Childminder in York

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

Children thrive in the nurturing and homely environment. They are relaxed in the childminder's care and display high levels of confidence. The childminder supports children to take turns as they play board games together. She is a good role model and consistently praises children for their efforts and achievements. Children behave very well and learn good manners. For example, they politely ask the childminder whether they can leave the table, once they have finished their snack. Older children are considerate and helpful. They show kindness to younger children and involve them in their play.

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The provision is good

The childminder plans and delivers a good range of challenging activities to support children to learn new skills and knowledge. For example, she helps children to link sounds to letters as they look at the print in books. Children have a positive approach to learning and are eager to join in with activities. They are energetic and excitedly follow the childminder's lead as she demonstrates the actions to songs. The experienced childminder skilfully teaches mathematical concepts through play. For example, she helps children to recognise numerals, count and calculate as they use props to act-out stories. Children's mathematical skills are developing well.

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need to do better?

n Children benefit from warm and affectionate relationships with the childminder. They are independent and confidently explore the childminder's home, following their interests and selecting resources to support their play. n The childminder supports children to develop their communication and language skills well. For example, she asks a good range of questions to help children to share their thoughts and ideas. Young children mimic the sounds that the childminder makes and older children are strong communicators. n Children are prepared well for their future learning and eventual move to nursery and school. For example, they listen to the childminder and are able to follow her instructions. n The qualified childminder has a good understanding of the curriculum and the way in which children learn. Overall, she interacts well to help children to build on their existing skills. However, she occasionally moves activities along too

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need to do better?

quickly. This means that children are not given the time that they need to explore and test out their own ideas. n Children demonstrate a good understanding of the importance of healthy diets and exercise as the childminder engages them in lively discussions. They follow good hygiene routines and intuitively wash their hands after using the bathroom and before mealtimes. n The childminder observes children regularly to find out what they can do and know already. She uses her findings to set relevant targets that help them to

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need to do better?

20 November 2019 move on to the next stage in their learning and development. Children make good progress from their starting points. n Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder uses a variety of effective methods to exchange information with parents and involve them in the assessment process. Parents' feedback is very complimentary. They praise the way that the childminder supports children to develop personally, and say that children are learning new skills rapidly. n The childminder is a reflective practitioner and has plans to enhance her garden to offer even more opportunities for children to learn outdoors. She completes all essential training but recognises that she could further enhance her programme of professional development to strengthen her teaching skills. n Children demonstrate good physical skills as they thread laces through intricate holes to create patterns. They are active and enjoy daily opportunities to play

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need to do better?

and learn outdoors. The childminder often takes children on trips to help widen their experiences. For example, children regularly visit the library, playgroups and museums.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of her responsibility to safeguard children. She completes daily safety checks to identify and minimise potential hazards and ensures that children are safe during outings. The childminder is well trained in child protection matters and is alert to the possible signs of abuse and wider safeguarding matters. She knows how to report any concerns she may have about children's welfare to the relevant authorities. The childminder has a secure understanding of Ofsted reporting requirements.

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should:

n provide children with the time they need to explore and test out their own ideas n extend professional development activities to strengthen teaching and learning to an even higher level.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY362654 Local authority York Inspection number 10067064 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 1 to 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 22 July 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Rawcliffe. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder is eligible to provide funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. She holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector looked at the areas of the childminder's home that are used for childminding purposes. She had discussions with the childminder to find out how she organises the curriculum and early years provision. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector and the childminder jointly evaluated an activity. n The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability of adults in the household and statutory documentation. n The inspector talked to the children throughout the inspection. She looked at testimonies from parents and took account of their views.

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Inspection activities

20 November 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

20 November 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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