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 Good

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The provision is good

Children are safe and happy in this homely and inviting setting. They have access to a wide range of activities and experiences that help them to become independent and make progress in their learning. Children choose what they would like to play with and access toys freely. They engage well in activities and show a desire to learn. For example, children are engrossed as they explore ice in the garden. They enjoy using different techniques to free toy animals that are frozen inside. Children show good control and hand-to-eye coordination as they use wooden hammers safely to break the ice effectively. When the animals are free, children show pride in what they have accomplished.

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The provision is good

Children are well behaved, confident and sociable individuals, who have close relationships with the childminder and each other. They play cooperatively together and demonstrate kindness and consideration for each other. For instance, older children happily help younger children to find their shoes when it is time to go outside. They are keen to help the childminder complete tasks, such as clearing the table after snack, and take pleasure in the praise they receive.

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need to do better?

n The childminder welcomes new children into her home by offering a range of settling-in sessions. She uses these to gather a range of information about children from their parents. The childminder finds out what children are interested in and what they already know, understand and can do. n The childminder's curriculum focuses on helping children to develop the key skills that they will need for the future. For instance, she supports children to build positive relationships with adults and children. Children are confident, friendly and show good social skills. n Children are active and enjoy their time outside. The childminder carefully plans a range of outings to support children's learning. Children regularly visit places of interest, such as the local woods, where they search for bugs and use magnifying glasses to look closely at the trees and leaves. This helps children to learn about nature and the world around them.

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n Children's communication and language development is promoted well. The childminder communicates with children at their level. She uses clear and concise language when communicating with younger children. The childminder introduces new words to extend children's vocabulary. For example, as children investigate and weigh sorting bears, the childminder introduces words such as 'heavy' and 'light'. n The childminder interacts positively with children. She allows them time to play and explore independently before enhancing their learning through commenting and questioning. However, on occasions, the childminder does not always follow

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12 August 2022 children's ideas, to extend their thinking and understanding further. n The childminder knows the children she cares for well. She observes children as they play and assesses their learning and development. The childminder quickly identifies any gaps in children's learning and closes them through the activities and experiences that she provides. n The childminder has established links with additional settings that children attend and passes on information about children as needed. However, she does not yet share information about children's development to provide consistency in their learning. n The childminder works in partnership with parents. She regularly shares information about what children are doing and learning in her setting. For instance, the childminder holds regular conversations with parents and sends home daily diaries. She shares photos and messages throughout the day as

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children engage in activities. n Parents praise the childminder and the home-from-home setting that she creates. They describe the childminder as being 'open' and 'welcoming'. Parents say that the childminder is great at meeting children's needs and helping to build their confidence, independence and social skills. n The childminder reflects on the opportunities that she provides for children. She evaluates the effectiveness of the activities and adapts these to ensure that they are stimulating and challenging for all children. n The childminder keeps her own knowledge and skills up to date through completing regular training. She has useful links with other childminders in the local area. The childminder regularly shares good practice and ideas with them about how she can enhance her setting.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding. She is able to identify the signs and symptoms of abuse, including concerns about radicalisation, county lines and domestic violence. The childminder is aware of her role and responsibility to safeguard children. She knows who to contact should she have any concerns about a child's safety or welfare. The environment is safe and secure as the childminder completes regular risk assessments of her home and outdoor areas. Children learn to keep safe with gentle reminders from the childminder. For example, children learn how to manage risks in their play, such as when climbing on logs at the local woods.

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should:

n help children to express and elaborate on their thoughts and ideas to support

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12 August 2022 their thinking and understanding even further n continue to develop the range of information shared with settings that children also attend to include details about children's learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY479920 Local authority East Riding of Yorkshire Inspection number 10062774 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 9 Date of previous inspection 17 December 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in North Ferriby. She operates all year round, from 8am to 5.30pm, Tuesday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a degree in educational studies and holds qualified teacher status. She provides funded early education for three- and four- year-old children.

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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 inspector and the childminder completed a learning walk to understand how the curriculum is organised. n A joint evaluation of an activity was conducted by the inspector and the childminder. n The inspector held a meeting with the childminder to discuss safeguarding arrangements. She looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the suitability of persons living or working in the household. n The inspector looked at written feedback provided by parents to gather their thoughts and opinions about the setting. n Children interacted with the inspector during the inspection.

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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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