Childminder in Doncaster

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children form strong emotional bonds with the childminder. They are very responsive to her calm, nurturing manner. Children really enjoy the childminder's playful approach and there is much laughter during the sessions. The childminder skilfully uses props, such as puppets, to develop children's imaginative play. Children are captivated as the childminder uses the puppets to create a story. Children's language and social skills are also well supported at these times. They learn to listen and take turns in conversations. The childminder plans times to teach the children new action songs and rhymes. Children actively participate in these sessions and are keen to show what they have remembered.

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The provision is good

Children learn how to look after their bodies. The childminder ensures that children have daily opportunities to be outdoors for fresh air and physical activity. She talks to the children about the importance of washing their hands thoroughly. Children are offered healthy snacks and meals. They make choices as they independently select the fillings to make their own sandwiches. The childminder reminds the children to drink water to stay hydrated. Children have their own toothbrushes, which they use in the setting. They begin to understand the benefits of making healthy choices in their lives.

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need to do better?

n The childminder nurtures children's love of books and reading. She knows which books are their favourites, and ensures children can access these independently. She is very responsive when children bring her a book to share. Children are engrossed as the childminder reads their favourite stories, and are very keen to tell her what is going to happen. n The childminder plans regular outings in their local area. She takes them on nature walks in woods and parks. She teaches children the names of the different plants and animals they observe. Children gain an understanding of the changes that happen over the seasons. The childminder draws children's attention to the weather and seasonal features, such as leaves and acorns falling from trees in autumn. n There are well-established partnerships with the school that children also attend. The childminder and school exchange relevant information to ensure consistency

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need to do better?

and continuity in children's care and learning. They both value this important partnership, that supports children's well-being and progress in their learning. n The childminder takes time to review the quality of her setting. She has made recent changes to the organisation of resources in the playroom. This is to focus more precisely on children's current interests and next steps in their learning. She observes that children are now more motivated and engaged as they play and explore.

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need to do better?

2 November 2022 n The childminder ensures that all mandatory training, such as first aid, is completed in the required timescales. However, she is not currently focused on identifying opportunities to strengthen her good teaching skills further. n Children are well behaved and show good levels of cooperation with daily routines. They take care of the resources and help to tidy up before lunch. The childminder manages any minor disputes in appropriate ways. Children learn the impact of their behaviour on others. They build the foundations that nurture friendships with other children. n Parents are unanimous in their praise for the childminder. They describe her warm and friendly manner, which provides much reassurance, especially when they first leave children in her care. Parents say they are amazed with the activities that the childminder plans for the children. They know what their children are learning and are given excellent ideas to support this at home.

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n The childminder deepens children's understanding of different locations and cultures. She takes children on trips, for example, to the seaside, to help them recognise the unique features of different environments. She teaches children how some cultures celebrate events that are special to them. Children begin to recognise and appreciate the diverse ways that people live in the modern world.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder shows a robust understanding of safeguarding. She accesses regular training to help her develop her knowledge further. The childminder knows the signs that would cause her to be concerned about a child's welfare. She knows precisely what are her responsibilities in reporting any concerns to the relevant services. The childminder's home is well maintained and resources are suitable for the different ages of children who attend. She carries out regular risk assessments to ensure children are kept safe and well. She talks to children about potential hazards, so they begin to understand how to keep themselves safe.

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should:

n explore ways to continue to strengthen the quality of teaching, to further enhance the learning opportunities for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2591891 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 10251265 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 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020 and lives in Doncaster. She operates all year round, Tuesday to Thursday, from 8am to 6pm, 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 provision. n The inspector viewed the childminding provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about how she organises the curriculum. n The childminder provided the inspector with relevant documentation, including evidence of her suitability to work with children. n The childminder and inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity. n The inspector spoke to parents to gain their views.

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Inspection activities

2 November 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

2 November 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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