Childminder EY548201

Inspection date 27 August 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

p.1

This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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

p.1

This provision is outstanding

n The childminder is highly qualified and experienced. She is passionate about her work and continuously strives to provide the best care for children. Her impeccable reflective practice helps with the continuous improvement of the outcomes for children. Parents' views about the setting are welcomed and valued. This ensures the very high standards are maintained and developed even further. n The childminder actively seeks additional professional development opportunities in order to enhance her excellent teaching skills and children's outstanding learning even further. n The childminder builds strong relationships with the children, who are extremely happy and settled in her care. She is highly knowledgeable and alert to their individual needs and sensitive to their personalities. For example, she is skilful in recognising when to reassure, when to encourage and when to challenge children more as they play. As a

p.1

This provision is outstanding

result, they become confident and self-assured learners. n Outstanding teaching and a range of exciting activities, inside and out, ensure that children get off to a flying start and prepare them exceptionally well for school. The environment is highly stimulating while retaining a homely, welcoming feeling. The outdoor area provides a wealth of opportunities for children to explore and be exuberant, and to learn about plants and caring for the environment. n Highly successful observations and assessments are undertaken to monitor children's progress. Information obtained is used to identify the next steps for children's learning and to inform activity planning to help them achieve. n Children's behaviour is impeccable and reflects their joy of learning and being in the setting. The childminder is extremely skilful in encouraging children to take turns, share and be fair to others. For example, during a board game, she helps them to

p.1

This provision is outstanding

understand that they cannot always be 'the winner', despite their best efforts. Children have good manners and say 'please' and 'thank you' without needing to be prompted.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

n continue to explore additional ways to engage parents in children's learning.

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, 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 viewed all areas used for childminding.

p.2

Effectiveness of leadership and management is outstanding

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has an extensive knowledge of child protection procedures. She is confident about how to identify and respond to potential concerns. She takes the best care of children and pays close attention to their welfare. Highly effective steps are taken to ensure children are kept safe. That said, she recognises that they need opportunities to develop the skills associated with managing risks and making informed judgements for themselves. For example, before going on outings, she includes children in identifying the possible dangers and what they need to do to avoid these. The childminder establishes close links with parents, and they are well informed about children's care, learning and progress. However, through her own evaluation, she has identified that this is an area that she wants to develop even further.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

The childminder provides just the right amount of challenge so that children are excited by learning and make rapid rates of progress from their different starting points. She teaches confidently, expertly and enthusiastically. For example, to ensure that children become effective early writers, there are lots of activities such as different tools to use in the sand and paintbrushes to help strengthen their writing grip. This helps them to master the control of a pencil. A wide range of materials are used to develop children's reading skills and promote their enjoyment of books. Children are captivated as they listen to their favourite stories, such as 'The Runaway Pea'. They enthusiastically join in with the storytelling, making predictions about what might happen next and offering solutions to the pea's predicaments. The childminder raises children's knowledge of numbers and letters. She plays games that challenge them to count, sort and identify

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

numbers, and encourages them to look for numbers and letters in the environment.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

Children spend a great deal of their time outdoors. This provides a multitude of learning experiences as well as benefits to their health. For example, they learn to manage uneven heights, conditions and surfaces, which helps to develop their coordination and balancing skills. Additionally, enjoyable yoga sessions enhance children's flexibility, strength, coordination and body awareness. Walks and outings to open spaces and nature reserves help children to learn about, respect and appreciate the wonders of nature and the world in which they live. Activities and discussions help children to respect people from different backgrounds and cultures, and appreciate diversity.

p.3

Outcomes for children are outstanding

Children make excellent progress and demonstrate many skills that are typically above those expected for their age. They have an extremely positive attitude to learning and are highly motivated and enthusiastic about all that they do. They are curious and inquisitive and challenge the childminder with nearly as many questions as she asks them. They demonstrate impressive self-care, control and independence from a very early age. For example, they manage care routines by themselves and help to prepare their snack by carefully cutting fruit. They respond willingly when asked to help with tasks, such as tidying up.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY548201 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 10104312 Type of provision Childminder

p.4

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 3 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

p.4

Registers

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Armthorpe, Doncaster. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays. The childminder holds qualified teacher status. She provides funded early education for three- year-old children.

p.4

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.

p.4

Registers

procedures set out in the guidance Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted, which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk . If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk . achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

p.4

Registers

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.5

Registers

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open- government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.5

Registers

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: www.ofsted.gov.uk/user .

p.5

Registers

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk

p.5