Childminder EY407896

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 June 2016 27 September 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

 Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder keeps parents well informed of their children's learning and involves them in this at every opportunity. For example, she regularly shares photographs and observations with them. This helps to support continuity in children's care and learning.  The childminder completes regular assessments of children's ongoing development. This includes completing the required progress check for children aged between two and three years. This helps to ensure any gaps in learning are quickly closed.  The childminder effectively reviews her setting. She values the views of children and parents when identifying areas for improvement. This helps to have a positive impact on the education and care she provides for children.  The childminder responds well to children's emotional needs and recognises when they need reassurance and comfort.  The childminder encourages children to share and be kind. She sensitively helps them

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This provision is good

to understand how to manage their own behaviour. This helps children to respect one another and to understand their own feelings and emotions.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not considered further ways to enhance her programme of continuous professional development.  There are not enough learning opportunities readily available to support children's developing understanding and enjoyment of information and communication technology.  Children who like to learn and play outdoors are not always fully supported to develop their interests.

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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  provide more opportunities for children to learn about information and communication technology  improve opportunities for children who prefer to play outside to follow their interests.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector talked to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector viewed areas of the childminder's home used for childminding.  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 children's assessment records and planning documentation and a range of other records including policies and procedures, evidence of qualifications and the suitability of household members.  The inspector observed play and learning opportunities for children and carried out a joint observation with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder fully understands the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about the welfare of children in her care. She implements a good range of policies and procedures and regularly assesses risks. This helps her to care for children in a safe and secure environment and to quickly identify any potential hazards. The childminder has a good understanding of partnership working with other providers, when appropriate. She regularly meets with other childminders to gain valuable knowledge and share ideas for best practice. Parents are very complimentary about the care the childminder provides.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children are excited and enthusiastic learners. The playroom is set out so children can be independent and access a wide range of toys and resources, which is easily accessible to all children. These include many natural and open-ended resources, which help to promote children's critical-thinking skills. The childminder provides activities that help to promote children's imagination. For example, children pretend to cook and pour drinks as they explore a good range of objects from the real world. Young children discover sound as they bang resources together. The childminder helps to teach older children mathematical skills during daily activities. For example, she regularly counts with children and discusses size and volume. The childminder supports children's language and communication skills well. She enthusiastically asks questions and offers ideas to extend learning opportunities. The childminder listens to what children have to say and repeats

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

words back to them to help them with their pronunciation.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The good level of care and concern shown by the childminder nurtures children's enjoyment of learning through play effectively. The childminder takes children to community groups and on outings in the local area. This helps to develop children's confidence as they socialise with other children and adults. Children learn to respect people's differences as they explore their own cultures and beliefs, and those of others. Children's well-being, good health and physical development are promoted successfully. For example, the childminder encourages parents to pack healthy food for their children's lunches. Children benefit from good opportunities to spend time in the garden. The childminder provides a stimulating, warm and welcoming indoor environment. Children are happy and confident as they move around the setting, accessing resources that interest them. For example, children discover different sounds as they explore a range of musical

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

instruments. The childminder consistently praises children for their efforts as she encourages them to learn new skills. This helps to raise children's self-esteem and confidence.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress. They are happy, motivated and enthusiastic learners. Well-planned activities ignite children's interest in learning. Children acquire the skills they need for future learning, helping prepare them for the move on to nursery and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY407896 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 850864 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 27 September 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Belle Isle, Leeds. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday, except for 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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