Childminder EY449374

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 March 2018 11 March 2013

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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 well-qualified childminder provides stimulating play activities and interacts well with children to support their good progress. Children choose resources that interest them and show great levels of concentration as they investigate and try new experiences.  The childminder has developed effective relationships with the local nursery and school, helping to successfully promote continuity of care and learning for children.  The childminder gathers a wide range of information from parents when children first start. This helps her to settle children quickly as she knows their individual needs.  The childminder recognises and sensitively supports children's care needs. For example, she provides comforters and a quiet environment when children are tired. She follows home routines as she gently rubs their back to soothe them.  All children have good opportunities to practise their early writing skills. For example,

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This provision is good

younger children use their fingers to make marks in trays filled with lavender. Older children practise writing letters using a chunky pen on a white board.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not considered further ways to enhance her programme of continuous professional development to raise the quality of the provision to an even higher level.  Although the childminder reflects on her practice, the arrangements for self-evaluation do not fully support her to identify precise areas for improvement.

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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

 explore opportunities for professional development to enhance ways to improve existing knowledge and skills  improve the arrangements for self-evaluation to more precisely identify priorities for development and strengthen the capacity for continuous improvement.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, 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. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of all adults living in the household.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands how to recognise the signs that children may be at risk of harm and knows how to report her concerns. She carries out risk assessments of her home and outings to help identify and minimise potential hazards. The childminder observes and assesses children to monitor their ongoing progress and highlight what they need to learn next. Partnerships with parents are good. They regularly share a wealth of information about their children. For example, the childminder shares her planning with them and provides daily updates about what children have enjoyed doing.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows children extremely well and is gentle and nurturing in her approach. She successfully supports children's communication and language skills. For example, she skilfully models language, introduces new vocabulary and encourages children to repeat words. The childminder asks a wide range of purposeful questions and engages children in meaningful conversations. Children enjoy spending time with the childminder. For example, they eagerly invite her to join in with their play as they act out their favourite stories. Children enjoy being creative. For example, during a painting activity, the childminder encourages them to smell the paint and describe the ingredients that have been added to it. They go on to have great fun mixing the colours.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children behave well. The childminder is a good role model for them. She gives children lots of praise and encouragement. This helps promote their emotional well-being. Children learn to share, take turns and be kind to one another. This helps them to develop good social skills. The childminder is committed to promoting children's healthy lifestyles. She caters for special dietary needs, provides nutritious snacks for children and ensures they have daily opportunities for fresh air and physical exercise. Children learn about the importance of staying safe. For example, the childminder ensures younger children hold onto the hand rail when accessing the steps to the garden.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children progress well from their individual starting points. They are gaining the skills and knowledge they need in readiness for their eventual move on to school. Children are confident and motivated learners. They have good opportunities to develop their independence. For example, they eagerly take part in routines, such as washing their hands and getting their coats and shoes on. Children grow in confidence and are developing friendships with others. They develop a good understanding of number, shape and measure through their daily activities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY449374 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 1066038 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 11 March 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Leeds. She operates all year round, from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has an appropriate early years qualification at a level 6. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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