Childminder in Kirklees

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 June 2016 7 May 2014

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

p.1

This provision is good

 Partnerships with other settings that children attend are good. The childminder shares information and promotes continuity of care and learning as children move between different learning environments. She plans activities to compliment and extend their learning that takes place elsewhere.  Children develop good speaking, listening and comprehension skills. The childminder provides many opportunities for meaningful conversations and often asks questions that encourage children to think, listen and respond.  The childminder has a sound understanding of how children develop. She regularly monitors the progress that children make and plans interesting activities to support their development. All children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder has a kind, caring approach and supports children's emotional well- being, helping them to build confidence and self-esteem. Children's behaviour is very

p.1

This provision is good

good, and they demonstrate that they feel happy and secure in the childminders care.  Children learn to respect and value people's similarities and differences. The environment is inclusive and children play with a range of resources that positively represents diversity.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet successfully found ways to engage parents consistently in her self-evaluation, in order to help identify further areas for improvement.  The childminder's ongoing professional development is not yet aimed at raising the quality of teaching to an even higher level.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 explore more ways to incorporate the views of parents into the self-evaluation of the setting, in order to help improve the quality of the provision even further  plan a programme of professional development that is aimed at raising the overall quality of teaching and practice to the highest level.

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector had discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, such as self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of adults in the home.  The inspector took into account the written views of parents.  The inspector jointly evaluated an activity with the childminder.

p.2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse and understands the importance of reporting any concerns promptly. She carries out daily checks to help ensure that all hazards are minimised. Therefore, children are protected. The childminder has a range of robust health and safety policies and procedures that she includes within her practice to help keep children free from harm. The childminder has strong partnerships with parents. She tells them about their child's daily progress to keep them well informed. This enables them to support children's learning at home. The childminder uses a variety of methods to review her practice, including the support she receives from the local authority.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows children well and provides activities that appeal to their interests. She observes and assesses what children know and can do to gain a good understanding of their individual skills and abilities. She closely monitors their progress to identify the next steps in their learning. The childminder provides an appropriate balance of child- initiated and adult-led activities. Resources are all easily accessible for the children, enabling them to make choices and develop their independence.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy, confident and settled in the childminder's care. Good settling-in sessions help them to form a strong bond with the childminder. The childminder makes books for the children using photographs of the special people in their lives. Toddlers enjoy looking at the photographs which helps them to feel settled. Children have a sense of belonging in the childminder's home as their photographs and work are displayed on the walls. Children learn to manage their self-care when they are ready and make choices about what they like to play with. They learn about the importance of eating well and benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise. Under the childminder's close supervision children learn how to assess and take manageable risks as they play on large climbing equipment in the garden or at the local parks. This further helps them develop confidence in their own abilities.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

The childminder prepares children well for the next stage in their learning and their move on to nursery or school. Toddlers learn to share and take turns, playing with the resources. They follow instructions well and learn the importance of keeping their environment safe as they help the childminder tidy away the toys. Children develop small- muscle movements. They draw lines and squiggles and are beginning to give meaning to their marks. They express their feelings and show enjoyment when they dance and move to music or take part in singing their favourite action songs and rhymes.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY362452 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 1043859 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 16

p.4

Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007. She lives in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. She operates all year round from Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has an early years qualification at level 3.

p.4

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.

p.4

Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

p.4

Telephone number

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/, write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk .

p.5

Telephone number

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our website for news, information and updates at www.ofsted.gov.uk/user.

p.5

Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

p.5