Childminder in Bradford

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 December 2015 3 February 2009

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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 uses her skills, knowledge and experience well. She uses her observations of children's learning to identify and plan for their next steps in development. She has a secure understanding of how children learn. Children are motivated and engaged in their learning.  Children's communication and language skills are promoted very well. The childminder spends time positively interacting with them, encouraging the effective development of their vocabulary and language skills. In addition, older children are introduced to sound and letter recognition to develop their literacy skills.  Children's mathematical understanding is very good. The childminder constantly talks to them about numbers and encourages them to count as they play. Children enjoy a range of activities which develop their understanding of size and measurements.  The childminder has established particularly strong partnerships with parents and local

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This provision is good

schools. Excellent relationships are formed, which supports all children's care, emotional well-being and learning needs extremely well.  Children are well behaved and respectful of the environment as they play. The childminder supports children to understand expected behaviour and develop their independence in a calm, gentle and consistent way.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not yet capture the views of all parents and children when identifying further priorities for improvement.  The information provided to parents about the Early Years Foundation Stage does not always reflect current legislation and guidance.

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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

 consult with all children and parents to gain their opinions about the quality of care and learning provided, and use this information when evaluating practice and setting targets for future improvements  review the information relating to the Early Years Foundation Stage, which is made available to parents, ensure it is correct and reflects current legislation and guidance.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector undertook a tour of the premises.  The inspector observed the childminder's interaction with children and spoke to the childminder throughout the inspection.  The inspector carried out an observation of a planned activity and discussed the outcome with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and training certificates, including evidence of the suitability of the childminder and all people living on the premises.  The inspector looked at the childminder's planning documentation, children's learning and development files and children's assessment records.  The inspector looked at the childminder's self-evaluation form, and also looked at a selection of risk assessments and policy documents, including the safeguarding policy and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibilities to safeguard children. She knows how to take action to address any concerns. Children's welfare is promoted and the childminder's home is safe and suitable. The childminder is highly organised. She maintains records with regards to attendance, accidents and health and safety. Information about children's routines and care practices is exchanged on a daily basis. In addition, the childminder has excellent partnerships with the local school and nursery that children move on to. She exchanges information and has meetings with staff so that children benefit from continuity in their learning and care. The childminder has undertaken all required training and is enthusiastic about accessing additional courses and briefing sessions. She uses her knowledge to promote children's learning in a very effective way.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how to support children as they engage in activities that cover all areas of learning. She uses techniques, such as demonstrating, explaining and questioning to encourage them to talk about what they are doing and learning. Children develop good creative, imaginary and coordination skills. The childminder shows children how to manipulate materials to make cylinders as they work with the dough. Mathematical language, counting and shape recognition are included in all activities. In addition, the childminder engages children in activities that support their understanding of size and time. Children make rapid progress in their communication and language development. The childminder uses all opportunities to develop children's knowledge of sounds and letters. Children confidently blend letters together and read simple words from a young age. She shares children's achievements with parents every

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

day and shares her plans for children's next steps in learning. As a result, parents are able to contribute to their child's learning at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminding environment is very stimulating with an extensive range of resources and experiences offered. Children are motivated and behave very well. The childminder establishes clear boundaries and children understand what is expected of them. Relationships are warm and trusting. The childminder is full of praise and encouragement. Children are flourishing in an atmosphere full of respect and value for each individual. Children's personal, social and emotional development are promoted very effectively. The childminder teaches children about sharing and taking turns. She uses mealtimes as a further learning opportunity to support children's rapidly growing independence and understanding of care practices. Children play in the fresh air. The childminder uses her local open spaces for active play and for teaching children about the natural world.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make very good progress in their learning and development from their starting points. Children are developing the skills they need to support them in their future learning and for the move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY381590 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 858687 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 3 February 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Bingley. She operates all year round from 8.30am to 5.30pm, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, except for family holidays and bank 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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