Childminder, Out-of school day care in Leeds

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 October 2015 31 January 2011

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder values each child as unique and she individualises routines to support their needs. Children are self-assured and comfortable in the childminder's home because she has developed positive relationships with them.  The childminder is animated and skilfully interacts with children to make learning fun. She promotes children's communication and language skills well and helps them to develop social skills through the experiences she provides. This helps to prepare children for future learning and later moves to school.  The childminder supports children to complete routine tasks independently, relevant to their age and capabilities. This promotes children's confidence and supports them to acquire self-help skills.  The childminder has developed effective partnerships with parents. She gathers information about children's home learning and successfully uses this to complement her good teaching.

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This provision is good

 The childminder has established strong links with other settings. She exchanges information with them to promote a consistent approach to children's care and learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Outdoor activities are less effectively planned to provide rich and varied learning experiences for those children who prefer to learn outdoors.  The childminder does not follow an astute programme of professional development to develop teaching to the highest levels and improve outcomes for children.

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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

 enhance outdoor activities to provide varied and imaginative experiences for those children who prefer to learn outdoors  complete further professional development activities to raise the quality of teaching to the highest levels.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector toured the areas of the home used for childminding purposes.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other adults in the household, children's assessment records and a sample of policies.  The inspector discussed the childminder's methods of self-evaluation and plans for improvement.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector considered the views of parents, provided through written feedback.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder is highly qualified and she translates her knowledge effectively into practice. She uses self-evaluation well to identify areas of weakness and drive improvement. The childminder reflects on each activity and uses her good knowledge of individual children to review and enhance her provision. Parents' feedback is sought through discussions and satisfaction questionnaires to support this process. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a sound knowledge of child protection procedures and she knows how to refer concerns to the appropriate authorities. She effectively checks her home for hazards and minimises risks to ensure children play and learn in a safe environment.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a broad range of activities that interest and engage children. For example, children make believe as they pretend to visit the swimming pool. The childminder skilfully extends their learning by modelling imaginative play and enthusiastically playing alongside them. The childminder encourages children to count and identify shapes as they build constructions. She talks about size and helps children to divide fruit equally into bowls at snack time. This helps children to develop mathematical skills. Children enjoy art activities and eagerly experiment with paint to find out how colours can be changed. The childminder models conversation and asks a range of questions to promote children's language and communication skills. Observations and assessments are used well to plan challenging activities and experiences. The childminder monitors children's progress successfully to ensure that gaps in their learning are

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder engages children in turn-taking activities and reinforces good manners through sensitive interactions. This contributes towards supporting children's good behaviour. Children are happy and confident because the childminder works closely with parents to help them feel secure and settle quickly. Children can choose to play indoors or outside and access toys and resources independently. This provides opportunities for them to make decisions about their play and follow their own interests. Children are provided with a variety of healthy meals and follow good hygiene routines. The childminder implements effective policies and procedures to support their good health. Children visit playgroups where they develop positive relationships with other children and adults in the community. They learn about diversity and difference through activities, resources and discussions.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and development from their starting points. They are eager to play and explore. The childminder understands that children learn in different ways. She provides a range of stimulating activities that are well matched to their needs. Children are motivated and develop positive attitudes to learning. They acquire the skills they need for their future learning and for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY251006 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 994076 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 2 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 31 January 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003 and lives in Gledhow area of Leeds. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 6.

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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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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