Childminder in Leeds

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 August 2015 4 October 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 has a very good understanding of how children learn. The quality of her teaching is good and some is outstanding. She plans for children's ongoing development and next steps. All children make good progress in their learning and some make rapid progress.  Safeguarding procedures are robust. The childminder fully understands her responsibility in protecting children and keeping them safe from harm. Children demonstrate that they feel very safe and secure in the childminder's home.  The childminder has a calm nature and offers a very welcoming, homely environment, which helps children to settle rapidly and build very secure attachments with her. Children develop confidence and their feelings are acknowledged and supported.  Partnerships with parents are well established. The childminder and parents work together to support the care and learning needs of each individual child throughout

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This provision is good

their time with her. In addition, partnerships with schools and other professionals are strong.  The childminder supports children in developing an understanding of good hygiene routines and an awareness of leading a healthy lifestyle. She makes effective use of the local area and amenities to promote children's social skills and physical development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always give children enough time during activities for them to develop their problem-solving 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

 give children sufficient time during activities to explore their ideas and consider why things might happen.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector toured the areas of her home used for childminding purposes.  The inspector observed activities, and spoke to the childminder and the children.  The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability of the childminder and co- childminder, children's assessment records and a sample of policies.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation form and improvement plan.  The inspector considered the views of parents, provided through written feedback.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder understands the needs of the children and offers a wide range of learning experiences to promote their development. She carries out regular observations and makes accurate assessments of children's learning. Children are well supported in their play. The childminder listens carefully to what children say and clearly repeats their words so that correct speech sounds are reinforced. However, she does not always fully support children in developing their problem-solving and thinking skills. This slightly reduces their opportunities to discover why things happen for themselves. Children hold pencils using highly developed control and demonstrate their interest in writing as they draw lines and circles on their paper. During play activities the childminder skilfully creates opportunities for children to develop their mathematical understanding of counting, shape and size. Parents are especially pleased with the progress their children are making in the care of

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good

Children are cared for in a well-resourced homely environment. Children's artwork is valued and displayed in the playroom alongside attractive, informative posters. Resources are stored so that children can independently access them. Children form close bonds with the childminder and display their obvious affection for her. Children's personal, social and emotional development is effectively supported. Children are confident with the childminder because they know what is expected of them. The childminder implements consistent boundaries and routines. Children's health and well-being are supported very well. The childminder provides a wide range of opportunities for children to take part in physical exercise. Children are extremely motivated in managing their own self-care skills. Very young children respond well to the childminder's encouragement and competently put their own shoes on and fasten them with ease. Their emotional well-being is strong.

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good

Children are acquiring the attitudes and dispositions they need to be ready for the next stage in their learning, such as starting school.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibility in meeting the learning and development requirements and how to keep children safe. She implements robust safety measures to reduce the risk of accidents. The childminder effectively monitors and evaluates the experiences she provides and tracks children's learning. This enables her to identify any gaps in children's progress and seek support if necessary. The childminder demonstrates a commitment to providing high-quality care and learning experiences. She is well qualified and regularly updates her knowledge and skills, undertaking a variety of training, which impacts positively on children's learning. The childminder has a good awareness of the strengths of her provision and has identified ways to improve the service she provides. Children and parents are encouraged to suggest ways in which her service can be enhanced. The childminder works extremely effectively with her co-childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY427240 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 874501 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 4 October 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in East Ardsley, Wakefield. She works Monday to Friday from 7am to 5.30pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3. She 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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