Childminder in Sheffield

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

The childminder is calm, welcoming and friendly. Children are excited to arrive at the setting. They feel safe and comfortable in the childminder's care. Children choose freely from a wide range of toys, books and equipment as they settle into their day. The childminder teaches children how to care for her two small dogs, who sit beside them as they play on the carpet. Children stroke the dogs and find this calming. The childminder uses a gate to keep the dogs in another room when necessary.

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The provision is good

Babies have space and time for physical movement as they learn to push themselves up and roll over. The childminder recognises the importance of language and speaks clearly, encouraging babies to explore. Children spend time together outside in the garden. They explore the natural environment and enjoy watching the birds. The childminder has an excellent knowledge of the children in her care. They sit together and she uses a story to develop children's understanding of shape. Children identify shapes and follow the zigzag path with their fingers. Children are engaged and have time to explore the play dough. They use language and vocabulary to describe their creations. As they work, they joyfully explain, 'My sculpture has a tail at the back.'

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need to do better?

n Children show care and kindness to each other. Babies are interested in older children and lean towards them, smiling. Older children respond with smiles, strokes and kisses. n The childminder provides resources inside and outside which are plentiful, well organised and stimulating. Children use wheeled toys and engage in focused activities in the garden. The childminder is beginning to incorporate more natural materials for children to explore. n Children use the toilet independently and learn to wash their hands. The childminder is sensitive to the needs of younger children. For example, she changes their nappies discreetly while using a soft voice. n Overall, children learn about diversity and equality in their multicultural city. Children meet people when they travel on the tram, and they share resources and books that represent many cultures and customs. The childminder is always affectionate with babies. However, at times, the childminder talks to children in

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a way which could impact negatively on their self-esteem. Although said with affection, this does not consistently promote and celebrate inclusive practice. n The childminder encourages children to develop a healthy lifestyle. Children bring a packed lunch, and the childminder provides a healthy snack. Children sit together at the table and use spoons to serve themselves with blueberries, strawberries and breadsticks.

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28 September 2022 n Children have daily opportunities for physical activity outdoors. Children make daily visits to local schools, pre-schools and toddler groups as well as regular visits to parks and play areas. They sometimes take the dogs for a walk. n The childminder spends time getting to know the children and identifying their starting points in learning. She gathers information from parents and takes notes during children's settling-in visits. The childminder observes children as they settle to find out their interests and make plans for their learning. The childminder regularly shares useful information with parents, such as information about car seat safety. n The childminder has developed excellent relationships and partnerships with parents. Parents speak with enthusiasm and joy about the childminder. They say that she is knowledgeable and helpful and that they value and trust her. Parents

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have noticed a leap in their children's development while with the childminder. n The childminder has a thorough and insightful understanding of how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She recognises the possible indicators of specific needs and works closely with other professionals to support children. The childminder discusses ideas with parents and identifies key skills to support individual children, such as giving them clear routines. n The childminder records daily events, incidents and activities to evaluate her practice. She carries out risk assessments to ensure that children are safe in the setting and on visits. She completes a termly fire drill, and children are prompted to join in as she says, 'Let's pretend we have to leave in a really big rush.' n The childminder has developed close links with other childminders and the local authority's quality improvement team. She regularly attends training courses and

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need to do better?

meetings to learn more and to improve learning for the children in her care.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has completed advanced safeguarding training and has a safeguarding policy containing guidance and relevant contact numbers. She recognises the signs and symptoms of abuse and knows how to make a referral. The childminder receives updates from the local safeguarding hub and local safeguarding partnership. She speaks to children about staying safe online and shares information with parents. The childminder risk assesses the areas where children play. She makes sure that the garden pond is covered and uses suitable safety equipment, such as high chairs and safety gates.

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should:

n continue to develop inclusive practice by recognising that the language used could impact on children's positive sense of self.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 300475 Local authority Sheffield Inspection number 10229388 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 22 Date of previous inspection 13 December 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1998 and lives in Sheffield. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder 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 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 childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas used for childminding and explained how the provision is organised and used. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder throughout the inspection. n The inspector observed children and the childminder during the inspection. n The childminder showed the inspector relevant documents. n The inspector gathered the views of parents through discussions and written feedback. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

28 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

28 September 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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