Childminder in East Riding of Yorkshire

Inspection date 3 June 2019 Previous inspection date 23 September 2014

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Met 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 qualified and experienced childminder knows how children learn and develop. She observes children closely to accurately assess their stage of development and plan for their future learning. Children make good progress. n The childminder places a strong focus on children's communication and language skills. She asks simple questions throughout activities, which builds children's confidence. Children enthusiastically talk about events and explain their ideas well. n Children develop very positive relationships with the childminder. They settle quickly and are happy and relaxed in her care. The childminder has a gentle and caring manner and is responsive to children's individual needs. n Children are eager to learn, listen well and concentrate for long periods of time. The childminder is a positive role model. She uses regular praise to motivate and encourage children to explore the activities on offer further.

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This provision is good

n The childminder shows dedication and commitment to providing high standards of care and learning for children. She continues with her professional development and reflects on her practice to drive improvements forward. n The childminder does not fully utilise opportunities for parents to share what they know about their children's learning at home. n The childminder does not consistently help children to develop a deeper understanding of health and safety practices within her home environment.

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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 ways to help parents to share what they know their child can do at home on an ongoing basis n support children to develop a deeper understanding of safety practices that help them to consider and manage some risks.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed the childminder interacting with the children and spoke to the childminder and children throughout the inspection. n The inspector had a tour of the areas used for childminding. She also completed an evaluated activity with the childminder and discussed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and training certificates. She looked at evidence of the childminder's suitability and the suitability of other persons living on the premises. n The inspector looked at and discussed a range of documentation, including safeguarding procedures and children's records. n The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation. She took account of the views of parents spoken with on the day of the inspection and through their written feedback.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder accesses regular safeguarding training. She is confident in her knowledge of the signs of abuse and knows how to report possible concerns. The childminder is well qualified and extends her professional development. She uses knowledge gained well to enhance her practice further. For example, the childminder has changed the way that she plans, so that she responds readily to children's interests during activities. Partnerships with parents and other settings, such as school, are good. The childminder understands the importance of sharing information with other settings that children also attend, to promote continuity. Parents feed back their high regard for the childminder's practice and the care that she provides for their children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children well. She uses effective methods to plan for children's individual learning and to provide interesting activities that capture their attention. For example, children are keen to explore as they eagerly paint. They show a fascination to investigate how tools work and recognise colours. The childminder helps children to describe texture and encourages them to make marks. Children are creative and demonstrate good physical skills. The childminder looks at books with children frequently. She encourages them to turn the pages and lift the flaps. She introduces new vocabulary and supports children to pronounce words correctly. This inspires them to practise their literacy skills. Children count in sequence within their play well. They work things out for themselves as they complete jigsaws and organise tubs in size. This promotes their mathematical development effectively.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a welcoming and warm environment which is safe and secure for children. She obtains information about children's starting points on entry from their parents. The childminder uses this information to help her to offer experiences to support their interests. Children demonstrate good independence skills and understand the importance of good hygiene. The childminder praises children highly, such as when they use the toilet, to enhance their self-esteem and self-care skills further. Children show they are well behaved and use good manners. They listen and follow routines well. For example, children help when it is time to tidy up. Children are keen to wipe tables alongside the childminder. They play outside during the day and enjoy a range of nutritious snacks.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop key skills in preparation for future learning and school. They have a positive approach to learning and are keen to try new things. Children delight as they explore paint, dough and sand with water. They demonstrate good physical skills as they use one-handed tools to competently make marks, manipulate, scoop, mix and pour. Children demonstrate good listening and concentration skills. They are strong communicators who discuss their thoughts and recall past experiences.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY340531 Local authority East Riding of Yorkshire Inspection number 10083411 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 2 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 23 September 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2006. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 5. 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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Registers

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