Childminder in Doncaster

Inspection date 29 January 2019 Previous inspection date 10 June 2015

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Good 2 Effectiveness of leadership and management Outstanding 1 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1 Outcomes for children Outstanding 1

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This provision is outstanding

n The childminder uses her expert knowledge to plan according to each child's individual developmental needs. Activities are closely linked to children's known interests. The childminder covers all areas of learning extremely well when planning activities. This has a superb impact on children's progress. n The childminder encourages children's independence at every opportunity. Children wash their hands at appropriate times throughout the day, learn to put on their own shoes and coats for outdoor play and chop their own fruit for snack. n The highly effective partnerships with other providers help the childminder to support children's learning and development exceptionally well. She exchanges an excellent amount of information, to further support children's continuity of care. n The childminder values children's achievements and consistently praises them. This promotes their excellent behaviour and helps to raise their self esteem and confidence

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This provision is outstanding

significantly. n Partnerships with parents are exemplary. The childminder works very closely with parents to establish children's starting points to plan exciting activities that interest them from the outset. She very successfully continues to involve them in children's ongoing learning and provides a highly cohesive approach to their development. n Children have excellent opportunities to socialise with other children. They attend community groups, visit the local library and attend 'rhyme time' sessions. This helps to prepare children extremely well for school.

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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 refine the process for evaluating and planning for the outdoor learning environment to further enhance the already very good opportunities for children to learn outdoors.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector viewed areas of the childminder's home used for childminding. She spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector observed play and learning opportunities for the children. n The inspector looked at policies, children's development records and a range of other documentation, including evidence of qualifications and suitability of household members. n The inspector and childminder undertook a joint observation of an activity. n The inspector discussed self-evaluation and how the views of parents and children are included to drive improvement. She took into account the written views of parents.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is outstanding

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder confidently explains what action she would take if she has a concern about children's welfare. She is committed to ongoing personal and professional development and has an astute and targeted programme of training which aids her continual improvement. For example, the childminder has updated her knowledge to help identify children who may be at risk of harm from extreme behaviours or views. The childminder regularly evaluates her own practice to provide the highest possible care. This helps her to very effectively identify areas to further enhance her already outstanding practice. For example, the childminder has clear plans to enhance children's outdoor play and learning experiences. Parents are highly complimentary about the quality of care and support their children receive.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

Teaching is consistently of a very high standard. The childminder provides innovative learning opportunities that captivate children's interests. Children thoroughly enjoy choosing items from a basket created by the childminder to encourage their participation in a singing activity. For example, the childminder sings 'Twinkle Twinkle' when young children choose a star. Language skills are expertly promoted, for instance through the excellent use of sign language. The childminder interacts extremely positively with children. She expertly questions children to support them to think creatively. Children develop excellent early literacy skills, such as writing their names with chalk in the outdoor play area. They delight in listening to stories and contribute their thoughts. Tracking of children's progress is rigorous and targeted. Any gaps in children's development are identified swiftly and interventions are developed and put in place.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder plans a highly stimulating, varied and imaginative environment, superbly tailored to support the needs of children. Children form excellent relationships with the childminder. This helps to support children's emotional well-being significantly. The childminder fully promotes healthy lifestyles. Children choose from a range of healthy foods for their snack and are offered a variety of balanced and nutritious meals. Children develop excellent physical skills during their day. They move confidently in the outdoor area and visit local amenities, such as parks. Children gain an excellent knowledge and understanding of diversity through a wide range of activities, discussions and resources.

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Outcomes for children are outstanding

Children are exceptionally well prepared for school and make rapid progress from their starting points. They flourish and develop high levels of confidence and motivation. Children show their excitement and are eager to make creative pictures. They confidently apply mathematical concepts and increase their awareness of shape, colour, number and size during their play. Children are curious and imaginative learners who eagerly participate in activities that challenge them superbly.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY454843 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 10070245 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 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 10 June 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Moorends on the outskirts of Doncaster. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Thursday and from 7.30am to 4.30pm on a Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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