Childminder in Wakefield

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 January 2017 14 September 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

 The childminder has worked hard to improve her practice since the last inspection. She has sought and acted upon, advice and support from outside agencies. She identifies areas of weaker practice and establishes how and what she can do to address them to bring about improvement for the children in her care.  The childminder actively promotes children's independence and encourages them to do things for themselves. Children are confident to express their thoughts, make decisions and shape their own learning.  The childminder fosters strong partnerships with other providers, including childminding colleagues and the local school. This enriches her practice as she learns from others and this supports a coordinated approach to children's care and well-being.  The childminder maintains effective two-way communication with parents. She shares information about the progress their children make and what they need to do next. This

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This provision is good

supports a shared and consistent approach to children's care and learning.  The childminder is a good role model. Children behave exceptionally well. Toddlers seek her out for reassuring cuddles. Older children are kind and considerate towards their friends and work remarkably well as part of a group.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, children are not given enough time to put their thoughts into words when questions are asked of them.  The childminder does not always plan enough opportunities to stimulate children's creative thinking and imaginative exploration.

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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

 increase the opportunities for children to develop their thinking skills and allow them time to put their thoughts into words when responding to questions  plan further opportunities for children to think and explore creatively.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. He looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder draws on the wealth of her experience to support children to make good progress in their learning. She provides a variety of activities that is suitable for the children of different ages who attend. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of the procedures she must follow in the event of a concern about a child in her care. Good attention is given to keeping the premises safe and secure and positive steps are taken to minimise risks to children. The childminder places a strong emphasis on developing her skills and refreshing her knowledge. She works closely with other professionals involved with children and their families. The childminder has undertaken training focused on how children learn. She uses this knowledge to enhance her teaching and help close any gaps in children's learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is very organised and uses observations to help her to identify children's stages of development. She interacts well with children and engages them in conversations, helping them to listen and gain confidence in speaking. The childminder understands that children learn through play and skilfully guides their learning. As an example, she comes alongside them as they assemble a track for a train. She asks questions about shapes and encourages them to persevere as they try and connect the different sections of the track together. Children benefit from a good range of resources and activities, both within the home and the community. Resources in the home are easily accessible in low-level boxes to help younger children support their independent choices.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children enjoy their play in a warm, welcoming environment. They are happy and settled in the childminder's care. Their emotional security is initially addressed with a good settling-in procedure that is agreed with parents. Children learn about healthy lifestyles. They follow good hygiene practices, enjoy healthy snacks and meals and engage in regular exercise. The childminder takes the children to meet with other childminders and regularly attends local groups. This helps children to meet others and develop their social skills. Children develop an understanding of dangers and how to keep themselves safe. For example, they learn how to cross the road safely when out in the community and to manage risks for themselves when playing at the soft-play centre. Behaviour is good. Children learn to respect each other's views, as they take turns in conversation and share toys as they play.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children have made at least good progress in their learning from their starting points. Children are able to communicate their needs effectively. They independently select activities that interest them and spend considerable periods of time, in relation to their age and stage of development, concentrating on them. Children show determination and a positive attitude towards challenges and are becoming confident learners. Older children are developing early literacy and mathematical skills. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning and where appropriate for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 321941 Local authority Wakefield Inspection number 1058149 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 14 September 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1991 and lives in Wakefield. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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