Childminder in Rotherham

Inspection date 14 August 2019 Previous inspection date 5 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 Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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This provision is good

n The childminder evaluates her setting. She includes the views of parents and children and makes positive changes that benefit children. For example, she has changed her system for recording children's progress so that it can be shared with parents each day. This means that parents receive detailed information about their children's achievements which helps them to continue their learning at home. n The childminder displays a very calm and caring nature. She provides a warm and welcoming environment. Children settle quickly and build very secure relationships with the childminder. The demonstrate that they feel safe in her home. Children's emotional well-being is supported effectively. n The childminder completes observations and assessments of children's learning. She uses this information to help her to plan what children need to learn next effectively and incorporate children's interests. This contributes towards children making good

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This provision is good

progress. n Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder obtains information from parents about what children know and can do when they start in her care. She uses this information to establish clear starting points for their learning. n The childminder's professional development programme is not targeted highly enough on raising the standard of teaching to an exceptional 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 professional development more sharply on raising the quality of teaching to a higher level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed the quality of teaching and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection. n The inspector checked essential documentation, including policies and procedures and talked with the childminder about her arrangements for self-evaluation and improvement. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written testimonials.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of the signs and indicators of harm. She knows how to recognise these and where to refer any concerns. The childminder completes robust risk assessments for her home and any outings she takes children on. This helps to keep children safe. Policies and procedures are updated to ensure that they comply with current requirements and underpin the childminder's good practice. Guidance documents and development trackers are used well. These help the childminder identify any gaps in children's learning so that she can provide the appropriate support. The childminder completes the progress check for children aged between two and three years. She shares this with parents and health professionals, where appropriate. Parents comment positively about the childminder and how much she has helped to develop their

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Young children's speaking skills are developing well. The childminder helps to support their understanding and widen their vocabulary. For example, she names different foods when sharing a story about a hungry caterpillar. The childminder extends children's mathematical development. She names shapes and models simple counting as children play. There are good relationships with the local schools that children move on to. For instance, the childminder teaches similar topics to those that children are learning in school. This helps to provide continuity in children's learning. The childminder carefully follows children's lead and supports their interests. Children respond enthusiastically and show a willingness to try things for themselves. For example, children show good determination and persistence as they problem solve to build a den using blankets and pegs.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a very good role model for children. She teaches them how to be kind and caring. Children's behaviour is very good. Younger children demonstrate self- confidence and assurance as they make their needs and wishes known to the childminder. The childminder takes children to local toddler groups to help develop their social skills. Children mix with other children and learn to share, helping them to behave in a positive manner. The childminder promotes children's good health. For example, children enjoy fresh fruit for snack and have regular opportunities for fresh air and exercise. Children enjoy a range of exciting visits into the community. The childminder takes the children to library, which helps to develop their interest in books.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident, interested and motivated learners. They develop good independence skills. Children select their own toys and help tidy up resources. They enjoy practising their physical skills. For example, children show good concentration when rolling, cutting and shaping play dough. All children learn the skills they need for their future learning, including school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY359136 Local authority Rotherham Inspection number 10071864 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 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 16 Date of previous inspection 5 August 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Thorpe Hesley, Rotherham. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant 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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