Childminder in Leeds

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 May 2017 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 Outstanding 1

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This provision is good

 The childminder works tirelessly to provide children with high-quality care and education. She draws effectively on her training, knowledge and experience to secure continuous improvements that benefit children and their families.  The childminder is an excellent role model for the children. For example, she uses highly successful ways to teach them how to behave extremely well. She gives them very clear messages about boundaries and expectations. Children show great respect for their toys, each other and adults.  The childminder provides a warm, welcoming and stimulating environment where children have access to a wide range of easily accessible resources. Children make independent choices as they play and make good progress in their learning.  Risk assessments are effective. The childminder is very skilled at keeping children safe. She carries out meticulous daily checks and supervises children extremely well.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although partnerships with parents are good, overall, the childminder does not consistently gather precise information about children's ongoing learning at home, in order to better complement their learning.  Sometimes, the childminder misses opportunities to support children to develop their own ideas or give them the time to think critically to solve problems.

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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

 enhance opportunities for parents to consistently share information in relation to their children's learning at home  increase opportunities for children to develop their problem solving and critical-thinking skills across all areas of learning.

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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 spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has conducted a very detailed evaluation of the quality of her setting. She continues to engage in reflective practice and seek the views of the parents and children as part of this process. The childminder has undertaken further training to refresh her existing knowledge. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of how to identify concerns relating to children's welfare or the conduct of adults. She is secure in her knowledge and understanding of how to protect children from harm. The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with other providers to promote continuity for each child.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is passionate about her role and provides a wide range of exciting activities that challenges and motivates children to learn. She encourages children to explore through their play and to take part in all learning opportunities. The childminder is enthusiastic in her teaching and interacts very positively to support and guide children's learning, overall. She supports children to develop their listening and attention skills and involves them in purposeful conversations about their home experiences. Mathematics is taught well. The childminder prepares activities to strengthen children's use of numbers and shapes. Children mould play dough, cut out shapes and then match, name and count them. As using dough is a current favourite activity for children, their learning is promoted well through fun opportunities tailored to their interests.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

Children display very high levels of social and emotional security. They form excellent relationships with the childminder, who is exceptionally kind and caring to them. Children respond very positively to this. The childminder values children's similarities and differences extremely well. For example, she provides them with plenty of opportunities to learn about the local community and the wider world, enhancing their understanding of the world around them. Children display impressive independence skills. They are keen to take on responsibilities and take care of many of their own needs superbly. The childminder supports children's great awareness of how to lead healthy lifestyles. For example, she gives them excellent support to learn about the importance of healthy eating. Children benefit greatly from nutritious, home-made meals and daily outdoor play.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress from their individual starting points. They can follow instructions, take turns and communicate with others. Children play well alongside their peers and cooperatively with adults. Children develop positive attitudes towards learning and other skills, which prepares them well for the eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY484916 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 1001406 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Leeds. She operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, 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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