Childminder 302163

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 February 2016 16 June 2010

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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

 Teaching is good. The childminder is qualified and experienced. She understands how different children learn and ensures the resources and activities reflect their interests.  The childminder provides a safe and nurturing environment that fosters children's emotional well-being. Children are extremely secure and comfortable when in the childminder's care. They willingly listen to her and are motivated in their learning.  The childminder is supportive and kind to children. She promotes good behaviour and uses regular praise to raise children's self-esteem and confidence. Children demonstrate good manners and consideration of each other as they learn to share and take turns.  The childminder is very aware of the importance of preparing children for the next stage in their learning. She supports children well, which helps to make sure they develop the key skills they need for the future.  Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder keeps parents informed about

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This provision is good

their children's progress daily. She encourages them to contribute information about what their children are doing at home. She builds on this to further support children's learning and development in her setting. All children make good progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not yet have a targeted programme of professional development in place.  The childminder does not fully provide enough opportunities for children to develop their awareness of the similarities and differences between themselves and other people.

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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

 enhance opportunities for professional development that build on the already good practice and drive the quality of teaching to outstanding  provide more opportunities for children to further develop their awareness of the similarities and differences between themselves and other people.

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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 carried out an evaluation of teaching with the childminder following a planned activity.  The inspector looked at children's records and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and took account of the views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. She knows what action to take should she have any concerns about children's welfare. The childminder carries out regular risk assessments of her home and for outings, which helps to further promote children's safety. In addition, the childminder has completed training in safeguarding. The childminder understands the importance of partnerships with other providers. She has built up good links in the community and has established strong relationships with other childminders in the area. The childminder, generally, evaluates the effectiveness of her setting well and gains feedback from parents. She identifies improvements that can be made to further develop her setting. This has a positive impact on the care and education she provides for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder gathers information from parents about children's abilities from the moment they start with her. She uses this to help her establish what they can do and to plan for the next steps in their learning and development. The childminder shares children's favourite activities with parents. This helps to support continuity in children's care and learning. The childminder's assessment of children's progress is accurate. She monitors children's learning and ensures any gaps in their development are addressed. The childminder provides a wide variety of activities to support children's interests. She plays alongside children and uses appropriate questions and explanations to extend their understanding. The childminder effectively supports children in developing good mathematical skills. For example, as they thread objects the childminder discusses shapes and models counting. Young children develop their fine manipulative and creative abilities

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

as they work with paint. The childminder uses these activities to help develop children's understanding of different textures and colour.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are settled and display a strong sense of belonging. Their individual care needs are met well. Young children laugh and enjoy the games that the childminder plays with them. The childminder promotes healthy lifestyles. She provides children with a good range of healthy foods and drinks. Children's physical skills and well-being are effectively supported and they enjoy daily opportunities to be active outdoors. The childminder takes children out on trips in the local community. These outings help to develop their social skills and confidence.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are enthusiastic and motivated learners. They are making good progress considering their age, capabilities and starting points. Children are developing good communication skills and display excellent physical abilities. The childminder helps prepare them well for the move on to nursery and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 302163 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 855019 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 16 June 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1991 and lives in Great Horton, Bradford. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 5.30pm, Thursday and Friday, 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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