Childminder 319968

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 March 2018 9 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 effective and trusting partnerships with parents. She keeps parents fully informed about their children's learning and encourages them to continue to share what they know about their child.  Babies show that they feel safe and secure with the childminder through their play and interactions. She treats them with kindness and care, which helps children gain a sense of well-being and belonging.  The childminder completes regular assessments of children's learning. She uses these to effectively monitor children's progress and identify any gaps in their learning.  The childminder models play well. Children gain the confidence to explore their environment and make independent choices in their play. The childminder provides children with age-appropriate activities.  The childminder is experienced and qualified. She uses her knowledge and skills to provide consistently good care for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not routinely use contributions from all parents and children to better inform the self-evaluation process.

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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

 improve the systems for self-evaluation to include the views of all parents and children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed an 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 persons living in the household.  The inspector completed a tour of the premises.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder implements effective safety and security procedures to ensure that children are protected from harm. The childminder refreshes her safeguarding knowledge regularly and learns about any new legislation to ensure she understands how to deal with any safeguarding issues. The childminder's monitoring of children's progress means that she is able to quickly identify and address any gaps in their learning. Good partnerships with other providers are in place to support children's care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is an experienced practitioner. She knows children very well and competently identifies their interests and next steps in learning. The childminder has a secure understanding of the age group she is working with. She provides babies with a running commentary as she plays alongside them. High priority is placed on developing babies' communication and language skills. The childminder sings familiar songs. Babies smile at her and demonstrate their interest and engagement. The childminder teaches children about the community they live in and ensures that all children have access to a broad and balanced curriculum.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are very happy in the setting. The childminder is warm and affectionate. This helps babies, in particular, to settle quickly. The childminder supports children's health and hygiene. She ensures that children follow hygienic practices. The childminder provides a range of healthy meals, which meets children's dietary requirements. All children access the outdoors, developing their physical skills, and they take part in trips and outings to local places of interest.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are becoming well prepared for the next stage in their learning. They are motivated, enthusiastic learners who enjoy new challenges and experiences. Children have regular opportunities to attend local groups. They develop good levels of confidence and self-esteem as they socialise with other children and adults. The childminder works closely with parents to ensure that children make good progress from their initial starting points.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 319968 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 1103713 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 9 September 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1994 and lives in Bardsey, Leeds. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, 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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