Childminder in East Riding of Yorkshire

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 has a good understanding of how children learn. She has high expectations for children and for the quality of teaching she provides. She understands the positive impact this has on children's progress. The childminder provides appropriate space and an exciting homely environment for children to learn in and explore. For example, children have plenty of opportunities in the childminder's large garden to enjoy fresh air and physical exercise, which promotes their good health. Children enjoy listening to stories and singing, and they are beginning to join in with the actions and words from familiar books and songs. The childminder carefully builds on what the children already know and extends their thinking further. For example, she widens their vocabulary by introducing them to new words and phrases.

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The provision is good

Children show that they are extremely happy in their learning environment. The childminder demonstrates a consistently respectful and calm manner. For example, she expects all children to be courteous and respectful to others. Children have established strong bonds with the childminder, smiling and reaching out for her when they need a cuddle. The childminder involves parents in their children's learning and consistently acts on feedback and suggestions.

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need to do better?

n Children have a good understanding of language and demonstrate confident communication skills. Younger children follow simple instructions and learn new vocabulary to help them form short sentences. For example, when playing with sand, they use words such as 'dig it', 'tip' and 'squish' to explain their actions. The childminder is a strong communicator who uses books, songs and rhymes to extend children's vocabulary. However, sometimes, she answers her own questions before giving children time to respond and develop their concentration and thinking skills further. n The childminder has established effective partnership with parents. They speak highly of the childminder and report that their children have developed confidence and recognise the benefits of daily exercise and a healthy diet. n The childminder makes excellent use of her outdoor space, giving children many opportunities for physical development. Children learn to take risks in a fun and

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need to do better?

active way. For example, they confidently demonstrate climbing and balancing skills. Children throw and kick balls, dig in the sand and create pies in the mud kitchen. n The childminder has high expectations for all children. She has developed an ambitious and well-designed curriculum. She uses her regular and accurate assessments of what children can do to plan their next steps in learning. Children are highly motivated to join in and develop their individual skills.

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11 October 2019 n The childminder plans a good range of activities that reflect children's interests and individual needs. For example, she takes children on outings to various places. They visit the local park and woodland, and enjoy trips to the 'Yorkshire wildlife park' and 'The Deep' to increase their understanding of the world. They attend local toddler groups and libraries to help develop their confidence and social skills. n The childminder encourages children to become independent. For example, they are responsible for tidying up their activities, washing their hands hygienically, independent toileting, brushing their teeth after snacks and feeding themselves. n The childminder is experienced and organises her childcare service well. She proactively seeks out training that will support the well-being of the children in her care. For example, she is looking to attend a British Sign Language course.

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need to do better?

She carefully considers the ways in which she manages her workload. For example, she stopped using an electronic system for recording her assessments when she realised it was distracting her from the time she spent with children. n The childminder networks well with other childminders in the local area. Together they visit local toddler groups and libraries. This supports children's social skills and helps them to develop a sense of their community. n The childminder has established good partnerships with other settings children attend. However, she has not fully developed information sharing to support children's learning and development as fully as possible.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of how to keep children safe. She maintains up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding through regular training. She knows how to identify if a child is at risk of harm, including from extreme views or behaviours. The childminder knows how to report concerns about children to relevant agencies, to maintain their physical welfare. The premises are secure and the childminder carries out daily checks of the indoor and outdoor environments to ensure they remain safe for children to use. She teaches children to keep themselves safe, for example when out walking and crossing the roads.

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should:

n allow children enough time to think and respond to questions during play and discussions n strengthen partnerships with other early years settings children attend, to provide the best possible support for their learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY549102 Local authority East Riding of Yorkshire Inspection number 10108298 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 6 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Holme on Spalding Moor, York. She operates all year round from 6.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays, including a week at Christmas. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder discussed with the inspector her curriculum, children's learning and how she plans for children's progress. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at convenient times during the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching and assessed the impact this has on children's learning with the childminder. n The childminder shared parents' views on her setting, which the inspector took account of during the inspection. n The childminder discussed her self-evaluation and how she drives ongoing improvement in her setting.

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Inspection activities

11 October 2019 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

11 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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