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

Children show much enjoyment as the childminder joins in with their play. They listen carefully to her and respond very positively. The childminder checks what children have learned, for example, by playing games that involve counting. She uses this information to build on what children know and can do. Children become proficient at counting in the correct order and recognising numerals. The childminder praises children's efforts, which supports their confidence and self- esteem.

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The provision is good

The childminder is consistently caring and calm in her manner. Children form strong bonds with her, which nurture their emotional well-being. They are very settled and happy in her care. The childminder plans the sessions, so children get a good balance of physical activity and rest. She ensures that the daily routines are flexible to meet the needs of children.

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The provision is good

Children are very well behaved and extremely polite. They say 'please' and 'thank you' without adult prompts. The childminder teaches children the rules of games that involve taking turns. Children wait patiently until it is time for them to play. They listen to each other with interest. Children develop the skills that support their social development and ability to make friends with others.

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need to do better?

n The childminder plans her curriculum around the individual learning needs of children. She adapts her teaching to the different developmental stages of children. Children make progress over time and develop the skills that will support them as they go to school. n The childminder teaches children about personal safety, both in her setting and on visits. She encourages them to put toys away after they have finished playing. She talks to the children about road safety and the importance of staying together when they are out. Children know that following these rules will help them to stay safe and well. n Children show much curiosity as they play and explore. They ask why only some magnets stick together when they are trying to make a structure with them. The childminder demonstrates how magnets work to support children's understanding. Children learn that some materials work in specific ways. n The childminder promotes children's independence in their self-care skills. She

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need to do better?

works closely with parents, for example, when children are ready to use a toilet on their own. Children know they need to wash their hands at appropriate times during the day. They begin to understand the factors that support their overall health and physical well-being. n The childminder makes excellent use of the local area to support children's

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26 February 2024 understanding of the world. She takes the children to a farm where they learn about the animals. Children are keen to tell her they remember feeding the animals. The childminder plans nature walks for children to teach them about the plants and animals that live in certain habitats. n Parents praise the quality of care their children receive in the childminder's setting. They know their children are safe and happy. Parents say they are kept well informed about what their children have learned. They value the strong partnerships between home and the setting. n The childminder ensures that all mandatory training is done within required timescales. She has recently completed safeguarding training to keep her knowledge up to date. However, the childminder is less proactive in accessing professional development opportunities to develop her teaching skills further. n Children have many opportunities to listen to stories. The childminder makes

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need to do better?

sure that their favourite books are available for them to read together. She takes the children to book events that are organised by the library and local school. Children talk about their favourite books and story characters. This supports their early literacy skills and love of reading. n The childminder develops good links with other settings that children are going to attend. She shares relevant information with them, so children experience a smooth transition. She promotes a consistent approach in meeting children's individual care and learning needs.

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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 identify opportunities for professional development to develop the quality of teaching to the highest level, so children achieve even better outcomes.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY227069 Local authority North Lincolnshire Inspection number 10229471 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 3 Date of previous inspection 15 February 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2002 and is located in Brigg, South Humberside. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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 also took account of their written testimonials. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n The childminder provided evidence that required policies and procedures are in place.

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Inspection activities

26 February 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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Inspection activities

26 February 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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