Childminder EY358628

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 March 2018 11 September 2014

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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 a compassionate and patient approach. She thoughtfully plans her settling-in arrangements to help ensure that she meets children's emotional needs. Children enjoy affectionate relationships with the childminder and clearly enjoy her warm interactions.  Children enjoy the freedom to select activities and lead their own play. They are very independent and confidently explore the resourced and well-planned environment.  Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder uses effective two-way communication methods to involve parents in all aspects of their children's learning and care. She provides activities and ideas to help parents continue to promote children's learning at home.  The qualified childminder uses her good knowledge of individual children's interests and stages of development to plan challenging activities. Children are motivated learners, who make good progress in their learning and development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not follow an astute programme of professional development to help raise the quality of her teaching to the highest possible level.  The childminder does not make the best possible use of opportunities to build on children's conversational skills and extend their vocabulary even further.

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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

 extend programmes of professional development to help raise the standard of teaching even further  enhance children's opportunities to extend their already good conversational skills and build their vocabulary even further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the areas of the home used for childminding purposes.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability of adults in the household, a sample of polices and other relevant documentation.  The inspector took account of written testimonials from parents and talked to children during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder completes thorough risk assessments to ensure that children are safe in her home and during outings. She is knowledgeable about child protection matters and knows what action to take if she has concerns about children's welfare. The childminder successfully reviews her provision to identify any areas for improvement. For instance, she plans to renovate and redesign her garden to provide more-varied activities for children who prefer to learn outdoors. Parents are keen to compliment the childminder, valuing the support and advice that she provides. The childminder has good links with feeder schools and exchanges important information to promote consistency in children's learning and care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows children well. She makes precise assessments to monitor children's progress and accurately plan for their next stage in learning. Children excitedly investigate technological toys, pressing buttons and anticipating actions and sounds. The childminder is supportive and plays alongside children to guide and enhance their play. She provides physical support and reassurance to encourage babies to take their first steps. Children demonstrate good hand-to-eye coordination as they practise threading beads. The childminder makes the most of opportunities that arise to help children to count. She encourages children to identify and name colours as they play. Children enjoy singing sessions and eagerly join in with songs and copy the actions.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder praises children for their efforts and achievements to boost their self- confidence well. She engages children in turn-taking games and supports them to share resources fairly. Children are cooperative and behave well. They benefit from regular visits to playgroups where they develop positive relationships with others. The childminder often takes children on outings and offers many opportunities for them to be out in the fresh air. She provides a varied and nutritious menu to endorse children's healthy eating habits effectively.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop good skills in preparation for future learning and eventual move to school. They know the routine well and help with age-appropriate tasks. For instance, children help to tidy away resources when they have finished with them. Babies are curious and explore toys using their senses. Children are beginning to engage in make- believe play and enjoy playing with figures and vehicles. They have good-physical skills and show control over their movements as they competently kick a ball.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY358628 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 1104642 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 11 September 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in the Whinmoor area of Leeds. She operates all year round from 6.45am until 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a recognised childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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