Childminder in Leeds

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 November 2015 5 March 2012

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1

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This provision is outstanding

 The well-qualified childminder provides an exceptional range of high-quality learning experiences for children, both inside and outdoors. As a result, children are highly motivated, eager to explore and develop a real thirst for learning.  The childminder sets very high standards for herself and the children. Children's individual needs are always met extremely well and they form strong attachments with her. Consequently, children behave exceptionally well and make excellent progress in their learning.  Children learn to respect and celebrate each other's differences. The childminder provides a wealth of resources and activities that teach children about other people and the wider world.  Excellent partnerships between parents and the childminder ensure that parents are well informed about their child's developmental progress. Assessments include information the childminder obtains about learning and development at home.

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This provision is outstanding

 The childminder works closely with staff at the local school. This has a very positive impact on the continuity of care children receive and fully supports their emotional well- being.  The setting is welcoming, stimulating and extremely safe. All necessary steps are taken to protect children's welfare.  The childminder demonstrates an uncompromising commitment towards achieving excellence in all areas. She is constantly updating her knowledge and extending her understanding through a targeted programme of professional development.

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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

 implement the plans that are in place to develop the very good understanding of disabled children and those with special educational needs, in order to develop even higher levels of professional knowledge.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector observed an activity and jointly evaluated this with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector viewed regulatory documentation, including evidence of suitability for all household members, children's details, learning files and a sample of policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is outstanding

The childminder has an excellent understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Safeguarding arrangements are highly effective. The childminder makes it a priority to keep children safe and has developed highly effective partnerships with the local school and other professionals. She successfully uses her qualifications, knowledge and experience to provide children with high-quality learning experiences. Information about children's development is regularly shared with parents. The childminder is highly reflective. Her improvement and training programme raises relevant and precise targets that improve the outcomes for children. For example, there are plans to gain further training in relation to disabled children and those with special education needs, in order to offer even better opportunities for children who might attend her setting in the future. She has successfully met the recommendation from the last inspection.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

The childminder uses her strong knowledge of how children learn and her expertise in teaching to provide an outstanding range of learning opportunities. Children are active learners. They initiate many activities themselves, which are then skilfully supported by the childminder. For example, she asks children questions to increase their learning as they enjoy experimenting with mixing colours using different coloured play dough. Children benefit from prolonged periods of uninterrupted time to play and experiment. This enables them to remain engaged and focused on developing their interests. The childminder is inspirational; she has a comprehensive overview of children's progress through her robust assessment and tracking. Planning and assessment arrangements are precise, sharply focused on every child's needs and shared frequently with parents.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

Exceptional arrangements to care for children are implemented consistently to promote their well-being. These care practices help new children settle quickly and develop the confidence to become increasingly independent. The childminder maintains consistent routines and expectations which children quickly become familiar with. Children's behaviour is exemplary. The childminder gives the utmost priority to children's health and well-being. Children fully embrace the benefits of outdoor learning and enjoy discovering all that the outside environment has to offer. They know why exercise, good hygiene and making healthy food choices are important to their health. The childminder is extremely skilled in supporting children to learn about the world beyond their immediate experience. This is because she provides an excellent range of resources and activities that help children gain a clear understanding of diversity.

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Outcomes for children are outstanding

Children make excellent progress from their starting points. Young children acquire strong skills in all key areas of development. They are well prepared for the next stage in their learning and the eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY434160 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 853495 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 5 March 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Alwoodley, Leeds. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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