Childminder in Wakefield

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 May 2018 2 December 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

 Parents record their very positive views about the service the childminder provides. They write how their children have developed independence, social skills and confidence since being in the childminder's care. Outcomes for children are good.  The childminder monitors children's progress regularly. Children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder has good links with teachers at the local schools. She uses the information they share about current themes and topics to complement children's learning when they are in her care. The childminder supports children's continuity of learning very well.  The childminder supports children's communication and language skills well. She comments on their play, asks questions and repeats what they say in the correct way. The childminder introduces new words to add to children's increasing vocabulary.  Children have good opportunities to learn about the world. They visit nearby farms to

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This provision is good

feed baby lambs and explore nature reserves.  Children learn about festivals, such as Chinese New Year and Diwali. They are developing positive attitudes to others.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Sometimes, the childminder does not consider the different ages, abilities and learning styles of children taking part in planned activities, to help them to achieve at highest level.

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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

 sharpen the planning of activities so that they consistently build on what children need to learn next, to help them to achieve as much as possible in their learning.

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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 persons living in the household.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder is experienced and eager to enhance her professional knowledge and skills. She attends training, quality improvement meetings and evaluates her practice regularly to make improvements that benefit children's learning. For example, she has transformed part of her garden surface so that children have increased opportunities to play out in all weather. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder keeps abreast of any changes to safeguarding procedures and legislation. She knows how to recognise when a child might be at risk of harm, such as from extreme behaviours and views. The childminder is confident about the action to take should she have a concern about the welfare of a child in her care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder supports children's mathematical development well. For example, she provides exciting opportunities for children to measure. The childminder puts pretend sea creatures in water. Older children explore how things change over time as they watch them expand. The childminder demonstrates the language for measure and older children learn new words, such as centimetres. Older children name crabs and crocodiles as they lift them out of the water. The childminder extends this activity with books about sea creatures to re-enforce children's learning of the natural world. The childminder keeps parents up to date with their children's progress. She sends home regular written summaries of their children's achievements and next steps in learning. Parents are encouraged to share information about their child's learning and development at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supports children's moving and handling skills well. Toddlers show a can- do attitude as they crawl up the steps from the garden into the playroom, closely supervised by the childminder. They squat down with steadiness to play with objects and rise to their feet without using their hands. Older children kick a ball and confidently mount steps to the slide. Children enjoy plenty of fresh air and exercise. They regularly walk to school, visit local parks, indoor play areas and enjoy attending the music and movement group. Children behave well and receive frequent words of praise and encouragement from the childminder. They are confident and show high levels of self- esteem. Children enjoy the childminder's company in their play and freely go to her for cuddles. The childminder nurtures children's emotional well-being effectively.

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Outcomes for children are good

Older children measure sea creatures with a ruler and use mathematical language to describe how the object has changed. They estimate the difference in length and then use their fingers to count on from the last number recorded on their chart. Older children notice changes in objects from becoming wet. Toddlers play with musical instruments and move their body to sounds they make. They use pens to make marks on paper and older children copy letters. Children are motivated learners who enthusiastically join in with all play. They develop the key skills they will need for their future education.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 502940 Local authority Wakefield Inspection number 1103832 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 2 December 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2001 and lives in Altoft, Normanton. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 4.30pm 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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