Childminder in North Lincolnshire

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 has high expectations for children's behaviour. She sensitively reminds children to say 'please' and 'thank you' at appropriate times. Children respond positively to her prompts. They are very polite and considerate of others. Children enjoy taking responsibility for small tasks, for example cleaning the table at snack time or handing out drinks to each other. The childminder teaches children how to play safely. She explains the importance of being aware of other children when they are playing to ensure everyone's safety. Children learn to use tools and equipment safely.

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The provision is good

Children listen to each other and share ideas as they play together. They make up games, such as pretending to be different animals and feeding the dolls. Children show much cooperation as they interact with each other. The childminder uses books and pictures effectively to teach children about the different emotions they may experience. Children begin to understand the different ways people show how they are feeling. The childminder teaches children new words such as 'delighted' and 'calm'. Children learn to express their feelings and understand how others may be feeling. They build strong friendships with each other and develop strong social skills.

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n Children show much affection for the childminder and respond to her calm and consistent manner. The childminder is always available if children need a cuddle or some reassurance. She involves children in planning the day's activities. Children gain confidence to express their preferences and are motivated to learn. n The childminder promotes children's good health. She prepares a range of healthy snacks and meals. The childminder talks to children about good hygiene practices, such as washing their hands before eating. Children begin to understand how they can look after their bodies through their lifestyle choices. n The childminder encourages children to attempt new physical challenges, such as balancing on top of a ramp. She praises their efforts and explains the importance of staying still so they do not fall off. Children listen carefully and follow her guidance. They gain confidence to enhance their physical skills and

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build their body strength. n The childminder plans a curriculum that is generally broad and creative. Children make progress over time, especially in their understanding of the natural world. The childminder knows what she wants children to learn by the time they go to school. However, at times, the childminder's planning is not sufficiently focused on the current learning needs of different children. This means that sometimes she plans activities that are not precisely tailored to what children need to learn next.

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30 January 2024 n Children become increasingly independent over time. They put on their coats and shoes in preparation for going for a walk. Children manage their self-care needs with increasing confidence over time. The childminder ensures that resources are accessible for children. This helps children to become adept at selecting what they want to use as they play. n Parents value the commitment that the childminder shows for their children. They describe her setting as a 'home from home' and know their children are safe and happy. Parents say that their children have flourished during their time in the childminder's setting. n Children develop a love of stories. The childminder is quick to respond when children bring her a book to read. Children enjoy revisiting their favourite stories and repeat the phrases they have learned. The childminder encourages children to predict what might happen as she reads new stories to them. She praises

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children for their good ideas. Children have many opportunities to use their imaginations and develop their language skills during story times. n The childminder uses local amenities to teach children about their community. She plans regular visits to local parks and the library. The childminder takes children on trips to explore natural habitats, such as the woods. Children learn how these places change across the seasons. They talk about the importance of taking care of the environment and living things.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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should:

n plan more precisely for each child's next steps in learning during activities, so they make even better progress over time.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY493828 Local authority North Lincolnshire Inspection number 10305350 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 11 Date of previous inspection 19 February 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in East Halton, near Immingham. She operates all year round, from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. She holds a relevant qualification at level 5.

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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 her evaluation of the setting. n The childminder discussed her curriculum intent with the inspector and what she wants children to learn. n The inspector spoke to parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The childminder provided evidence that the required policies and procedures are in place.

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Inspection activities

30 January 2024 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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30 January 2024 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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