Childminder in Bradford

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 July 2015 Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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

 Teaching is good. Children are eager and motivated to become involved in the activities and experiences the childminder provides. All children make good progress in their learning and development.  The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibility with regard to protecting children in her care from abuse and neglect. She has a good range of policies and procedures and knows what action to take if she has any concerns about children's welfare.  The childminder has developed effective partnerships with parents and regularly shares information about their children's learning. Parents are given ideas about how to support their children's learning at home, which contributes to the good progress they make.  The childminder is patient and attentive, and provides a caring and nurturing environment, where children are happy and settled. She knows children and their families well and builds strong relationships with them. Children feel safe and secure

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This provision is good

and their emotional well-being is assured.  Children who speak English as an additional language are extremely well supported. Children make rapid progress in English, which ensures they achieve well and are prepared for the next stage in their learning, including starting school when the time comes.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasion, the childminder does not monitor children's learning and development precisely.

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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

 improve the precision of assessments so that gaps in learning are identified when more-able children are present.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector toured the premises and observed the childminder and children in the downstairs rooms of the house and the garden.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at a selection of children's records and policies, and checked evidence of the childminder's suitability and all people living on the premises.  The inspector made observations of, and discussed the outcome of, a planned activity with the childminder.  The inspector took into account written comments from parents.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder routinely asks parents to share what they know about their children's learning and development. Children are motivated and are effectively gaining the skills and attitudes they need for their future learning. Children's language development is fostered well. The childminder uses stories and singing to develop children's vocabulary, listening and attention skills. She provides many opportunities for children to develop their fine finger movements. Children demonstrate good hand control as they hold pencils and pens correctly. Children's mathematical skills are developing very well. Young children can count confidently and are skilfully supported to add one more in different activities. The childminder makes the most of her local area and broadens children's learning by taking them to local parks, libraries and playgroups. In addition, she celebrates a wide number of festivals and includes parents in these celebrations. This helps to develop children's social

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who attend. This is good

skills, knowledge of their own community and the wider world.

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good

The childminder works closely with parents to make sure that settling-in procedures are flexible and meet children's individual needs. She provides consistent routines and boundaries. Children behave well and understand what is expected of them. Children's good health is promoted. Children enjoy nutritious snacks and meals, and regular opportunities to exercise outside in the fresh air. Children's independence is fully supported. They are confident when selecting toys they wish to play with and carry out small tasks for themselves, such as getting their own drink and getting their friends a drink. The childminder regularly discusses road safety and practises the fire evacuation drill with the children. This helps them to learn about the different ways they can keep themselves safe.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder evaluates the quality of her setting. She takes into account the views of parents, children and local authority support workers, who she meets with regularly. The childminder sets targets to work towards to ensure continuous improvement. She keeps up to date with changes in the legal requirements through her memberships of early years organisations and attends training including safeguarding and first aid. This helps to ensure children are protected from harm, and first-aid and medical emergencies can be dealt with swiftly. The childminder completes regular observations and assessments of children's development and learning. However, sometimes her assessments of children's learning do not always give an accurate record of their achievements. This slightly reduces the childminder's ability to challenge more able children and identify gaps in children

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provision is good

needing additional support. Nevertheless, the childminder is aware of how to access specialist support for children when needed. Parents' written comments show how they value the care and learning the childminder provides for their children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY440626 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 956972 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012. She lives in Bradford, West Yorkshire. She works Monday to Sunday from 8am to 9pm, all year round 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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