Childminder 320748

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 June 2016 23 April 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 childminder accurately monitors and tracks children's progress to ensure that any gaps in their learning are quickly identified and addressed. She plans activities according to each child's interests so that all children make good progress in their learning and development.  The childminder promotes children's language and communication well. She asks questions, encourages children to respond and engages them in interesting conversations.  The childminder evaluates her provision and practice to identify where to make improvements. She uses feedback from parents to help her improve outcomes for children.  Children behave well and are happy and confident in their surroundings. The childminder is warm and caring and build's trusting relationships with children in her care. This promotes children's well-being effectively.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always give parents and carers information about how to support children's learning at home to help them make even better progress in their learning and development.  The childminder does not take every opportunity to build links with other settings that children attend to help continuity in their progress.  Children are not always fully supported to make independent choices about their play and learning.

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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

 extend the information provided to parents and carers to support them in guiding their children's learning at home  build on the links with all other settings that children attend and share information to provide continuity in their learning  help children make more independent choices about their play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed areas of the childminder's home used for childminding.  The inspector looked at policies and procedures, children's learning records and a range of other documentation, including evidence of qualifications and suitability of household members.  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 talked to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection and carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder confidently talks about signs that may indicate children's welfare is at risk. She understands the correct procedures to follow if she has child protection concerns. The well-qualified childminder attends a good range of training courses, network meetings and local groups. These help her to update her practice and knowledge and develop her skills further. The childminder has established good relationships with other childminders in the local area. This enables her to share ideas and discuss good practice and further supports children to make good progress in their learning and development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children develop an appreciation of books; older children in particular enjoy looking at non-fiction books and share their expertise with the childminder as they talk about mini- beasts. Children are keen to join in the activities. For example, they enjoy playing bingo and guessing games. The childminder promotes children's confidence and enthusiasm as she encourages them to play games that are more challenging. The childminder supports children's mathematical development well during daily activities. For example, she encourages children to count in sequence and recognise shape and colour. The childminder gives children lots of praise as they play. This helps them to feel valued and successfully builds their confidence.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are cared for in a clean, welcoming and safe environment. There are good settling-in procedures in place to ensure that children are well supported emotionally with their move from home. Any potential risks are identified and minimised. The childminder talks to children about safety. For example, road safety is discussed during outings. The childminder teaches children about the importance of healthy eating as she encourages them to make healthy choices. Children learn good personal hygiene practices that help keep them in good health. For example, the childminder reminds children of the importance of washing their hands after going to the toilet. Children have good opportunities to be active. They enjoy time spent outdoors each day, which contributes to their good health. Children develop their physical skills. For example, they take regular trips into the community, including visits to playgroups and local parks. Children regularly

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

mix with other children and adults, which contributes towards their development of emotional security in readiness for starting school. The childminder teaches children about the differences and similarities between themselves and others. This helps support them to develop an awareness of different people and ways of life.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are keen to join in with learning experiences on offer and make good progress in their learning. They are well motivated and learn to do things for themselves, such as preparing their own meals. Children's communication, language and social skills are effectively developed, preparing them well for the next stages in their learning, including school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 320748 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 847820 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 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 23 April 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1999 and lives in Adel, Leeds. She operates all year round from 8.30am to 6pm, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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