Childminder in North 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

p.1

The provision is good

Children are happy within the setting and show excitement and enthusiasm during their play. They show secure attachments and affection for the childminder, interacting with her in a very positive way. Children ask her for help when needed and see her as a partner in their play. Children make good progress in their learning. Their development is assessed and the childminder puts plans in place to help them achieve their next steps. Children are helped to become independent thinkers and this is evident in their play. During a planned activity, children came up with different ways to mark make in the paint, laughing and showing great delight in following their own ideas. Children's language development is supported well by the childminder, through an abundance of conversation, stories and songs.

p.2

The provision is good

Children's behaviour is excellent and they are provided with relevant praise for following instructions and sharing resources. Children follow the setting's routine and boundaries, such as helping to tidy up with enthusiasm when asked. Children's emotional and developmental needs are well met. They thrive in the calm, purposeful and nurturing environment. Children are provided with options throughout the day. This helps to build their confidence, feelings of belonging and autonomy to make choices for themselves.

p.2

need to do better?

n The childminder knows her children well and tracks their development on a regular basis. She plans fun activities to help them meet their next steps in learning. This helps children to make good progress in their learning and they are enthusiastic to have a go. n The childminder creates an environment that is inviting and fun, clean and organised. Children are keen to attend and are soon engaged in different activities, choosing different resources from clearly labelled boxes. n Children are supported to be independent thinkers and during a planned activity, they think of their own ways to make marks in paint. The childminder skilfully follows their lead and allows them freedom to explore and make their own choices. Children have great fun painting various objects, laughing and enjoying themselves. n Conversation is at the heart of the setting and children's language and communication skills are excellent. Children recall events that have happened at

p.2

need to do better?

home. They use words correctly and learn about each other's experiences. n Children are confident to make requests, such as listening to a particular story or asking for specific resources. They are able to communicate their needs, which helps them to feel valued and that their voice is heard. Behaviour is excellent and children flourish in this supportive setting. n Children who speak English as an additional language are welcomed and some

p.2

need to do better?

11 January 2023 steps are made to help them communicate and feel safe and secure. However, the childminder has not yet implemented additional strategies to support children's communication and language skills to an even higher level. n Parents are confident that their children are safe, happy and well supported during their time with the childminder. The childminder keeps them well informed abut their day. They particularly like how she takes children out and about to learn about their local community, such as visiting the local shops and parks. n The childminder reflects on her own practice and is keen to keep improving. She wants the children in her care to receive the highest level of early education. However, the childminder has not fully explored how she can provide activities and improve her environment to a higher standard, to fully extend children's curiosity and imagination.

p.2

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

p.3

Safeguarding

The childminder undertakes regular training on safeguarding and her knowledge is strong. She has a good understanding of how to keep children safe from harm and conducts risk assessments of the indoor and outdoor environments. The childminder helps children to assess risk for themselves, through discussion and participating in activities, such as climbing trees. This helps them grow into confident and capable individuals. The childminder is vigilant and has a good understanding of different types of abuse. She knows the signs to look out for that may be indicators that abuse is happening. She knows the necessary steps to make a child protection referral to her local authority or contact the police, if appropriate.

p.3

should:

n provide an environment that celebrates children's uniqueness and supports children who speak English as an additional language to communicate effectively n extend professional knowledge, so that the curriculum delivered is even more rich and inspirational for the children who attend.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY439296 Local authority North Yorkshire Inspection number 10264595 Type of provision Childminder

p.4

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

p.4

inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 20 June 2017

p.4

Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Ripon. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

p.4

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 they ensure they are safe and suitable. n Children spoke to/communicated with the inspector during the inspection. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum had been implemented and the impact that this had on children's learning. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

p.4

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.

p.4

Inspection activities

11 January 2023 11 January 2023 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.

p.4

Inspection activities

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.6

Inspection activities

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.6

Inspection activities

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.6

Inspection activities

T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/ofsted

p.6