Childminder in Calderdale

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 October 2015 7 March 2012

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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 is experienced and highly qualified. She successfully uses her skills and knowledge to help children make good progress. Children's learning is promoted through a well-balanced range of child-initiated play and adult-led learning that takes into account children's interests and skills.  Partnerships with parents are well established. The childminder and parents work together to support the care and learning needs of each child throughout their time with her. Parents speak very highly of the childminder and value the care and learning experiences she provides for their children.  The childminder is an effective role model. She promotes sharing, respect and good manners. Children learn how to behave appropriately. They develop the positive attitudes and social skills they need to be ready for the move to nursery and school.  The childminder is aware of changes in legislation and keeps up to date with childcare

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This provision is good

related issues. The premises are safe and secure. Any risks in the environment are identified and minimised or eliminated. The childminder carries out regular fire drills and helps children to learn how to keep themselves safe.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not find out as much information as possible about what children know and can do when they first start to attend.  The childminder's professional development plans are not targeted precisely enough to achieve and maintain an even higher quality of teaching.

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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

 gather detailed information from parents about children's learning and development abilities on entry, in order to inform more precise initial planning  focus even more precisely on professional development plans so that they are more targeted in developing teaching to the highest level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector carried out an evaluation of teaching with the childminder, following a planned activity.  The inspector looked at children's records and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder throughout the inspection.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and took account of the views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the statutory requirements. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has recently attended safeguarding training and has a good understanding of the possible signs of abuse and neglect. The childminder evaluates the quality of the service she provides. She gathers the views of parents and children to find out what they expect and enjoy. This helps her to make continuous improvements to her setting. The childminder carries out day-to-day observations and tracks children's development and learning regularly. She identifies progress and any areas of concern. She works closely with parents to ensure children move on in their learning. The childminder knows what to do if she identifies gaps in learning, which includes involving parents and external partners. The childminder has good relationships with other early years settings and local schools. She shares

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

information about children's interests and progress. This helps to provide continuity in learning as children move from her care to another setting.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Teaching is good. The childminder uses a variety of teaching methods to extend children's learning. She demonstrates, questions and guides their learning and play. This motivates children and helps them develop the skills and attitudes to further develop their understanding. The childminder promotes children's communication and language development very well. Children demonstrate good listening skills and develop clear speech. The childminder supports children's good literacy skills. She helps older children to put the letters in the correct order when they write their name. Children demonstrate a love of books. They eagerly snuggle up with the childminder to listen to stories. Younger children get involved in talking about the pictures, recalling events and predicting what happens next. Older children read the stories confidently with gentle prompts and clues from the childminder. Children learn to respect and show kindness to their friends. The

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

childminder teaches children the importance of valuing differences in others.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder skilfully supports children to settle well when they first attend. Children find the childminder's presence reassuring and seek her out for comfort when they need it. Good hygiene procedures are promoted which helps children to learn how to maintain their good health. The childminder motivates children well. She gives constant praise and encouragement throughout activities, enabling children to develop their self-esteem and confidence. The childminder plans regular trips out and attends local groups with the children. This helps to teach them about the local community and builds their confidence as they meet with other adults and children.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in their learning from their starting points. They are confident, active learners who enjoy learning. Children are acquiring the skills they need for future learning and for school, when the time comes.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 303589 Local authority Calderdale Inspection number 867475 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 7 March 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1997 and lives in Lightcliffe. She operates all year round from 12 noon to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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Telephone number

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