Childminder, Out-of school day care in Sheffield

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

Children feel safe and eager to explore in this home-from-home setting. The childminder knows children well and provides many activities that children are interested in. For example, children express excitement as they set up a bubble machine. They enjoy singing and dancing to their favourite songs on a speaker. The childminder shows an interest in children's lives as she talks to them about the clubs that they have been taking part in at school.

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This provision meets requirements

Children behave well and understand what is expected of them. The childminder uses regular praise to encourage children's good behaviour. Older children sit alongside younger children as they make marks on the chalkboard. They sit at the table to eat a meal together, and they play contently in the garden together. Children build secure relationships and bonds with each other.

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This provision meets requirements

The childminder supports the youngest children to develop their language and communication skills. For example, she adds on extra words when children talk to her as she repeats back what they say. She sits alongside children as they play and comments on what they are doing. This contributes further to children's development outside of school.

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need to do better?

n The childminder finds out information about children when they first start. She finds out about their likes, dislikes, interests and needs. Alongside regular observations, the childminder uses this information to plan daily activities that she knows children will enjoy while still providing opportunities for children to choose for themselves. n Children benefit from a wide choice of activities and resources. They have space and time to relax with a favourite film if they wish to do so or to draw and do craft activities. While older children enjoy the variety each day, the childminder does not always consider how she could best organise activities and spaces. Sometimes, younger children can not always see what is available for them to choose or access so that they have the same variety as older children. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She reminds them what is expected of them and explains why. For example, the childminder

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need to do better?

explains to children why they need to wear shoes outdoors so that they do not hurt their feet. She gives older children responsibilities, such as helping to prepare tea so that they feel a sense of belonging. n The childminder offers children praise and encouragement to help develop their confidence and self-esteem. Children demonstrate their independence as they remember that they need to wash their hands before they eat or after they have

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need to do better?

8 June 2023 been playing outside. The childminder teaches children to be kind to the family pet, and they feed the birds together outdoors. Children learn about the world around them. n Children enjoy exploring their local community. On their way back from school, they look for fruit, flowers and wildlife. Children enjoy walking, running and jumping as they explore the large outdoor space. They practise using their arm muscles as they dig in the mud and climb up ladders. The childminder encourages children to be active. n The childminder supports children who may need further help. She works alongside the schools and other settings that children attend to share information about children's development and discusses how she can further contribute towards children's ongoing development. The childminder communicates regularly with parents to discuss their children's needs. This helps all children to feel settled and cared for during their time with the childminder.

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need to do better?

n The childminder regularly evaluates her practice. She asks children what they have enjoyed and what they would like to do next. The childminder undertakes regular training to develop her knowledge and practice. For example, she has recently completed further safeguarding training to keep her understanding up to date.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands her responsibilities to keep children safe. She ensures that children are always supervised and keeps the premises, including the garden secure. The childminder has effective risk assessment processes, such as checking the garden, for any hazards before children play outside. She has a good knowledge of the signs that a child may be suffering from harm or abuse. The childminder knows what action she must take to ensure that children receive immediate support when needed. This includes knowledge of the 'Prevent' duty. The childminder has ensured that she has undertaken an appropriate first-aid training course.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY475880 Local authority Sheffield Inspection number 10258249 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 6 Date of previous inspection 14 June 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Manor Park, Sheffield. She operates before and after school, from 7am to 8.45am and from 3pm to 8pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together. They discussed how the childminder organises activities for children. n Children spoke to the inspector about activities they enjoy when they attend the setting. n The inspector observed the childminder's interactions with children and spoke to her about her training and support. n The childminder showed the inspector a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

8 June 2023 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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