Childminder in Rotherham

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's home is warm and welcoming. For instance, children's work is displayed around the childminder's house, and photos of their time with the childminder are shown on a screen. As children wake up, they are comfortable to go to the childminder for a snuggle, before they start playing. Children explore the toys and pull them out of boxes. Their eyes light up as they press buttons and lights and music play. Children are delighted when they find cups hidden under cups.

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The provision is good

Children stand at the window and watch the birds eat the food they have put out for them. They enjoy watching the eggs in the nest and seeing them hatch. Babies pull themselves up onto equipment that has been adapted for this purpose. They cruise along furniture to see the birds too. Children enjoy walks in the local woods and trips to the 'Tropical Butterfly House', where they see armadillos. They enjoy art and craft activities to help them understand the world around them. For example, they make poppies for Remembrance Day and design patterns for their hands for Diwali.

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The provision is good

Children are very well behaved and they choose what they want to play with. The childminder celebrates their achievements with praise and awards, such as certificates. Children are proud of what they achieve.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is very knowledgeable about children and their interests. She knows what they need to learn next. The childminder reviews this information and shares this with parents, so that learning can be extended at home. The childminder adapts activities and resources. This ensures they are suitable for all children's ages, and are sequenced well to build upon their abilities. n The childminder involves children in their learning experience. They receive certificates and collect awards as they achieve. For example, when they show a 'can-do' attitude, they collect a superhero sticker. Children are excited to learn and are proud of their achievements. n The childminder comments on children's play. She is encouraging and exciting. Her passion and energy for children's learning connects with children. They listen to the childminder well and follow her instructions. n Children's independence skills thrive as they explore by themselves. Older

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children have choices and the childminder encourages them to vote for what to do next. Children feel valued and lead their own learning experiences. n Babies are very physical in their play and love exploring. They climb into boxes to reach toys and lift plastic cups to find one underneath. They laugh excitedly as they find a new one. However, the variety of activities available does not

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24 November 2022 enable opportunities for younger children to develop their fine motor skills. n The childminder is passionate about literacy and language, and children's communication skills are strong. For example, children enjoy visiting the woods to hear environmental sounds. Their names are written next to photographs so they start to recognise them. Children visit the library to choose books to read at the childminder's house. n Partnerships with parents are very good. Parents are highly complimentary about the progress their children make. They love receiving updates on their children's learning and daily photographs. n The childminder offers children lots of experiences to learn about the world around them. Children enjoy taking part in art and craft activities when exploring a topic, such as 'All About Me' or 'Autumn'. The childminder engages with children in lots of back-and-forth conversations. This supports children's

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need to do better?

understanding of the world and builds their vocabulary. n The childminder explores festivals and cultures through monthly topics. Children complete art and craft activities and talk about Diwali and Remembrance Day. However, children are not given opportunities to reflect on their differences, for example, by making connections between themselves and the festivals or celebrations. This would help children understand what makes them unique. n Behaviour is very good. The childminder has clear boundaries and behavioural expectations. Children are aware of the routines. The childminder adapts these when changes are needed. For example, when babies show they are hungry, she starts lunch early.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has very good understanding of safeguarding. She knows how to keep children safe and who to report to. The childminder has a good knowledge of local safeguarding issues, such as county lines. She creates safe spaces in the home by using partitioned gates to keep children of all ages safe. She also creates space for the older children so they can talk. The childminder keeps the younger children safe, for example, by being aware of the small parts in toys. On outings, children learn about road safety, so they know the risks too.

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should:

n develop the variety of activities that are available for younger children, to enhance their fine motor skills and build their finger muscles n explore ways to allow children to reflect on their differences and understand what makes them unique.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY411415 Local authority Rotherham Inspection number 10235418 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 10 Date of previous inspection 13 March 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Dinnington, Sheffield. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 2. She accepts funding 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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. 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.

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Inspection activities

24 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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24 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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