Childminder in Bradford

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 August 2015 6 May 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

 Children have high levels of involvement. They are motivated and excited by the wide range of learning experiences that the childminder provides.  Teaching is good. The childminder effectively builds on children's starting points in learning. Children make good progress and develop the skills and attitudes they need for the next stage in their learning.  The childminder understands her responsibilities regarding child protection. Her home is safe and secure. She knows what to do if she has a concern about a child in her care. The childminder implements appropriate policies and procedures to protect children from harm.  The childminder's gentle approach helps children to develop an excellent sense of belonging. Children make strong emotional attachments with the childminder.  The childminder is a good role model. She has high expectations of children and helps them to share and understand each other's feelings. Children's behaviour is good.

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This provision is good

 Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents speak very highly of the childminder and value the care and learning experiences she provides for their children. Parents feel confident leaving their children in her care.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always promote children's thinking and problem-solving skills fully.

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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

 provide more opportunities for children to think and work problems out for themselves.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the children and childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at documents, including a selection of policies, children's assessments records and checked evidence of the childminder's suitability.  The inspector observed practice and the interactions between the childminder and children during play and care routines.  The inspector took into account the views of parents spoken to on the day.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides a wide range of activities to promote the seven areas of learning and support children's interests. She has a good knowledge of the children and regularly completes summaries of their progress and shares them with parents. The childminder promotes children's communication and language development very well. She takes every opportunity to talk to children, teaching them new words and developing their understanding as they play. However, occasionally the childminder does not fully promote children's thinking and problem-solving skills. She provides the answers, instead of letting children think about what might happen or how to do things themselves. Children are developing very good literacy skills. Older children recognise and name letters. They correctly hold pens and pencils to form letters and competently write their own name. The childminder provides many opportunities for children to explore nature and represent their

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who attend. This is good

ideas in creative ways. Children are developing excellent mathematical skills. They confidently use numbers and make simple calculations in their play. This helps to ensure that children are developing the skills they need for starting school.

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good

Children have good relationships with the childminder. They confidently separate from their parents on arrival and engage in activities. Children are happy and motivated as they develop independence and make choices about their play. The childminder recognises children's achievements and gives regular praise to help to build their self-esteem. Children benefit from regular physical exercise and fresh air. They make full use of the outdoors and nearby amenities to extend their learning. Children confidently manage their own personal hygiene and understand the importance of washing hands. Children's emotional well-being is strong and they are well prepared for their move to other settings. The childminder shares information about children's individual needs and progress with schools. She talks sensitively to children about what will happen when they move on.

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provision is good

The childminder understands and meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She has a range of policies and procedures that she shares with parents so that they are fully informed about her setting. The childminder effectively evaluates her practice and identifies strengths and weaknesses. She includes the views of parents and children in her self-evaluation process and welcomes their ideas and suggestions, all of which effectively support children's learning. The childminder uses tracking forms to check the progress children make over time. This highlights any gaps in children's development or progress, which if needed the childminder can access further support for children. The childminder is qualified and has continued to keep her knowledge up to date. She regularly meets with other childminders to share ideas, further improve her practice and promote good outcomes for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 302351 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 867375 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1989 and lives in the Wyke area of Bradford. She operates Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 6pm, all year round, except for 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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