Childminder EY493252

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 August 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's teaching is good. She uses a wide range of teaching techniques to meet the individual needs and learning styles of each child in her care. All children are making good progress in their learning and development.  Children develop good communication skills. The childminder skilfully models language. For example, she repeats words and actions to support children's early speaking and listening skills.  The childminder encourages children to behave well. For instance, they take turns, share and play together as they use pretend food and dolls in their imaginative play.  Children enjoy and benefit from interesting experiences that extend their social skills, in order to help prepare them for school. For example, they go to various groups in the local area and mix happily with others.  Children learn about what food is good for them. They talk with the childminder about healthy eating and help to plant and grow a wide range of fruit and vegetables.

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This provision is good

 The childminder celebrates children's achievements, encouraging confidence and self- esteem. Children follow familiar routines which aid their sense of security.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently give parents more ideas about how they can effectively contribute to, and be involved in, their children's learning and development.  Occasionally, the childminder misses opportunities to help children develop a clearer understanding of how to play safely.

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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

 give parents more information about how they can actively contribute to children's learning and development  help children to develop their understanding of how to play safely.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder and engaged with the children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector observed the quality of the childminder's interactions with children.  The inspector viewed the spaces, toys and equipment used for childminding purposes, both indoors and outdoors.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including self-evaluation, policies and the children's development records.  The inspector and the childminder evaluated the effectiveness of an activity together.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of the signs and symptoms that may cause her concern about children's safety and welfare. She knows the procedures to follow and the relevant professionals to contact in the local authority. The childminder accesses and seeks training to improve her practice and further her knowledge and skills. She evaluates her setting through meeting with other childminders to share good practice. In addition, she incorporates parents' views when setting targets for improvement. The childminder regularly evaluates children's assessments of learning. She identifies gaps and provides targeted support to ensure children continue to make good progress. The childminder has established links with the local schools and other professionals to ensure continuity of care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is focused and skilful while she engages children in a variety of activities. She listens attentively and models language well. For example, she extends children's single words into simple sentences and reads to them while they cuddle up to listen. Furthermore, she asks simple questions and the children respond and point to the pictures. The childminder encourages children to recall information, such as the words, animal names and actions to songs. They develop good coordination skills and balance; for example, while singing, children learn to move from the floor to a standing position and eagerly march around the room. Children learn to cooperate and develop an awareness of the needs of others as the childminder ensures they learn to share, take turns and listen to each other as they speak.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children develop secure relationships with the childminder. They settle quickly and feel happy and confident in her care. Parents comment how reassuring it is that their children enjoy being with the childminder and how quickly they grow in confidence and independence. Children receive regular praise and encouragement for their efforts, which boosts their self-esteem and gives them the encouragement to persist when they find activities challenging. Children have plenty of opportunities for fresh air and exercise. They practise their physical skills while playing on push bikes, slides and climbing equipment. Children begin to understand what keeping healthy means and follow good hygiene practices.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are motivated and are becoming eager learners. They gain the necessary skills ready for moving on to school. Children have fun singing and joining in with the actions for well-known songs. Their developing mathematical skills are encouraged as they count numbers one to five and make size comparisons when singing. When children have their snack time, they practise counting how many pieces of fruit they have chosen.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY493252 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 1026335 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 1

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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 2015 and lives in the Ravenscliffe area of Bradford. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays and bank 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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