Childminder EY409042

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 March 2016 11 October 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 childminder has a secure understanding of how children learn and follows their lead as they play.  Children are confident and enjoy exploring their environment. They share their achievements with the childminder. She provides positive reinforcement and praises them for their efforts.  Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder keeps parents informed about their children's progress daily. The effective sharing of the 'to and fro' books provides detailed information about children's care needs, learning and development. All children are making good progress.  The childminder creates routines throughout the day that are gentle and predictable. She nurtures children's learning and development sensitively. This helps to foster their sense of security and emotional well-being, as they know what to expect.  Children are very well behaved. The childminder is a good role model. She ensures that

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This provision is good

children are developing an awareness of good manners and respect for others. Children are encouraged to share, work together and sensitively care for one another.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder's professional development plans are not yet targeted precisely enough to achieve and maintain an even higher quality of teaching.

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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 already good practice and plan targeted professional development to help ensure that teaching is of an even higher quality.

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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 an activity.  The inspector looked at children's records and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder throughout the inspection.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and took account of the views of parents spoken to on the day.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a thorough knowledge of all aspects of child protection. Her self-evaluation is accurate and reflects the provision well. She sets clear targets for improving her provision, which focus directly on what the children in her care need. The views of children and parents are listened to and valued. She has developed effective systems for tracking children's progress. Early gaps in children's development are identified and the childminder works with parents and other professionals to ensure that these are quickly closed.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses good teaching strategies to support children's learning. She effectively uses narration, thinking out loud and gentle questions during play. This helps to develop children's communication and language skills well. In particular, the childminder uses an easy pace and style when talking with younger children. She leaves plenty of time for them to think and respond. The childminder demonstrates and models activities, encouraging and motivating children's engagement. Children spend time outdoors each day. They are encouraged to appreciate the wonder of nature and the natural world. Children show persistence as they scoop up sand and fill buckets with water. They develop their understanding of how natural materials behave as they combine them together. Children listen attentively to the sounds around them and notice as the bus and noisy cars pass on the road outside. The childminder shares these moments with children and

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

extends their understanding of what is happening. The childminder gathers information from parents about their children's abilities when they first start. This helps to ensure that she has a clear picture of children's all-round development.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children form extremely close attachments with the childminder. She is warm and caring in her approach and has effective settling-in arrangements. The childminder knows the children well. Children are encouraged to manage their own personal needs independently, relative to their age and ability. The childminder ensures that children are fully supported to develop good health and hygiene practices. She successfully supports children's understanding of how to keep themselves safe. The childminder involves children in visits to areas in the local community. These outings help to develop their social skills and confidence. Children learn to respect people's differences. They enjoy festivals and celebrations with families and friends. The childminder receives positive feedback from parents, who are happy with the service that she provides.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children display a love of learning and engage well in imaginative play opportunities. They take part in activities, such as counting games, rhymes and singing each day. Children persist in the tasks that they set themselves and show pleasure as they share their success with each other. Children listen attentively and enjoy stories. They are motivated and confident during their play. Children are developing the dispositions, skills and attitudes they need for the next stage in their learning, including kindergarten and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY409042 Local authority Calderdale Inspection number 850969 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 11 October 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire. She operates Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She is a trained Waldorf Steiner Teacher.

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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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