Childminder in Wakefield

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 January 2015 26 July 2011

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Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Requires improvement The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Requires improvement The setting does not meet legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision requires improvement. It is not yet good because:

 The childminder has not maintained a current paediatric first-aid certificate.  The childminder does not consistently gather information from parents about what children can do on entry to the setting. As a result, she does not have a complete picture of all children's learning.  The childminder does not always use her assessments of children's progress to fully inform planning for their future learning.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder supports children who speak English as an additional language. She makes good use of visual signs and simple words in the children's home languages. As a result, all children develop their confidence in communication and language.  The childminder's home is warm and welcoming. Children are able to independently access resources they find interesting. As a result, children enjoy their time in the setting.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 obtain and maintain a current paediatric first aid certificate  target children's learning more precisely by fully taking account of what parents know about what their child can already do, and use this information more effectively to plan for the child's future development.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 ensure that they have an appropriate first aid qualification (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  ensure that they have an appropriate first aid qualification (voluntary part of the Childcare Register).

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home.  The inspector evaluated a planned activity with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's records, planning documentation, and a range of other documentation including, certificates and suitability checks.

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who attend. This requires improvement

The childminder makes regular assessments of progress and achievements but she does not always use this information effectively. In addition, she is not always successful at gathering information about what each child can do on entry to her setting. As a result, she does not have a complete picture of what all children can do to inform planning for their future learning. The childminder listens very carefully to what children are saying. She asks children simple questions and gives them time to think and respond. The childminder invites children to complete a weather chart. They eagerly describe the weather to her, correctly name the day and identify the date. This helps to promote children's interest in the world outside and builds on their recognition of numbers and words. Children are engrossed in creating their own picture. The childminder is nearby to support them and skilfully introduces shape, size and colour. When children find a star

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who attend. This requires improvement

they sing a line from a popular rhyme. The childminder joins in and helps them to successfully complete the song.

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good

Children have developed a strong emotional bond with the childminder. They are happy, and there are lots of smiles and laughter as they play. Parents comment positively on the settling-in process and how it helped their children to settle in quickly. Children benefit from daily walks within the local community and enjoy visits to farms and soft play areas. The childminder also teaches children to help themselves to a drink when they are thirsty and how to wash their hands thoroughly. This helps to promote children's physical development and their understanding of a healthy lifestyle. The childminder plans regular small group activities that encourage children to share, take turns and speak out within a group. The childminder effectively promotes children's independence skills, such as fastening their coats and putting on their own shoes. This helps children to be well prepared and emotionally ready for their next stage in learning.

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provision requires improvement

The childminder understands her role and responsibilities in meeting the learning and development requirements. She has correctly evaluated the quality of her provision and is clear about the areas that she needs to improve. The childminder has identified that she needs support in developing the use of her assessments to help her be more precise in her planning. However, she has not identified all her training needs swiftly enough. Consequently, she has allowed her first-aid certificate to recently expire. Although this means a legal requirement is not met, she has booked training to update this and is confident in what to do in an emergency to protect children's health and well-being. The childminder provides parents with regular information about what their children are achieving and their general well-being. This promotes partnership with parents. The childminder is clear about the procedures to follow to ensure children are protected from

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provision requires improvement

abuse or neglect. This helps to safeguard children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY420525 Local authority Wakefield Inspection number 880006 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 26 July 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Wakefield. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except family holidays.

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Telephone number

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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Telephone number

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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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