Childminder in Kirklees

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 June 2015 16 July 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. This is reflected in her ability to plan and deliver stimulating activities that are based around children's interests and abilities. Consequently, children make good progress in readiness for school.  The childminder offers a welcoming home environment with an interesting range of toys and play materials. Resources are well organised so that children can select things for themselves.  The childminder promotes healthy living by keeping children physically active. In addition, children learn how to take risks in a safe environment, which boosts their confidence in their own abilities. For example, they learn how to use the trampoline and slide safely.  The childminder works closely with other early years settings that children attend by sharing information about children's development. This promotes continuity of care and

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This provision is good

learning.  The childminder evaluates her practice, monitors children's learning and engages parents by discussing their suggestions and expectations. She demonstrates a good capacity for continuous improvement, as she works closely with the local authority advisers and implements new ideas to enhance children's learning opportunities.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always obtain sufficient and precise information from parents about all areas of their child's prior learning. This means she does not have a fully detailed overview, from which to plan each child's learning when they first start.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 obtain precise information from parents about what their children already know and can do when they first join the setting, in order to gain a thorough overview of each child's achievements, from which to plan for their future learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder and children during the inspection.  The inspector discussed self-evaluation.  The inspector looked at a sample of policies, documents and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder, and the suitability of other household members aged over 16 years.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides a good balance of both adult-led and child-initiated activities. She adapts her teaching to ensure that all children are interested, motivated and suitably challenged. For example, two-year-old children use their senses to discover the feel of paint as they make handprints. Four-year-old children discover the different patterns that vehicle wheels make using paint. The childminder talks with children about how the colour is changing, as they mix the blue and yellow paints together. Therefore, children make discoveries as they play. The childminder observes children and assesses their progress well. She works with parents effectively, discussing children's development to promote continuity of care and learning. However, the information she obtains from parents when children first start in her care is not always sufficient in detail. Therefore, she does not get precise information about all areas of their prior achievements to maximise learning from

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good

Children's confidence is promoted. They develop good social skills as the childminder sensitively supports their play and shows them that they are valued. The environment is well resourced and children's work is displayed on the walls, which gives them a sense of belonging. Gradual settling-in procedures are used well so that children settle quickly. The childminder ensures that children have access to their comforters from home to help them to feel secure. Children are also supported well in their move on to school. For example, children accompany the childminder to the local schools to collect older children, therefore, they are becoming familiar with the school's surroundings and routine. Children learn about the benefits of a healthy diet through activities, discussions and the daily routine. For example, they grow vegetables in the garden and help harvest and prepare their produce.

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provision is good

The well-qualified childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements, and uses her knowledge to meet the needs of children well. The childminder has a good knowledge of safeguarding issues and refreshes this regularly by attending relevant training. She considers children's safety in all areas, both inside and outside the home, and consistently promotes their welfare. Therefore, children are safe and protected. The childminder has successfully addressed previous inspection recommendations to enhance children's welfare, such as reducing the risk of cross- contamination by providing children with paper towels to dry their hands.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY320385 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 873228 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 16 July 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006 and lives in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. She operates Monday to Friday, all year round, except for family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder has an early years qualification at level 3.

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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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