Childminder in Leeds

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 July 2016 11 March 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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

 Since her last inspection, the childminder has improved the way she plans for children's next steps in learning. She has developed effective systems to track their ongoing progress towards the early learning goals. This supports children to make good progress in their learning and development.  The childminder has regular contact with other childminders and other professionals in the local area. This enables her to gain valuable knowledge, share ideas and discuss best practice.  The childminder sets a good example to children and acts as a good role model. She manages children's behaviour effectively, according to children's age and stage of development.  The childminder creates a warm, welcoming and stimulating environment for children, which helps to support their emotional well-being.  A good range of written policies and procedures is implemented effectively to help ensure children are well protected.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always make the most of opportunities to involve parents and carers in their child's learning so that they can work together to help children make even better progress.  Sometimes adult-led activities do not encourage children to express their individuality and creativity.

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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

 strengthen the two-way flow of information with parents, encouraging them to share more detailed information about children's capabilities on entry and provide greater opportunity for them to be involved in supporting their child's ongoing learning and development  provide more opportunities for children to express their individuality and creativity.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed areas of the 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 observed play and learning opportunities for children and undertook a joint observation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector took into account the views of parents.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning documentation and a range of other records, including policies and procedures, evidence of qualifications and suitability of household members.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has attended relevant training and knows the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about children's welfare in her care. Self-evaluation is effective. The childminder identifies her strengths and areas for future development and any further training needs. She values the input from parents and children, which helps her to make improvements that have a positive impact on children's learning and outcomes. The recommendations and actions following the last inspection have been successfully addressed. For example, the childminder assesses risks to identify any potential hazards and minimise harm to children. This helps to keep children safe and reflects the childminder's commitment to continual improvement. The childminder has established links with local primary schools. She understands the importance of sharing relevant information with teachers and other

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

professionals to ensure children's learning can be complemented. Comments received from parents are extremely positive. They state they are very happy with the care their children receive.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children display confidence in their surroundings and are eager to play and learn. They actively engage with the childminder, sharing their thoughts. For example, while listening to stories older children ask questions and the childminder responds enthusiastically. She effectively helps children to build and extend their vocabulary and knowledge. The childminder promotes children's mathematical development well, as she uses appropriate language to improve their awareness of shape, colour and size. The childminder understands her responsibilities relating to the progress check for children between the ages of two and three years.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children learn to play together, with the childminder encouraging them to share and take turns. She offers a free-flow approach between the inside play area and garden. Regular outings in the local area, such as visiting the local park and farms, support children to develop their physical skills and gain an understanding of the wider community. Children learn to respect people's differences as they explore their own cultures and beliefs, and those of others. For example, children explore different festivals, such as Chinese New Year and St. Patrick's Day. The childminder talks about and provides children with a good variety of balanced and nutritious meals and snacks. This helps to develop their understanding of a healthy diet and lifestyle. The childminder helps children to learn about safety. For example, she teaches them about road safety on outings and children learn to sit nicely at the table, so they do not fall.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress. They are keen to take part and are curious about new experiences which motivate them to learn. Children are working well within the typical range of development expected for their age. They are successfully acquiring the skills they need for the next stage in their learning, including school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 320160 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 1050864 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 8

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 11 March 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1996 and lives in Farsley, Leeds. She operates all year round from 7.15am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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