Childminder in Leeds

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 December 2015 21 November 2008

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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

 Children are self-assured and happy. They develop strong affectionate bonds with the childminder, who is kind and responsive to their needs. Her good practice helps to provide children with the emotional security required to be able to explore and learn successfully.  Teaching is good. The childminder interacts well with children to extend their learning through play. She helps them to solve simple problems, by providing sensitive guidance, without doing things for them.  The childminder places a strong emphasis on supporting children to develop their language and communication skills. She introduces new vocabulary and uses skilful questioning techniques to encourage children to think critically.  Children are polite and respectful to others. The childminder uses positive reinforcement to promote children's turn taking and sharing well.  The childminder demonstrates a strong capacity to improve. She uses self-evaluation

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This provision is good

well to identify and address weaknesses in her practice. The views of parents and children are considered. This ensures that planned developments are pertinent.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always gather enough information from parents about children's learning and achievements at home. This means she cannot use parents' knowledge to complement her teaching and promote children's rapid progress.  The childminder's programme of professional development is not yet meticulously focused on raising the quality of teaching to the highest level.

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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 more information from parents about children's learning and achievements at home, and use this to complement teaching in the setting  make better use of professional development activities to focus even more precisely on improving the childminder's knowledge and skills, in order to raise the quality of teaching further.

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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 toured the areas of the home used for childminding purposes.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  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 self-evaluation procedures and plans for improvement.  The inspector considered the views of parents, provided through written feedback.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The qualified and experienced childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop. This supports her to deliver good quality learning experiences that are well matched to children's individual needs. The childminder monitors children's progress well, to identify and address any gaps in their learning. She works closely with other settings and has developed strong communication channels with them. This helps to promote consistency in children's care and learning. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder implements health and safety policies and procedures efficiently to maintain a safe environment. She has a clear understanding of child protection procedures and knows how to refer concerns to the appropriate authorities. Children are clear about what to do in the event of a fire because they regularly rehearse evacuation procedures.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses observation and assessment well to plan precisely for children's learning. Children are motivated and eager to play and explore. They confidently join in with number rhymes and songs, as the childminder demonstrates the actions. The childminder helps children to understand that print carries meaning, by encouraging them to follow recipe cards. They thoroughly enjoy mixing dry cereals together and handle tools safely, with increased control. This helps them to develop physical skills. Young children are inquisitive and investigate a range of resources, using all of their senses. They confidently follow their own interests, as the childminder stays close by to support their learning. Children recognise written numerals and independently count items, as they play. Overall, the childminder makes effective use of any opportunities that arise to promote children's mathematical skills very well.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are very confident and at ease in the childminder's home. They make regular visits into the local community and learn about diversity, through activities and resources. The childminder supports their physical health well, by providing well-balanced meals and opportunities to exercise. She works closely with parents to find out about children's care needs, in order to mirror routines at home. Children use the bathroom independently and competently wash their own hands afterwards. This helps them to gain self-help skills and promotes their independence. Children enjoy the childminder's warm interactions and invite her to play alongside them. They receive extensive praise and encouragement. This raises children's self-esteem and supports their willingness to persevere in activities.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and development. They play harmoniously together and develop good communication and language skills. This helps to equip them with the key skills needed for future learning and their later move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY376296 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 858359 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 21 November 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in the Calverley area of Leeds. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Wednesday, 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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