Childminder in Doncaster

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

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

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The provision is outstanding

Children truly flourish in the childminder's and her assistant's care. They are excited to show off their costumes for World Book Day. The childminder and her assistant join in the fun by wearing fancy dress. The children confidently introduce themselves and others who are not yet speaking. Children show exceptional behaviour and manners towards each other and adults. For example, when a baby is unsure about the sand, the children take turns to make him laugh. The baby is soon joining in with the other children. This helps children to feel safe and secure.

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The provision is outstanding

Children's independence is promoted at every single opportunity. For example, they select their fruit for snack and use a knife to chop it up. Children eagerly help the childminder to sweep up the sand and prepare the room for lunchtime. As a result, children are developing an excellent use of tools while also developing vital life skills.

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The provision is outstanding

Children are absolutely enthralled in stories and love to learn new vocabulary. They explain the storyline of the books before choosing which one they would like to read. Children sit with anticipation and a look of wonder as the assistant tells the stories. As a result, children are developing a love of books and are making excellent progress in their vocabulary skills.

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need to do better?

n The highly qualified childminder and assistant provide a well-structured curriculum that builds on what children already know and can do. For example, the interests and needs of each child are encouraged with a treasure hunt in the sand. Children excitedly look for clues for their chosen treasure. Children find the wildlife animals, while others search for the letters of their name. Babies explore the texture and feel of the sand as it pours through their fingers. As a result, children are making excellent progress in their learning and development, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n The extremely inviting and stimulating learning environment supports children to become fully engaged in meaningful play throughout their time at the childminder's setting. For example, children use their love of animals to recreate the wildlife park that they frequently visit. They comment on the space needed

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for the giraffe's 'long, long neck'. Children have an excellent understanding of the natural world around them. n Children are developing an excellent understanding of mathematics. The childminder skilfully introduces number, shape and size in her interactions with the children. For example, children count how many plates they need at lunchtime and how many steps they take when bringing in the sand. As a result, children are making excellent progress in their mathematical knowledge.

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3 March 2022 n Children are learning how to be healthy. They take part in activities and stories that develop their understanding of good dental health. They make independent healthy choices at snack and mealtimes. For example, they select their sauce and toppings for their pasta lunch. They wash their hands before and after handling food and after personal care routines. Children demonstrate good hygiene practices and are making healthy choices. n Partnership with parents is exceptional. Parents comment on the wonderful relationship the childminder and her assistant have with the children. They enjoy the spontaneous photos sent to them while the children are on one of their many outings. Parents are kept fully informed of their child's progress and how they can support their learning at home. For example, parents are encouraged to allow the children to climb into the car independently to support their physical

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development. Parents value the support and advice given by the childminder and her assistant. n The childminder and her assistant work very well together to support children's learning and development. They attend a vast amount of quality training. They evaluate each other's practice and have regular discussions about safeguarding children and children's development. This strengthens their already exceptional knowledge to ensure that children receive the best possible outcomes.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder's and her assistant's knowledge of safeguarding is extensive. They have completed a vast amount of safeguarding training to ensure that their knowledge is up to date and covers a wide range of issues, including the 'Prevent' duty. They understand the signs and symptoms that could indicate a child is at risk of harm. The childminder knows who to contact if she has a child protection concern regarding a child or adult. She has put in place safety measures to ensure that no one can enter her home or garden without consent. This helps children to be safe and secure.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 317987 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 10117236 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 12 Date of previous inspection 12 November 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2000 and lives in Bessacarr, Doncaster. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 5. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. The childminder works with an assistant.

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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 their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder and the inspector had a learning walk together to understand how the early years provision and curriculum are organised. n The inspector made observations throughout the inspection of children's experiences in the setting. n Joint observations were carried out by the inspector and the childminder. n Children spoke to the inspector about their experiences in the setting. n The inspector reviewed relevant documentation, including evidence of the childminder's and her assistant's suitability and training. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and her assistant at appropriate times during the inspection and reviewed comments and letters provided by parents.

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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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