Childminder in Leeds

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 June 2015 21 January 2011

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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 provides a warm and welcoming environment where each child is respected and valued.  The childminder plans a broad range of well-planned activities for children which help them to make very good progress in their learning.  The well-qualified childminder is particularly skilled in developing children's communication and language skills. Children are articulate and confident during their play and interactions with the childminder.  The childminder works in close partnership with parents, grandparents and staff at the local pre-school. This means that children's learning is effectively supported at home and in other settings.  Children follow good hygiene routines. They enjoy a well-balanced menu, which promotes their good health.  Children behave well and enjoy helping the childminder keep the environment tidy and safe.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder's evaluation of practice does not focus sharply enough on specific areas for professional development.  Children's already good opportunities to learn about the natural world are not maximised to extend their learning to the highest level.

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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

 focus more sharply on identifying specific professional development needs so that training is targeted to areas that will maximise children's achievements  provide even more resources for children to learn about the natural world, such as a small vegetable plot.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home, both inside and in the garden.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents by reading their written testimonies.  The inspector looked at children's records, planning documentation, and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides an exciting range of well-planned activities which promote children's progress across the seven areas of learning. Children choose from the wide selection of toys and resources that are available. Consequently, they develop independence. Young children are excited to learn about planting sunflowers. They enjoy reading books about how plants grow and learn new words, such as 'stem' and 'bud'. This supports children's language development. They gain essential skills for the future, asking questions and solving problems, which helps ensure that they are well prepared for their move on to school. The childminder introduces mathematical concepts within children's play; for example, she asks children if pots are 'full' or 'half full' as they scoop soil into pots for their sunflower seeds. Planning and assessment arrangements are precise and focus on children's individual needs. This means that children make good, and sometimes

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good

The childminder's home is safe and welcoming. Children have positive relationships with the childminder; they enjoy cuddles, praise and consistent reassurance. This supports their emotional well-being. Children are confident and manage their personal needs very well. For example, young children know to wash their hands when they come in from the garden and do this with minimal support. Children have opportunities to be active and engage in physical play, both in the garden and while on outings. They know why this is important to their health. The childminder helps children to develop a good understanding of the world; for example, she takes children to a performance at the local library about life in the Caribbean. The childminder is beginning to provide opportunities for children to learn about the natural world. However, this does not currently extend to including resources, such as a vegetable plot in the garden. The childminder has a good

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good

understanding of her responsibilities to safeguard children. This means she implements policies and safe working practices to support children's health, safety and well-being.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements and how to safeguard children's welfare. She is committed to delivering high standards. The childminder attends general training opportunities. However, she does not seek out training to improve specific elements of practice and raise children's achievements to the highest level. The childminder keeps a close check on how children are progressing with their learning. She works closely with the local pre-school and regularly meets with staff to discuss children's progress. This means that there is a robust system of monitoring in place that helps maintain continuity between settings. The childminder keeps parents and grandparents fully informed about children's progress using a variety of communication methods.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 320848 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 868672 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 13

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 21 January 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2000 and lives in the Rawdon area of Leeds. She operates all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. Hours are flexible to suit the needs of families. The childminder holds an appropriate level 3 qualification.

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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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