Childminder in Sheffield

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

The quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is outstanding

The inspirational childminder is passionate about her role. She has ambitions for all the children in her care. The childminder has extremely strong bonds with the children who attend. Children feel incredibly safe and secure. She expertly plans a curriculum, which builds on what children already know and can do. She ensures that children's interests are reflected in the vibrant learning environment. Outstanding teaching supports children to make links and extend their ideas. Children flourish in the setting and make accelerated progress.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder wants children to experience the awe and wonder of the world. Children enjoy a multitude of enrichment activities. These activities teach children about the world in which they live. For example, children enjoyed a recent bus trip to the countryside.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder teaches children specific words to help them describe their emotions. She supports children to understand their own feelings and consider the feelings of others. Children are able to manage their emotions effectively. They consistently demonstrate excellent behaviour. Children develop strong friendships and enjoy playing and learning together. The childminder made changes to her routines during the COVID-19 pandemic to keep children and families safe. Parents fully support these changes.

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n The childminder is committed to her own professional development. She has incredible knowledge and understanding of language development. Her extensive training in language acquisition and communication strategies means that children get expert support at the right time. For example, the childminder creates 'word diaries' to track speech and language progress. n The childminder develops meaningful parent partnerships. Parents are overwhelmed by the quality of her education. They report that children make huge progress in the 'Warm, nurturing, fun environment'. Parents are grateful for the tailored support the childminder provides. They applaud how well the childminder shares information about children's learning. They report that she has helped to develop their children's character, especially their sense of humour. n The childminder supports children to move on to school and other settings smoothly. She liaises and organises meetings with receiving settings to ensure

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children have the right support in place before they start. This excellent work helps children move on smoothly and have the best possible start at their new setting or school. n The childminder enriches children's lives and supports learning through planned

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14 June 2022 experiences. For example, children have enjoyed visits to the theatre to bring their favourite stories alive. Children took a copy of the book with them and followed what was happening on the stage in their storybooks. This helps children to develop a love of reading and literacy and provides them with enriching experiences. n Children are very confident and demonstrate high levels of independence and self-esteem in the setting. They are challenged to complete tasks and try again. For example, children help to make their lunch. They are challenged to put six handfuls of pasta in the saucepan. They persevere as they grate their cheese and keep themselves safe as they cut up their cucumber. The childminder consistently praises and encourages children to persevere throughout. n The childminder is passionate about health and nutrition. Children have lots of access to the outdoor environment, where they can use big movements, use a

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wealth of exciting equipment and enjoy the fresh air. Children enjoy a variety of fresh fruit and vegetables during their day. They eagerly choose items from the weekly 'veg box' delivery they will eat for their lunch. n Children benefit from a language-rich environment. Every opportunity is taken to introduce new vocabulary, for example signing is used to strengthen communication. The childminder skilfully repeats and reaffirms words by using them in context. This helps children develop a secure level of understanding. Children make tremendous progress and develop a broad vocabulary. This helps children to articulate their needs, build positive relationships, and prepares them for their move on to school.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a robust understanding of how to safeguard children. She completes relevant safeguarding training. The childminder is alert to the signs and symptoms of abuse. She has an excellent knowledge of wider safeguarding issues, including female genital mutilation, county lines, radicalisation and extremism. The childminder knows the procedure to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder holds a certificate in food hygiene and a full paediatric first-aid certificate. She undertakes risk assessments which keep children safe from harm. She increased hygiene routines to limit cross infection during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY558843 Local authority Sheffield Inspection number 10190742 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 17 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018. She is located in the suburb of Bradway in Sheffield. The childminder operates all year round from Tuesdays to Fridays 7.45am to 6pm, except family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate level 3 qualification in early years.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n Children spoke to the inspector about what they enjoy doing while with the childminder. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder and the inspector carried out a joint observation during lunch time.

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Inspection activities

14 June 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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