Childminder in Leeds

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 June 2015 28 June 2010

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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 relaxed, fun and homely environment where each child is respected and valued.  The childminder plans an exciting range of learning experiences for children, both indoors and outside. Therefore, children are motivated, eager to explore and develop a love of learning.  The childminder is warm and welcoming. As a result, children look forward to their time at the setting and form strong attachments with the childminder.  The childminder works closely with other local childminders. They review one another's practice which has a positive impact on the quality of the childminder's interactions with children.  The childminder places a high priority on keeping children safe. She attends safeguarding training to keep her knowledge up to date and provides parents with useful information about how to keep their children safe at home.  Children behave well. The childminder uses a range of strategies to promote children's

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This provision is good

self-esteem and offers appropriate praise. They develop a sense of responsibility as they enjoy helping her in simple tasks, such as keeping the garden tidy.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not make full use of the partnerships she has with professionals to ensure that tracked assessments of children's learning are shared.  The childminder's current methods of communication are not always successful in fully engaging younger parents in their children's learning and development.

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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

 strengthen the arrangements for sharing assessment records with external agencies, in order to more effectively support children's learning  explore a wider range of methods of communication to actively engage all parents in supporting their children's learning at home.

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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 written testimonials.  The inspector looked at children's learning records, planning documentation and other documentation including policies and procedures.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder uses her extensive knowledge and understanding of how children learn to provide an exciting range of activities for children. Children particularly benefit from a well-resourced outdoor area. For example, children enjoy using magnifying glasses to look for mini-beasts. As a result, they learn about the natural world. Children benefit from prolonged periods of uninterrupted play, such as when they are fascinated by pouring water and moving soil from one area to another. This means that children develop essential skills for the future as they are motivated, engaged and learn to think critically. This prepares them well for the move on to their next stage in their learning. The childminder works in close partnership with parents and other professionals to support children's care through a shared approach. However, the childminder does not share more precise information from her tracked assessments of children's learning to support

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good

The childminder's home is safe and welcoming. Children have positive relationships with the childminder as they enjoy cuddles, praise and reassurance. This supports their emotional well-being. Children have plenty of opportunities to be active and engage in physical activity in the outdoor area and while on outings in the local community. Children attend local toddler groups to develop their social skills and confidence. The childminder helps children develop a good understanding of the diverse community in the locality. For example, children learned about traditions connected with Chinese New Year. The childminder is a good role model and plays alongside children to help them understand how to share and take turns. This means that children develop good manners and behave well.

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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 reviews risks in the environment and teaches children how to stay safe. For example, during the walk to school young children are taught road safety. The childminder is committed to promoting good quality provision and attends training, such as Every child a talker. This has a positive impact on the quality of children's learning. Systems to evaluate what is working and what needs to improve are developing well. The childminder regularly seeks the views of children and parents but does not always uses methods of communication that are more suited to the needs of younger parents. The childminder keeps a close eye on how well children are doing and shares this with parents. She is in regular contact with external agencies to ensure that children are protected and their care needs are met. Effective systems for planning and

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provision is good

assessment result in children having good quality learning opportunities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 319519 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 868583 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 28 June 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1988 and lives in the Headingly area of Leeds. She operates all year round from 7am to 5.45pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and 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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