Childminder in Leeds

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 April 2016 12 May 2014

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder continues to strive for improvement. Since her last inspection, she has gained an early years qualification. In addition, she has attended various training courses to further develop her knowledge and practice.  The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how children learn. She describes how she would observe and assess children's progress. She has considered how she will tailor learning experiences for each child to move them on in their learning.  The childminder is aware of her responsibility to safeguard children. She has a good knowledge and understanding of child protection. She confidently describes the action to take should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. In addition, she has planned how she would evacuate children from the property in an emergency.  The childminder understands her role in working closely with parents and other professionals. She is aware of the importance of sharing information to support

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The provision meets requirements

children's development. She describes how she would work closely with teachers to support children when the time comes for them to move to school.  The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding and the capacity to support children and families who speak English as an additional language. She understands the importance of helping children to develop tolerance and respect for each other.  The childminder understands the need to regularly evaluate her practice and provision to identify strengths and areas that need to be improved. She describes how she would ensure that children have enough time to complete tasks and develop their thinking.  The childminder is warm and approachable. She has a clear understanding of the importance of building strong relationships with children. She clearly describes how she would support and encourage them to be kind and behave well.

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The provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the learning experiences for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector scrutinised a range of documents, including policies and evidence of the suitability of the childminder to work with children.  The inspector observed areas to be used for the care of children along with furniture, equipment and toys that are used for childminding.  The inspector talked with the childminder about her self-evaluation process and how she plans to continue making improvements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY468734 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 1043872 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2013 and lives in Leeds, West Yorkshire. She operates from 6am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She also works one Saturday per month from 7am to 5pm. The childminder works from the home of another registered childminder.

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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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