Childminder in Leeds

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 July 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 Good 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder completes regular observations of the children in her care. She uses this information accurately to monitor progress and identify any gaps in their learning successfully.  Children are keen to take part in a broad range of learning experiences which the childminder plans according to the children's interests and developmental needs. All children make good progress in their learning.  The childminder is a good role model for children. She gives them plenty of praise and encouragement so they develop good levels of confidence and self-esteem. Children behave well.  The childminder responds to children's emotional needs well. She quickly recognises when children need further support and responds sensitively to their needs.  The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to making continuous improvements. She identifies her strengths and areas for improvement well, and uses information gathered from parents through questionnaires to bring about positive

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although partnerships with parents are good overall, the childminder does not consistently gather precise details about children's ongoing learning at home, in order to better complement their learning in her setting.  The childminder occasionally gives children answers too quickly instead of giving them the time they need to make predictions and test their ideas for themselves.

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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 further, to consistently share information about their children's learning at home  give children the time they need to predict and test their ideas, to develop their understanding of the world even further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities in the kitchen and the living room and assessed the impact 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. She looked at relevant documentation and discussed suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector spoke to the children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of the parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibilities to keep children safe. She knows the reporting procedures to follow, should she have any concerns about children's well-being. The childminder completes regular training and gathers good-quality information to improve the quality of her teaching and the outcomes for children. For example, she has used her knowledge effectively to extend and support children's learning through self-chosen play. The home is well organised to enable children to make free choices about their play and develop their independence successfully. 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 has a good understanding of the different ways that children learn and she interacts enthusiastically with children to support their learning. She monitors their progress well and ensures planned activities meet their individual needs effectively. Children concentrate well as they explore and investigate. For example, why sand flows through a small sieve and rice will not. Children enjoy looking at, sharing and talking about books. They develop new vocabulary as they learn about dinosaurs, for example, learning their names. Young children demonstrate their mathematical skills as they talk about size and shape when they mould and form the play slime. Children use their imaginations well when they play with small-world toys.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have many good opportunities to learn about the local community. Children visit 'tots groups' and childminder support groups to develop their social skills away from the childminder's home. Children enjoy regular trips to parks and other places of interest. They develop their physical skills well and are encouraged to take reasonable risks under close supervision of the childminder, helping them to manage their own safety effectively. In the home, the childminder teaches children simple, effective practices so they understand how to keep safe. For example, they learn how to evacuate the home in the event of an emergency. The childminder promotes a healthy lifestyle and children understand what foods are good for them, how to manage their personal needs and how to follow good hygiene procedures successfully.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are motivated learners. They are competent and enthusiastic to join in and explore. Children relate effectively to the childminder and others. Children have good communication and language skills. They begin to understand about changes, such as what happens when they mix water to coloured rice. Children develop good confidence in counting and using numbers and they particularly enjoy number games. They gain skills that prepare them well for their future learning and the move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY486313 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 1007673 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 5 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in the Cookridge area of Leeds. She operates all year round from 7am until 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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