Childminder in Doncaster

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder describes how she will use her knowledge of the early years foundation stage to plan activities that include the different areas of learning. She understands that children learn through play. The childminder will work closely with parents and external agencies should she have any concerns about a child's development. n The childminder recognises that communication and language are important areas of focus for young children. She describes how she will use daily conversations and effective questioning techniques to develop children's language. n The childminder recognises the importance of promoting a healthy lifestyle. She will encourage good hygiene practices, such as handwashing and healthy eating. The childminder will use the garden and the school runs to provide children with daily exercise and fresh air. n The childminder intends to gather information from parents about what children

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already know and can do before they start at the setting. This will help her to plan what they need to learn next. The childminder confidently talks about how she will support children to make progress. Through discussion, she explains how she will develop an ambitious curriculum for each child that follows their interests and their learning needs. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She explains how she will lead by example to promote positive behaviour and foster respect. The childminder says that she will encourage sharing and taking turns through group games and activities. She discusses how she will support children to become independent in their self-care skills, such as dressing and toileting. The childminder describes how these skills will help to prepare children for school. n The childminder has a clear understanding of circumstances that may affect her suitability to be a childminder. She knows what changes and events need to be

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reported to Ofsted. n The childminder plans to regularly evaluate her practice. She understands the importance of keeping her knowledge up to date to help develop her teaching skills over time.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY423434 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 10354511 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 29 November 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Mexborough, South Yorkshire. She works alongside another registered childminder. During term time, the childminder operates from 7am to 9am and 3pm to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday. During school holidays, she operates from 7am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder does not operate during bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n Although there were no children in the early years age group present at the time of this inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years. n The inspector spoke to children, to find out about their time at the setting. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development, with a particular focus on communication and language. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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18 September 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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