O'Brien, Mrs Alice

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 in this setting are safe, secure and feel valued. The childminder is calm and has developed close mutual relationships with each child. She is tuned in to individual children and repeats and reinforces their language. Children respond joyfully, repeating words and extending their vocabularies. Children find a lion and suggest it is 'a big lion on the bus!' Together, they sing and roar about a lion on the bus. Children make suggestions for the animals on the bus, including 'triceratops' and 'tyrannosaurus rex'. The childminder spends her time among children, listening and responding spontaneously to their interests and requests. She captures every opportunity to extend children's communication and vocabulary, speaking clearly and at a gentle pace.

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The provision is outstanding

Children are happy, comfortable and confident in this setting. This is demonstrated as children burst into song as they climb to the table, point at letters on the tablecloth and begin to sing a song about the alphabet. Children have space and time to play. They choose from many resources, and the childminder is a constant companion. Children enjoy climbing and jumping in the garden. In a summer house, they have access to toys, books and role-play props. Children play, taking turns, interacting and learning to work together to share ideas. They order pretend meals, calculate payments and take turns to deliver the food in push-along cars. Children play, negotiate and share while the childminder observes, narrates and identifies children's next steps in learning. The childminder respects children's privacy, such as by giving them time and quiet space for nappy changing and using the toilet.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is passionate about children's language development. She recognises that it is important to give children time to think and make choices in their own play so that they can develop fluency and use new vocabulary. n The childminder differentiates activities for children. Her high-quality interactions support children's development and she praises children, such as for their good concentration. The childminder respects things that the children have made and leaves their constructions on display to show to parents. n The childminder develops a curriculum that covers all areas of learning, and she adapts this to meet children's needs. She focuses on core books and nursery rhymes. Even the very youngest children select books, handle them with care and repeat elements of the story to their friends. The childminder complements children's learning with a wide range of books for children to explore.

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n Children feel connected and flourish in this setting. The childminder encourages children to listen to each other and to respond. Children listen, are kind and help each other. Their behaviour and attitudes are excellent. Children spontaneously

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2 September 2022 say 'thank you' and include each other in their activities. n The childminder has an excellent understanding of child development and can explain the benefit of the activities which she provides. For instance, she explains the importance of very young children climbing and jumping, saying that their movements start big and work towards smaller movements. The childminder has high expectations of children and treats them as equals. n The childminder evaluates her practice. She recognises the impact that singing and rhyme have on language development. She skilfully uses children's enthusiasm about tractors and diggers as a theme to expand language and literacy. The childminder shares books and songs, and children demonstrate an eagerness to explore and extend language. She explains that she teaches children by observing what they like and that when children feel valued and confident, they learn.

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n The childminder supports children to develop healthy lifestyles. Children exercise daily in the garden and talk about brushing their teeth and sleeping well. The childminder makes sure that children drink water and bring a healthy snack and packed lunch. Sometimes, children bring new and interesting fruits to share. Parents say that their children eat lots of different fruits at the childminder's. n The childminder has developed strong two-way relationships with parents. Parents say that she provides a dedicated, enriching and learning-based environment. Parents appreciate that the childminder is approachable and knowledgeable. The childminder shares daily conversations with parents, where they can discuss their children's achievements, concerns and developments. Parents say that the childminder is patient, attentive and caring. n The childminder has a genuine desire to help children flourish. She is consistent,

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tireless and puts children at the heart of everything she does. n The childminder is well motivated, enthusiastic and engaged. She has completed all necessary training and many other vocational training courses to help her develop her practice. The childminder has a close connection with the local authority support team. She engages with quality improvement initiatives and attends local childminding network meetings.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder gains a strong knowledge of safeguarding from attending training. She recognises the types of abuse and possible indicators. The childminder understands the requirement to keep accurate records and knows where to go for support. She understands that there are different contact numbers and is guided by the local safeguarding procedures. The childminder displays contact numbers in her policies and on a noticeboard in the hall. She keeps clear accurate records of accidents, incidents and existing injuries, and she shares these with parents. The childminder makes daily risk assessments of the areas used by children. She has a clear understanding of issues such as the 'Prevent' duty and radicalisation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY425536 Local authority Barnsley Inspection number 10117509 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 9 October 2014

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in the Carlton area of Barnsley. She holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. The childminder operates during term time, from 8am to 5.30pm, caring for early years children from 8am to 4pm, on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and the children. n The inspector reviewed written feedback from parents. n The inspector reviewed relevant documents. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder.

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Inspection activities

2 September 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

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