Childminder in Leeds

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 June 2017 26 February 2015

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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 provides a warm and welcoming environment where children are nurtured and very much valued.  Young children are very happy in the setting. They have a strong sense of curiosity and develop a love of learning.  The quality of teaching is good. The childminder has an in-depth understanding of children's interests and effectively plans a range of challenging activities.  The childminder provides a wide range of toys and resources for children to choose. This helps to develop children's independence.  Children are developing resilience. They learn that it is okay to make mistakes and keep trying. This supports children's emotional well-being.  Children behave well. The childminder sets clear boundaries and helps children work out solutions to their problems.  The childminder places a high priority on children's safety. She carries out regular checks of her home and garden and takes appropriate steps to minimise risks.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not make the most of opportunities to develop children's understanding of the world beyond their immediate community.  The childminder does not focus fully on her specific professional development needs when evaluating the effectiveness of the provision.

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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

 make the most of opportunities to develop children's understanding of the wider world beyond their immediate community  focus more precisely on professional development needs and identify ways to continue enhancing the already good teaching practice.

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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 talked with children. She read written statements form parents and took account of their views.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection and looked at relevant paperwork, such as policies, procedures and children's records.  The inspector took a tour of the setting and viewed all areas used for childminding.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder regularly reviews her policies and procedures and ensures that they are updated in line with local safeguarding children board procedures. The childminder evaluates the quality of the physical environment and resources well. This has a positive impact on children's learning. The childminder works closely with childminding colleagues. They discuss developments and ideas for activities. The childminder has developed links with the local community, for example, members of the local playgroup and staff at the local nursery and school. This helps to broaden children's experiences. The childminder works well in partnership with parents.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans a good range of experiences for children. She is skilled in developing children's speech and language. For example, children are fascinated with shapes and colours. The childminder provides interesting resources to challenge children effectively. Young children independently play with cards, naming each shape and colour, such as 'purple triangle'. The childminder shares in children's wonder and enthusiasm for learning. She makes good use of incidental opportunities for developing children's mathematical knowledge. For example, during play with malleable dough, she counts spots on children's model ladybirds. The childminder monitors children's progress and shares this with parents. She identifies any gaps in learning quickly and puts plans in place to help children catch up.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder spends time getting to know children and their families before they start at the setting. She gathers information, which helps her plan for children's care and education. This helps children settle quickly and form secure attachments. The childminder is a good role model and demonstrates kind behaviour. Children, in turn, tell the childminder that she is their 'best friend'. Children have lots of opportunities to develop their physical skills on larger equipment in the garden. They are learning about how to be healthy as they choose from a variety of fresh fruits and serve themselves drinks throughout the day.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are very active and enjoy playing with small-world toys. They develop thinking skills as they wonder how water towers work. They ask questions and explore their ideas with the childminder. They are learning to share and take turns and have regular opportunities to play with other children. This helps to develop their social skills and builds self-confidence. Children are making good progress. The skills they are acquiring prepare them well for their next stage in learning, including school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY307086 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 1092331 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 26 February 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Pudsey near Leeds. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, 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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