Childminder in North Lincolnshire

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

Children get off to a positive start in the setting. The childminder works closely with parents to identify children's individual needs and interests during settling-in sessions. She uses this information to plan the curriculum, so that children can start to build on what they know. Children demonstrate that they are keen to learn and ask lots of questions. The childminder helps them to understand why things happen, for example when they mix different paints together a new colour is made. Children are keen to find out what colours they can make themselves. They become very involved in trying out their own ideas. Parents are confident that their children are very happy and safe in the setting.

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The provision is good

Children form strong attachments with the childminder. She is very sensitive to the individual needs of children throughout the day. Her warm and affectionate manner supports children's well-being extremely well. Children show much cooperation and friendly behaviour as they play together. They are confident to communicate their thoughts and feelings. Children develop a strong sense of themselves as competent learners. They will persist even when they find some things difficult. The childminder helps them overcome these hurdles, without taking over. Children are proud of their achievements and the new skills which they have learned.

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need to do better?

n The childminder develops strong partnerships with parents. She keeps parents well informed about the daily routines and what their children are learning. Parents spoken to during the inspection were unanimous in praising the childminder. Parents know that the childminder will support them, for example when children are learning to become more independent in their self-care skills. n Children love listening to stories. The childminder reads in a way that makes stories exciting and children are engrossed from beginning to end. There are always books accessible for children to choose independently. The childminder ensures that books that link to children's current interests, such as farm animals, are always accessible. Children learn how books can support their understanding of the world. n The childminder knows what she wants children to learn over time, so that they are well prepared for new challenges as they move on to school. She plans

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enjoyable games that focus on developing children's ability to hear and say the sounds in words. Children acquire the skills that will help them in the early stages of learning to read. n Children's interest in the natural world is enhanced by the childminder. They look for squirrels, birds and other wildlife in the garden. The childminder plans visits to local attractions that give children a good understanding of the world and their community. She promotes diversity in her setting, for example children

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10 February 2022 learn about how other cultures celebrate significant events. n The childminder plans a high-quality environment that motivates children to explore. Children show much independence as they play. Even the youngest children are confident to select the resources they want. The childminder sensitively joins in to support and extend their learning. Children enjoy her playful interactions and respond positively. They make good progress across all areas of learning. n The childminder works with some providers when children also attend their settings, sharing information to promote children's learning and well-being across both. However, she has not yet established links with all other childcare settings that children also attend, to promote consistency in children's learning. n Children have many opportunities to explore the properties of materials. They listen to the sounds that are produced when they shake bottles filled with

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objects, such as dried pasta and cotton balls. Children talk about what they hear confidently, using the words 'loud' and 'quiet' correctly. The childminder builds on the words that children have learned to support their communication skills even more. n The childminder commits time to continue her professional development. She has a clear plan for her future priorities. The childminder works closely with other local childminders to share best practice. She accesses a range of training opportunities to develop her knowledge and skills.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder makes sure that children's safety and well-being are paramount. She undertakes thorough checks of the setting to make sure they remain suitable. The childminder completes risk assessments when she takes children out on visits. She is knowledgeable about any signs that may cause her to be concerned about a child's welfare. The childminder updates her knowledge of safeguarding through accessing frequent training and online information. Her safeguarding policies and procedures are reviewed in line with legislation. The childminder knows her responsibilities to report any concerns to the appropriate services. She knows that other factors, such as domestic abuse, potentially make children very vulnerable.

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should:

n build partnerships with all childcare providers that children also attend and share relevant information to promote consistency and continuity in children's learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY549851 Local authority North Lincolnshire Inspection number 10133822 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Owston Ferry, Doncaster. She operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. She holds a relevant qualification at level 5.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the setting. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk at the start of the inspection to discuss, and observe how children's learning and development and safety are promoted. n The inspector and childminder completed a joint observation of an activity and discussed the impact on children's learning and development. n The inspector spoke to parents and read testimonials to gain their views on the childminder's setting. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates her service to ensure continuous improvement.

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Inspection activities

10 February 2022 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

10 February 2022 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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