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 provides a welcoming setting which parents describe as a 'very homely environment'. She has robust policies and procedures in place to ensure children's safety. The childminder makes sure that children's individual needs are met through her caring and flexible manner. Children enjoy the childminder being involved as they play. They respond very positively to her questions and comments. Children solve problems together, for example, as they try to find ways to put a toy train track together. They discover that the track works best on a flat surface and that pieces fit together in certain ways. The childminder encourages children and praises their efforts. Children work together to finish the track and show much joy when they have achieved the outcome they want.

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The provision is good

Children are confident to talk about their needs, for example if they want snack earlier than usual. The childminder is responsive and adapts daily routines to fit around children. Children show consideration for each other and learn to share popular resources. They willingly follow the simple rules, such as tidying away toys before lunchtime. The childminder generally encourages children to develop their independence, especially in their self-care skills, such as washing their hands at appropriate times.

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n Children form strong emotional bonds with the childminder, which support their well-being. Parents report that they know their children are safe and happy. Children show through their behaviour that they enjoy being at the setting. They are full of enthusiasm and highly motivated learners. n The childminder plans times during the day to read stories to children. She has an extensive range of quality books. The childminder also takes children on visits to the mobile library when it is in the village. Children talk about the books they enjoy sharing with the childminder. They confidently name their favourite characters and can retell parts of the story. The childminder places a strong emphasis on supporting children's early literacy skills. n The childminder has established excellent partnerships with the local school that many of the children also attend. They share relevant information to make sure

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that every child's individual care and learning needs are identified. This strongly supports children's well-being through a proactive and consistent approach between the setting and school. n The childminder is generally very effective at supporting and extending children's learning. She uses her assessments well to identify what children need to learn next. She plans specific activities that link to children's next steps in learning, for example learning colours and numbers. Very occasionally, the childminder introduces too many new resources to children. This results in

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22 November 2019 children not having sufficient time to explore the properties and functions of each resource. n The childminder builds strong relationships with parents from the start. There are good induction arrangements to help children settle into the setting. Parents are given a detailed welcome pack which provides them with relevant information. The childminder continues to involve parents fully. She uses drop- off and pick-up times to discuss their child's day. The childminder values the information parents share about children's learning at home. She uses this to provide consistency of care and to plan for children's current interests. Parents' comments are very positive. They praise the childminder's understanding of child development and the range of activities she plans. n The childminder ensures that there are daily opportunities for children to be physically active. Children have access to resources and equipment in the

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garden and on visits to the park that help them develop their coordination. The childminder plans activities to help children gain the strength and control they need to write, such as picking up objects with tweezers. She helps children understand that some foods are healthier than others. The childminder provides a range of fresh fruit and vegetables for snacks and mealtimes. Children are well supported in their physical development.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder completes comprehensive risk assessments for her setting, to help keep children safe and well. She teaches children about keeping themselves safe, for example, as they cross roads on local visits. The childminder makes sure that she has checked for any potential hazards on visits to local amenities. The childminder is very knowledgeable about child protection legislation. She recognises the signs that would cause her to be concerned about a child's welfare. The childminder knows what her responsibilities are in responding to these concerns. She accesses a range of safeguarding training opportunities to ensure that she is aware of current guidance and responsibilities.

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n provide children with time to explore new resources so they can find out about their functions and properties as part of their independent learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY550675 Local authority East Riding of Yorkshire Inspection number 10126933 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 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 13 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Skirlaugh near Hull. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the impact this has on children's learning. n The childminder and the inspector completed a joint observation of an activity and reflected upon the learning experiences for children. n The inspector spoke to children present during the inspection. The views of parents were gathered from written testimonials. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she organises her setting and plans the curriculum for children. n The inspector looked at a range of policies and other documentation, for example children's records and risk assessments.

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Inspection activities

22 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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