Childminder in Leeds

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 April 2016 29 November 2012

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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. Children participate in a wide range of learning experiences that enthuse and motivate them. The childminder interacts skilfully to enhance children's learning and promote their enjoyment in activities.  The childminder has developed positive relationships with children. She uses effective settling-in procedures to get to know children and their families well. Children are relaxed and content, and are confident in new situations.  The childminder promotes children's communication and language skills well. She talks to babies sensitively and waits for their response to model good conversation skills. Children use thinking skills to answer the questions the childminder asks and eagerly discuss their ideas and intentions.  The childminder has created a vibrant and stimulating learning environment. Children have access to high-quality toys and resources, and enthusiastically lead their own play.

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This provision is good

 Links with local nurseries and feeder schools are well established. The childminder uses effective communication methods to exchange information, promoting continuity of care and learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder's programme of professional development is not yet meticulously focused on raising her good teaching to an outstanding level.  The childminder does not gather in-depth information from parents about children's learning at home. This means that she cannot use this information to complement her teaching and inform planning to help children 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

 make better use of professional development opportunities and focus more precisely on improving teaching skills to an outstanding level  gather more information about children's learning at home, and use this to complement teaching and plan for children's future learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector toured the areas of the home used for childminding purposes.  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 adults in the household, children's development records and a sample of policies and procedures.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation procedures and plans for improvement.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is alert to the possible indicators of abuse and talks confidently about the referral process. She maintains a safe environment and takes positive steps to minimise risks to children. The childminder has made good progress since the last inspection and has developed her knowledge of the learning and development requirements. As a result, children's progress is accurately monitored and assessed. The childminder continues to use ongoing reflection to identify areas of weakness and drive improvement. She considers the views of parents and children in this process to ensure that planned developments meet their needs.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses observation and assessment successfully to plan for children's future learning. She keeps parents informed of children's progress and provides regular opportunities for them to look at children's learning journals. Children are keen learners who become absorbed in their play. One example of this is when they excitedly bang and tap metal pans and explore how sound can be changed. Children enjoy filling and emptying containers, and are beginning to categorise objects according to size. The childminder encourages children to identify shapes and supports them to count accurately, promoting their mathematical skills. She introduces narratives into children's play to enhance their imaginative skills. For example, she plays hospitals with them and they take turns to act out the role of the nurse and the patient. Children recall their own experiences and use available resources to support their role play.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and eager to play and learn. Their interests are considered well and they have good opportunities to make decisions about their play. Children regularly play outdoors, and visit parks and places of interest. They attend playgroups and have opportunities to get to know other children in the community. The childminder provides nutritious meals and snacks to contribute towards children's good health. She is a positive role model and is consistent in her approach to behavioural management. House rules are displayed to remind children what is expected of them and older children contribute to these. Children behave well and have good manners. They play cooperatively with others and help with routine tasks, such as tidying away resources.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and development. Babies excitedly smile and make sounds in response to the childminder's warm interactions. They roll over and lift their heads, as they enjoy tummy time. Older children count and show an interest in shape. They talk confidently about their ideas and are developing good communication skills. The childminder encourages children to cooperate and be considerate to others. Children are prepared well for future learning and are developing key skills, in readiness for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 319743 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 1037026 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 29 November 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1989 and lives in Morley. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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