Childminder in Leeds

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 January 2016 21 August 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

 Children make choices about what they want to play with from a wide range of toys. The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and supports play and learning well. Children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder takes children to a variety of organised groups. This helps to extend their confidence as they meet with other adults and children. Daily opportunities are provided for children to have fresh air and exercise, in the childminder's garden or on outings in the local community. This helps to support children's physical well-being and teaches them about the local environment.  Children feel safe and secure in the childminder's care. She provides a warm and welcoming home, where children benefit from consistent boundaries and familiar routines.  The childminder is committed to providing children with good quality care and learning experiences. She reflects on all aspects of her childcare and this enables her to make

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This provision is good

positive changes and to develop and improve her good practice further.  The childminder attends training, such as child protection and first aid. She is proactive in keeping up to date with developments in childcare practices, in order to promote good outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully utilise her partnership with parents to gather precise information about what children are learning at home to complement their learning further.  Children do not always have sufficient time to consider what they want to say, answer questions and put forward their own ideas during discussions.

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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

 build on the existing good partnerships with parents to encourage them to share more information about their child's learning and development at home, so that this can be taken into account when planning for children's future learning  extend the opportunities for children to think more deeply and critically during discussions, share their ideas and respond to questions they are asked.

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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 held discussions with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection and carried out a focused observation.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as, records of children's learning and development, written risk assessments, a selection of policies and the childminder's self-evaluation form.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and suitability of all household members.  The inspector took account of parents' comments from information included in the childminder's own parental survey.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the statutory requirements. Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder prioritises children's safety and welfare. She has made good use of safety equipment in her home to help to keep children safe and provides them with a dedicated playroom. The childminder undertakes relevant training to refresh and extend her knowledge and skills. She demonstrates a drive to improve and she is reflective about her practice, incorporating the views of others. The childminder gathers parents' comments verbally and through questionnaires. Their feedback shows that they are pleased with how happy and settled their children are in the childminder's care. The childminder knows children well and she is skilled in supporting their next steps in learning, including preparing them for school.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a well-resourced and stimulating environment that gives children plenty of choice in their play. The childminding setting is very much led by children. Children are confident and independent learners, who freely select what they want to play with and when. The childminder gets down to the children's level and joins in with their play. Children enjoy taking part in creative activities. They prepare for the Chinese New Year celebrations. Children colour and make collage pictures, before putting gold coins into decorated envelopes to give to people special to them. Children fully engage in the activity and listen carefully to the childminder as she explains about the year of the monkey. The childminder observes, assesses and tracks children's progress. She uses the information gathered to guide the future experiences that she provides.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder builds warm, close relationships with children giving them a strong sense of security. She promotes children's good behaviour through lots of praise and encouragement. The childminder supports children to be independent, which builds their self-confidence. The childminder is a good role model and ensures that children develop an awareness of good manners and respect for others. The childminder offers good support to disabled children and those with special educational needs and she works closely with other professionals. The childminder finds out about children's individual needs and helps them to settle in quickly. She keeps in daily contact with parents to discuss children's care and well-being. Children learn to how to manage their own safety. The childminder encourages them to develop their physical skills and they show confidence in their own abilities indoors and outside.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in their learning given their starting points and capabilities. The childminder prepares children well for their next stage in their learning, such as nursery or school. Children learn to be independent. They put on their own shoes and coats before going outside and wash their hands before meals.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY443207 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 1026370 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 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 21 August 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in the Morley area of Leeds. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder supports disabled children and those with special educational needs.

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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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