Childminder in North Yorkshire

Inspection date 29 January 2019 Previous inspection date 11 August 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

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

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This provision is good

n Children form exceedingly close and trusting relationships with the dedicated childminder. They receive excellent guidance and sensitive support from her. The childminder is extremely calm and caring and children relate exceptionally well to her. n Children are extremely happy and are highly confident. They are very motivated in their learning. The childminder works extremely closely with parents from the start to meet children's needs. She offers very flexible procedures to meet the needs of children and their families. n The childminder makes detailed observations of children's learning to successfully plan for what children need to learn next. She has efficient ways of monitoring children's development. Children make good progress in their learning and develop very useful skills for the next stage in their learning. n Children's behaviour is excellent. The childminder uses highly effective strategies to

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This provision is good

develop children's understanding of being thoughtful and caring to each other. They delight in the praise and encouragement they receive from the childminder for their achievements. n The childminder regularly reflects on her practice. She considers what works well and what changes to make. The views of parents and children are taken into account when the childminder plans improvements. The childminder reviews and evaluates the activities on offer. n Parents are positive about the care their children receive. The childminder forms strong relationships with parents. She values their views and shares regular information with parents about their children's learning and progress. n Children enjoy a variety of visits to local community groups where they meet with other childminders and their children. They enjoy socialising in larger groups and making new friendships. The childminder offers children regular time outdoors where they are

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This provision is good

physically active. Children learn very effectively about safety and managing reasonable risks. n The childminder has not recently targeted professional development opportunities to help develop her teaching to an even higher level.

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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 focus more precisely on how professional development opportunities can be used to raise the quality of the already good teaching to an outstanding level.

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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 reading the written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. Children's safety is of the utmost importance in the setting. The childminder has an extensive knowledge of the procedures to follow should she have concerns about the welfare of children. She keeps fully up to date with relevant information, such as local procedures, to ensure children are kept safe. The childminder has effective development plans in place. She intends to develop the outdoor area further to extend the opportunities children have to explore and investigate. Partnership working with other professionals and schools is good. The childminder regularly shares valuable information to support continuity in care and learning for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans exciting activities which interest and motivate children to learn. Children show high levels of concentration as they play. Young children imaginatively use creative and natural materials. Children engage very well in an activity to make play dough. The childminder makes sure that children have time to make their own discoveries. Young children develop their physical skills as they scoop flour from one container to another and make patterns. Older children explore the ingredients and discuss how they will combine and mix together. Children are helped to learn mathematical concepts, such as number, shape and space, when they play with favourite toys, such as construction blocks. Older children develop their coordination well. The childminder encourages them to thread beads on string. Children show good perseverance during activities. The childminder is skilled in her interactions with children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

As children play, the childminder emphasises key words and extends their vocabulary.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The environment is a highly stimulating and attractive environment which is very well organised and enhances children's play. Children access an excellent range of resources that promotes all aspects of their learning very successfully. The childminder very sensitively encourages children to value and respect each other. They talk about their families and experiences and learn more about other people's lives. Older children are extremely kind and caring towards the younger children. Children being happy and settled is of the utmost importance to the childminder. The childminder very naturally provides opportunities for children to learn about the similarities and differences between people, through discussions or their play. The childminder works with parents to encourage children to eat nutritious meals and snacks. Children's independence is promoted exceedingly well. The childminder encourages children to do things for

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Outcomes for children are good

Children communicate clearly and learn to be highly sociable and confident with other adults and children. Younger children sort and match natural materials and older children recognise and name numerals confidently. Children independently choose their own play and begin to manage their self-care needs. Very young children learn to wash their hands and feed themselves. Older children learn to share and take turns during their play. All children thrive in the setting.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY426823 Local authority North Yorkshire Inspection number 10071745 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 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 11 August 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Catterick Garrison. She operates all year round from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-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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