Childminder in Bradford

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27/12/2012 06/01/2011

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: 3 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder plans varied and interesting activities and games which develop children's skills and abilities appropriately, across the seven areas of learning.  Children adopt safe behaviours because the childminder is a good role model. He re- affirms safe and expected boundaries so that children know what they can and cannot do.  The childminder continually reviews his own practice, attending training events to update his knowledge and skills. This benefits children's good health and learning.  Children feel safe and secure because of the strong relationship between them and the childminder. This is enhanced as he maintains all required and many additional records and documents. He is very aware of the safeguarding requirements of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 Partnerships with other settings are not fully in place, to secure continuity of learning and experiences for the children between settings.  The process of self-evaluation is not sufficiently robust.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are scheduled:  at least once in every inspection cycle. The current cycle ends on 31 July 2016  more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged as inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage; or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised for inspection where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the two main downstairs rooms and outside. The inspector spoke with both childminders throughout the course of the inspection.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at children's folders, containing observations including children's individual next steps, children's assessments and the planning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at the childminder's self-evaluation form and a selection of policies and procedures.  The inspector took account of the views of parents presented in questionnaires.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 2010. He lives with his wife and child aged two years. His wife is a registered childminder and works alongside him in Holme Wood, Bradford. The whole of the ground floor of the property is used for childminding.

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Information about the setting

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently 14 children on roll in the early years age range. The childminder is able to drive or walk to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools. The setting provides care during all week days, all year round. The setting has close partnership links with the local authority quality improvement teams.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 extend partnership working with other providers to enable continuity of learning and experiences for the children between settings

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 develop robust self-evaluation systems to clearly identify future development and include parents and children in the process.

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who attend

The childminder provides varied and interesting activities and games which children thoroughly enjoy. He plans effectively across the seven areas of learning, ensuring that children's skills and abilities are developed well. He demonstrates a secure understanding of how children learn, adapting the practice to meet their spontaneous needs and interests. Observations and assessments are clear and precise, detailing what children can do and what they need to do next to continue to progress. The childminder uses this information skilfully to identify each child's achievement level and any need for additional support. He communicates well with parents and carers, sharing good practice ideas with them so that they are fully engaged in all aspects of their child's learning and development. As a result, children consistently display the characteristics of effective learning. For example, children are happy and settled because the childminder is a positive

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who attend

role model. He speaks kindly and politely to the children, forming strong and trusting bonds with them and building positive relationships.

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who attend

Children enjoy a good balance of active play and restful routines which accommodate their daily needs and foster their enthusiasm to join in with fun games. They develop their physical skills and coordination as they make shapes and models with malleable materials. Children confidently choose different areas of play, expressing their own thoughts and ideas. They make marks and patterns using a variety of writing and drawing materials which help them to develop their sensory and spatial awareness, as well as developing the skills they will need when they are ready to form recognisable words. Children listen carefully to what the childminder says, engaging in preparations for their self-care routines. They suggest their own ideas for the next stage of their play, expressing their wish to play outside, demonstrating familiarity with the routines of the day. The childminder encourages children to talk about what they see, hear and touch during their

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who attend

play and activities, For example, asking children to express their imagination and to explore how things work as they discuss the ball spinning machine game. This helps to develop children's language and thinking.

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who attend

The childminder has good links with local schools and he is able to deliver and collect the children. Children's care and learning is discussed to aid transitions. However, information is currently not shared effectively to consistently ensure continuity of learning across the different settings.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder provides loving and consistent care for each child, helping them to settle quickly and separate happily from their parents. He gives children time to decide what they want to do, whilst gently guiding them towards the use of outdoor activities. He provides interesting books and toys and celebrates different festivals which help children to understand the diverse world. As a result, children become confident and eager to participate in a broad range of events within the childminder's home and in the wider community.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder pays close attention to children's safety, supervising them closely whilst enabling them to move freely around the home. He introduces children to safety awareness activities, such as practising the safe use of the swings, so that they know how to play safe independently outdoors. Children learn to share and take turns in their play and daily routines, developing considerate attitudes towards others. The childminder re- affirms safe and expected boundaries so that children understand what they can and cannot do, particularly during their robust and active play. This helps them to adopt safe behaviour without limiting their fun and enjoyment.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children learn how to follow good health and hygiene routines from an early age and benefit from freshly prepared meals and snacks which are healthy and nutritious. They enjoy outings and play in the garden. This ensures children enjoy exercise each day. This encourages children to embrace a healthy lifestyle. For example, children eagerly explore the garden, taking off their shoes to play in the sand and pushing the swing. They enjoy water play and this inspires extended play activity games around physical movement. This provides ideal opportunities for children to move in a range of ways and to gain confidence in their developing physical abilities. The childminder has good links with the parents and their care arrangements are discussed fully to embed strong care transitions.

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provision

The childminder has a well-developed understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. He systematically plans activities to promote the prime areas of learning and includes the specific areas of learning as appropriate. Consequently, he is laying a strong foundation for children's further learning and development. The childminder frequently reviews activities and reflects on the planning and the assessment of progress to keep parents informed about the children's achievements. He attends regular meetings to enhance his understanding of early years issues and accesses training to increase his knowledge.

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provision

Safeguarding is good because the childminder is trained and understands child protection procedures and the importance of the Local Safeguarding Children Board. Systems and documents are in place to protect the children at all times. For example, the childminder is experienced in working with social service professionals and maintaining robust documentation. There is a comprehensive child protection policy in place which includes how mobile phones and digital cameras are used and managed in the home. Children are kept safe as risk assessments are completed and reviewed constantly. Supervision levels are appropriate to the children in their care and children are supported in managing their own risk.

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provision

The childminder has forged positive relationships with parents. These ensure that he has the necessary information to meet the children's individual requirements, such as their personal, health and dietary needs. Parents receive verbal feedback at the end of each day. For example, information on meal times and the activities children have been engaged in during the day. In addition, parents have good access to children's individual 'Learning Journeys.' The parents confirm through letters and feedback sheets, that they highly value the care and support their children receive from the joint childminder's.

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provision

He has completed a written self-evaluation form and has written a self-improvement plan which highlights some plans for the future. However, effective systems to enable him to robustly monitor and evaluate the provision and strategies to enable him to feed in the views obtained from parents are still in the early stages. As a result, he has only recently begun to clearly identify areas for improvement in order for him to implement a plan for continued development.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Satisfactory Satisfactory provision is performing less well than expectations in one or more of the key areas. It requires improvement in order to be good. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be inspected again within 12 months of the date of this inspection.

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Grade Judgement Description

Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY393083 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 894762 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 20

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted', which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk.

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

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Type of provision

Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises that are usually their own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Type of provision

Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

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