Childminder in Kirklees

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 January 2016 22 May 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 is well qualified and her commitment to professional development is good. She continually updates her skills and knowledge to improve her practice in a number of ways. The childminder accesses a wide range of training courses, shares information with other professionals and researches new information and ideas.  The childminder knows children well and, through her observations, she is fully aware of their interests and learning needs. She plans activities effectively to support children's next steps and good progress.  The children eagerly join in activities and approach their play with enthusiasm. They enjoy making safe and independent choices in their play. The childminder follows children's lead well when joining in their activities.  The childminder makes good use of walks and outings to promote children's health and provide enjoyable learning experiences. When exploring outdoors, children are active

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This provision is good

and have fun looking for print and number in the environment. They regularly discuss nature, weather and the different roles of people who live in their community.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children experience a good range of activities. However, during role play, they do not always have enough opportunities to creatively and imaginatively explore their own ideas. The childminder does not always consider how she organises these activities to consistently provide highly effective experiences for children.  The childminder does not make good use of what parents can tell her about their children's achievements to swiftly inform her assessments of their starting points and plan for their future progress.

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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

 organise role-play resources and creative activities even more effectively and consistently support children to take part in highly stimulating, creative and imaginative experiences  make better use of information parents share about their children's learning and progress on entry when assessing and planning for their future development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector observed and evaluated an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, such as self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of the childminder and household members.  The inspector took account of parents' views through reading parental surveys and letters.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder implements a number of effective policies and procedures and completes regular risk assessments to keep children safe. She has a secure understanding of child protection issues and the procedures for dealing with concerns. She effectively promotes children's welfare and well-being. The childminder has successfully addressed areas identified for improvement at her last inspection. She now makes better use of self-evaluation to improve her service. She encourages parents and children to share their views and ideas. She includes their suggestions for outings when planning trips. The childminder works well with other settings to support children's progress. She works with them to agree shared learning targets. This includes spending time in the other setting to help children achieve. For example, she helps quiet or shy children to communicate with their new carers.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder regularly observes children and monitors their progress. She routinely discusses children's progress with parents and shares any learning needs she identifies with them effectively. Overall, activities she provides promote children's development well, although the organisation of these is not always highly stimulating. Children enjoy singing activities. They confidently suggest songs and use their language skills to sing their favourite rhymes. Older children enjoy making lists and younger children make marks with the paint. The childminder is actively involved in children's play. Through her positive interactions, she challenges children well. She encourages children to think about the changes that are occurring when mixing the paint. She involves children in matching and sorting activities, where they confidently organise the resources by shape.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The children are happy and settled in the childminder's care. The childminder is sensitive to children's feelings and emotions. She provides lots of reassurance when they are experiencing change. Children develop the confidence they need to embrace new situations and to mix socially with others. They have a good understanding of the importance of keeping safe and healthy. The childminder skilfully incorporates discussions about good hygiene practices, risks and dangers into everyday routines and activities. Children are involved in preparing nutritious meals and snacks. They discuss the healthy choices they are making and they manage tasks independently. The childminder provides consistent routines and boundaries. Children behave well. They share, take turns and show respect for others. The childminder makes good use of praise and Star of the week to promote children's positive self-esteem and to celebrate their achievements.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress and any gaps in their learning are closing. Children are well prepared for school. Younger children are eager to learn about colour and number. Older children find their name when doing the register and they confidently sound out the letters they recognise. All children are confident communicators. Younger children listen well and older children ask questions and initiate conversations.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY332194 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 857006 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006 and lives in Newsome, Huddersfield. She operates all year round from 6.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification equivalent to 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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