Childminder EY468566

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 June 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

 The childminder offers lots of praise and encouragement and supports children well as they play. This contributes towards children being confident and motivated to learn.  Parents receive detailed information about their children's progress and development. This helps to involve them well in their child's learning.  The childminder is an excellent role model and children's behaviour is good. The childminder reminds the children to share and take turns and she supervises them well as they play.  The childminder assesses risks in the environment and implements a range of policies and procedures which helps to provide a safe and secure environment for children.  The childminder knows the children well and uses her good knowledge to deliver an educational programme to meet their individual needs. This helps children to be engaged and enthusiastic learners and to make good progress in their learning and

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet fully implemented an ambitious training programme to enhance the good quality care and teaching provided.  The childminder does not consistently support parents to share what they know their child can already do when they first start.  The childminder does not fully promote children's independence and self-care skills, particularly during snack and lunch time routines.

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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 the most of professional development opportunities that increase the potential to raise the quality of teaching to an exceptional standard  strengthen partnerships with parents and support them more effectively to share what they know about their child's achievements when they first join the setting  promote further the self-care and independence skills of older children during everyday routines.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed areas of the childminder's home used for childminding.  The inspector engaged in discussions with the childminder and children throughout the inspection at appropriate times.  The inspector discussed self-evaluation and how the views of parents and children are included to drive improvement.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.  The inspector looked at policies, children's personal profiles and a range of other documentation, including evidence of qualifications and suitability of household members.  The inspector carried out a joint observation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Overall, the childminder constantly reflects on her practice well. She seeks regular feedback from the children's parents to help her identify areas for improvement. This helps the childminder to make changes that have a positive impact on her practice. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a confident understanding of possible indicators that may mean a child is at risk of harm. She knows what action to take and where to seek advice to help keep children safe. The childminder has a good understanding of partnership working with other settings that children attend.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder interacts well with children to extend their learning through play. She asks a good range of questions to support children's critical-thinking skills and language. This helps them to make good progress in their learning. The childminder challenges children effectively to increase their mathematical skills. For example, children count out scoops of food as they feed the pet guinea pigs. Older children discuss various shapes and sizes as they paint. The childminder uses regular observations and accurate assessments to help children progress well. She completes the progress check for children between the ages of two and three years. This is shared with parents so that any additional support is swiftly accessed, if required. This helps to ensure any gaps in learning are quickly closed. The childminder plans activities and experiences which engage and motivate children. For example, children develop early literacy and creative skills as they enjoy making marks on

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has a relaxed nature and offers a welcoming, homely environment. This helps children to settle easily and build secure attachments to her. Children demonstrate in their play that they are emotionally happy and feel safe. Children have good opportunities to develop their social skills to help with moving on to pre-school and school. For example, when visiting local playgroups, they learn to mix and make friends with other children. Children have daily access to fresh air and physical exercise. They learn about keeping healthy through daily routines, such as washing their hands before they eat. The childminder provides healthy and nutritionally balanced meals. She works with parents to plan meals for children who have allergies and food intolerances. Children develop a respectful awareness of diversity. For example, they learn about festivals celebrated around the world.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident communicators and make good progress in their learning. They build good friendships with their peers and a strong bond with the childminder. Children are very well supported across all areas of learning and develop the skills they need in readiness for their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY468566 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 960199 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2013 and lives in Horsforth, Leeds. She operates all year round except for bank holidays and family holidays. Sessions available are Monday from 8am until 7pm, Tuesday from 7.30am until 7pm and Wednesday from 7.30am until 6pm. On a Thursday the childminder operates from 7.30am until 9am and from 3.15pm until 6pm.

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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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