Childminder in Bradford

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 July 2015 13 March 2012

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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 secure knowledge of the seven areas of learning. This means she plans and delivers a range of challenging activities and children are supported to make good progress.  The childminder regularly engages children in discussions and conversations. This supports their communication and language skills well.  Children's emotional well-being is promoted very well. The childminder has formed secure attachments with all the children and understands their individual needs.  Relationships are very strong at all levels. Parents' feedback demonstrates that they are well supported with children's care, learning and development and are highly satisfied with the provision.  Children develop healthy bodies through regular physical activities, fresh air and healthy options at meal and snack times.  The childminder attends training and has completed a relevant childcare qualification at level 3. She uses this well to enhance her practice.

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This provision is good

 Children are kept safe because the childminder has a good understanding of how to protect them from harm. She successfully identifies and minimises potential risks to children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always use the views of parents and children in order to help create sharply focused targets to raise the quality of the provision.  The childminder does not always provide enough opportunities to extend children's learning and thinking skills.

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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 systems for evaluating practice by including more opportunities to review and act upon the suggestions and ideas of parents and children  provide more opportunities for children to use their thinking skills and respond to challenging questions.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held discussions with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector carried out an observation of an activity outdoors and discussed the outcome with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and her qualifications. She also viewed a range of documents, including the complaints procedure and the safeguarding policy.  The inspector sampled children's assessment records and discussed with the childminder how this informs planning for children's next steps in their learning and development.  The inspector took into account the views of parents from letters written to the inspector.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder's good teaching skills enable her to engage well with children and interest them in their play and learning. For example, she plays alongside the children as they explore sensory resources. The childminder offers a wide selection of resources to enhance children's play. However, she occasionally misses opportunities to challenge their thinking even further by using purposeful questioning techniques that give them time to consider different ideas. Children are absorbed in play of their choosing and, through supportive interactions, become explorers. The childminder supports the older children's developing interests in numbers and takes opportunities to practise and develop children's counting skills. Planning is tailored to children's interests and stage of development, and is regularly shared with parents. Children enjoy a range of activities that are fun, age appropriate and interesting. Overall, children are well prepared for the next stage in their

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good

The childminder supports children's understanding of how to keep themselves safe. For example, she talks to them about walking outside. Children take responsibility for small tasks, which builds their confidence as they become more independent. The childminder has a good relationship with children, which means they are confident to ask for help when they need it. Children's self-esteem is growing because the childminder offers them praise throughout the day. Children are learning about healthy lifestyles at mealtimes and when they are physically active in the garden. In addition, they are becoming independent in their own self-care. Behaviour is good because the childminder encourages children to share and take turns. She teaches them different ways to work together.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She maintains required documentation and records to support the safe and efficient management of the setting. Since her last inspection she has developed effective systems for using assessments of children to plan for their next steps in learning. She has improved arrangements for checking children's progress so that any gaps in their development are promptly identified and addressed. She attends required training courses and makes good use of a range of opportunities to improve her knowledge of good practice. Self-evaluation is in place and the childminder knows the areas she wishes to develop. However, she does not always take full account of the views of others, or consistently consider the impact this will have on children's learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY350775 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 857457 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 22

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 13 March 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007 and lives in Bradford, West Yorkshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except family and bank holidays. The childminder has a relevant qualification at level 3 and works with a co- childminder.

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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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