Mazacs, Alison

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 March 2016 27 July 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

 The qualified childminder is well equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver good quality learning experiences for children. She uses professional development activities well to strengthen her teaching skills and continually improve her practice.  The childminder and her assistant are caring and kind. Children develop secure bonds with them and clearly enjoy their warm interactions. This helps children to settle quickly and promotes their emotional well-being.  Teaching is good. The childminder monitors children's progress effectively and accurately plans for their future learning. She supports children's engagement in activities and incorporates their interests well.  Children behave very well and are helpful to others. They take turns and share resources fairly. The childminder and her assistant provide extensive praise to boost children's confidence and self-esteem.  The childminder works closely with parents, to find out about children's current stages

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This provision is good

of development and learning at home. She uses this information effectively to complement her teaching and plan precisely for children's needs. Parents speak highly of the childminder and praise her professionalism and commitment.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder does not provide the best possible opportunities for children to overcome challenges and solve simple problems independently.  The childminder does gather enough information from other settings that children attend. This means that she cannot use knowledge of children's experiences elsewhere to fully complement her teaching and support children to make rapid 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

 provide increased opportunities for children to overcome challenges and solve problems independently  gather more information from other settings that children attend to plan precisely for children's learning.

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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 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 completed a joint observation with the childminder.  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 experienced childminder is committed to providing a high-quality service for children and their families. She uses self-evaluation well to identify weaknesses in practice and drive continual improvement. The childminder completes a vast amount of training and uses her acquired knowledge effectively to review and develop her practice. The views of parents, children and other professionals are considered to ensure that planned developments are relevant. The childminder monitors her assistants practice successfully and ensures that he completes essential training. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of child protection issues and knows how to report concerns to the authorities. Children know the procedures to follow should they need to evacuate the premises in an emergency. The childminder completes effective risk assessments of her home and implements health and safety procedures well to help

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses observation and assessment efficiently to plan precisely for children's learning. She provides a good range of activities and experiences that challenges and motivates children. The childminder introduces new vocabulary and models conversation well. This helps to promote children's language and communication skills. She encourages children to count and talk about shape and size as they engage in activities. Children join in songs and excitedly move in time to the music. Younger children concentrate intently as they enthusiastically follow the actions. They handle a wide range of tools safely and manipulate and mould dough to achieve a planned effect. This helps them to develop physical skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are very confident and settled. They look at photographs of themselves and talk positively about their personal experiences. The childminder is consistent in her approach to behaviour management. She teaches children how to share resources fairly and helps them to deal with minor disputes amicably. Children benefit from regular opportunities to play and exercise outdoors. They visit local playgroups and develop positive relationships with other people in the community. Children are provided with nutritious meals and snacks and follow good hygiene practices. This helps to promote their well-being and good health.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are keen learners, who make good progress in all areas of learning. They develop friendships with others and play harmoniously together. Children are strong communicators and confidently talk about their intentions and ideas. They eagerly select resources, follow their own interests and make decisions about their play. Overall, children develop the key skills and attitudes necessary to be successful learners. They are well prepared for future learning and for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 302389 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 855028 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 10 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 16

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 27 July 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1986 and lives in the Odsal area of Bradford. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3 and works with an assistant.

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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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