Childminder 320534

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 May 2016 6 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 quality of teaching is consistently good. The accomplished childminder interacts skilfully with children to help them to learn new skills and knowledge. Children thoroughly enjoy participating in purposeful activities and have a positive approach to learning.  The childminder is caring and highly responsive to children's needs. She values each child as unique and knows them well. Children are clearly comfortable and relaxed in the childminder's homely environment.  Children develop key skills and positive attitudes to learning in readiness for later moves to school. They receive extensive praise and encouragement to help them to recognise their own achievements and raise their self-esteem.  The childminder supports children's communication and language skills very well. She introduces new words and models good conversational skills. Children confidently respond to the childminder's questions and repeat familiar phrases.

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This provision is good

 Links with other settings are strong. The childminder uses effective information sharing practices to find out what children are learning elsewhere. She uses this information to enhance their experiences and complement their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder does not provide children with the best possible opportunities to solve problems independently as she intervenes too quickly.  The childminder does not gather in-depth information from parents about what children can already do and know when they first start.

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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 children with increased time and opportunities that help them solve problems independently  gather more detailed information from parents about children's achievements and skills on entry.

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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 completed a joint observation with the childminder.  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 discussed the childminder's self-evaluation procedures and plans for improvement.  The inspector considered the views of parents and children.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The dedicated childminder is committed to providing a high-quality service for children and their families. She uses ongoing reflection well to identify areas of weaknesses and drive continual improvement. The views of parents, children and other professionals are considered to ensure that planned developments are relevant. Parents provide very complimentary feedback and praise the childminder's child-centred approach to her work. The childminder has a clear understanding of how children learn, and overall, translates her knowledge into practice well. She takes advantage of training opportunities and uses professional development activities to progress her professional practice. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is alert to the possible signs of abuse and knows how to report concerns to the appropriate authorities. Her premises are safe and secure, which helps to protect children from harm.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children are motivated learners, who engage in a wide range of learning experiences that are well matched to their needs. They become engrossed in activities and are inquisitive and eager to explore. Children thoroughly enjoy experimenting with dough. They excitedly manipulate it and use their senses to investigate. The childminder skilfully introduces mathematical language and helps children to count and compare size. She demonstrates the use of different tools and encourages children to imitate her actions. This helps children to gain physical skills. Children cuddle in with the childminder and listen to stories with interest. They fill and empty containers and are supported well to recognise and match colours. The childminder uses observation and assessment successfully to plan for children's future learning. She carefully tracks children's progress to ensure that any gaps in their learning are closed quickly. Parents are kept well informed of children's progress

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

and have regular opportunities to look at learning journals.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children thrive in the welcoming and friendly environment. They play cooperatively with the caring and attentive childminder and behave very well. Children follow their own interests and select resources from the suitable array available to them. The childminder models imaginative play and helps children to make believe. Children's healthy lifestyles are well supported. They play outdoors regularly and enjoy walks and trips to nearby parks. The childminder provides nutritious snacks and uses available opportunities to discuss healthy eating practices.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and development and are prepared well for later moves to school. They repeat what the childminder says and are developing good conversational skills. Children are very self-assured and confident in new situations. They are beginning to develop counting skills and show an interest in shape. Children investigate mechanical toys and turn and press buttons to operate them.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 320534 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 847815 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 11

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1999 and lives in the Garforth area of Leeds. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, 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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