Childminder in Bradford

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 March 2016 Not applicable

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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's developing communication and language are supported and extended very well. The childminder and her assistant regularly engage children in meaningful conversations. Children listen attentively and gain confidence in their speaking.  The childminder and her assistant provide a safe and nurturing environment that fosters children's emotional well-being. Children are extremely happy and feel secure.  Children's behaviour is good. The childminder and her assistant set clear rules and boundaries that are consistently applied. They effectively use praise and encouragement to build children's self-assurance.  Parents speak positively about the childminder. They appreciate the daily feedback about what their children have been doing and the regular summaries they receive of their achievements. They all work together to support children's next steps in learning.  Children develop their social skills and easily make friends. The childminder regularly

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This provision is good

takes children to meet adults and children from local groups and they go on regular outings to places of interest.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder and her assistant do not fully extend and challenge the more-able children's understanding and thinking.  Although the childminder and her assistant access ongoing professional development, this is not yet precisely focused on raising the quality of their teaching to an even higher level.  Sometimes, the childminder and her assistant do not provide opportunities for children to become more aware 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

 respond swiftly to children's ideas and interests, in order to challenge their thinking and rapidly progress their understanding  extend the programme of professional development so it is focused more precisely on key areas of practice that improve teaching to the highest level  provide more opportunities for children to 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 held discussions with the childminder and her assistant 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 and her assistant keep their safeguarding knowledge and first-aid qualifications updated. They are aware of the appropriate action to take if they have concerns about the welfare of a child in their care. The childminder follows safe recruitment processes. She meets regularly with her assistant to support the development of her role. The childminder monitors children's progress routinely and ensures any gaps in their development are addressed. Overall, she reflects upon the effectiveness of the provision well and evaluates how well the needs of children who attend are met. She sets high expectations to continue improving the good service that she and her assistant provide. The childminder has developed partnerships with schools and other professionals. She shares information about children's development. This helps to ensure that effective continuity in their learning is promoted.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder and her assistant are qualified and display a good understanding of how young children learn. They make accurate assessments of children's development and observe them effectively to plan targets that help them progress. These are successfully tailored to maximise children's interests and support their next steps in learning. The childminder and her assistant both use a wide range of effective teaching strategies to encourage and motivate children's engagement in activities. Children develop good physical skills and enjoy learning to climb safely. The childminder and her assistant skilfully teach children mathematical concepts, such as adding one and taking one away. Older children recognise and name numbers. Younger children are motivated and enthusiastically join in with focused games and enjoy singing familiar songs. These help to support their developing literacy skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder and her assistant make good use of settling-in visits to get to know children and their parents. They find out about care routines and children's abilities when they first start. Healthy lifestyles are promoted well. Babies and young children are provided with a variety of healthy snacks and home-cooked meals. Children are taught good hygiene routines, such as handwashing before and after meals and when using the bathroom. The childminder and her assistant consistently support children's developing independence. Children learn how to put on their own shoes and coats, explore their environment with ease and make their own choices.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points in all areas of learning. They are working comfortably within the range expected for their age. Children are curious and eager to learn. They are happy to talk to visitors and include them in their conversations. Children enjoy taking responsibility for their environment as they routinely help to tidy up and prepare the areas for eating and sleeping. Children are acquiring key skills in preparation for the move on to nursery or school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY478769 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 983177 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 9 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 15

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Bingley, West Yorkshire. She works from Monday to Thursday, from 7.30am to 6pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant and 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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