Childminder in Sheffield

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

The childminder and her assistant are caring and attentive towards the children. This helps to support children to develop good social skills and the ability to manage their emotions. They provide a welcoming environment where children feel safe and secure. Positive relationships with parents strongly support children's confidence and self-esteem. Parents are happy with the care and teaching their children receive. The childminder and her assistant treat each child with respect and celebrate their differences superbly. For example, the childminder displays family photographs and takes children on many exciting outings to further increase their experiences and learning opportunities. Children visit a local market to buy fresh produce and learn about the different job roles of the people who work there. Children's behaviour and early relationships are good. The well-qualified childminder uses her observations effectively to identify children's immediate

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The provision is good

interests and build on their learning. She makes learning enjoyable and children are excited to join in with the activities planned for them. Children are encouraged to develop a love of books, and the childminder skilfully supports language development. For example, she asks them to predict what is going to happen next by asking them questions about what they can see in the pictures.

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need to do better?

n The environment is well organised and resources and equipment are easily accessible to children. This promotes their independence and enables them to make choices during their play. n The childminder gathers extensive information from parents about children's starting points. She uses accurate assessments of children's learning to check what they already know and to support future planning. Parents contribute to their child's learning and are well informed about their child's development. The childminder works closely with parents to ensure their children have developed all the necessary skills needed for the next stage in their learning. n The childminder develops good partnerships with supportive professionals and staff at other settings children attend. She builds a mutually beneficial flow of communication with them and this helps to provide a collaborative approach to children's learning and care.

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need to do better?

n The childminder takes time to reflect on her practice. She accurately identifies her strengths and considers and acts upon areas for development. The childminder values the views of her assistant, children and parents. n The assistant and the childminder are good role models and give children clear messages about expectations for behaviour. As a result, children's behaviour is good. They encourage children to share, take turns and be gentle with one another. They understand that children learn from what they see and hear. They consistently say 'please' and 'thank you' when interacting with them. As a result,

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need to do better?

1 October 2019 children learn to be respectful to others and use good manners. n The childminder makes the most of opportunities to support children's developing mathematical understanding of number. For instance, children identify the number of chairs and plates needed to set the table for lunch. n Children's physical well-being is promoted in a range of ways. For instance, they engage in daily routines to brush their teeth and they begin to understand the importance of oral hygiene. Additionally, they have regular access to fresh air, attend music-and-movement sessions and benefit from a healthy diet. n The childminder updates her knowledge and skills to a good level and researches any areas where children may need support through training courses. She liaises with the local authority adviser and keeps up to date with any new legislation. n The childminder has not yet targeted professional development opportunities to

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need to do better?

help enhance her assistant's teaching skills to an even higher level.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant have a secure knowledge of safeguarding and how to protect children in their care. They are aware of the signs that may indicate that a child is at risk of harm. In addition, they have a good knowledge of local safeguarding procedures and where to report any concerns. The childminder and her assistant ensure that the safety of children is a priority in their setting. They carry out rigorous risk assessments to ensure children stay safe in all areas of the setting and on outings.

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should:

n extend the programme of professional development for the assistant to more sharply develop teaching skills further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY548466 Local authority Sheffield Inspection number 10105477 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 0 to 10 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 22 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Sheffield. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds qualified teacher status. She works with an assistant, who is qualified to level 6.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector looked around the areas of the setting available to children. n Discussions were held with the childminder throughout the inspection and the inspector spoke to the assistant and children. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector reviewed relevant documentation, including suitability checks, qualifications, records of children's starting points and ongoing progress, policies and procedures. n The inspector spoke to parents and took account of their views.

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Inspection activities

We carried out this inspection 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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Inspection activities

1 October 2019 1 October 2019 regulates and inspects to 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.

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