Childminder in Leeds

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 July 2018 31 March 2015

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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 good relationships with children and their families. She works with parents from the start to gather and share information about children's development and interests. Parents are happy with the care and support they receive.  The childminder knows how children learn and provides them with a wide range of activities and resources linked to their interests and stages in development. Children participate in play with a purpose across all areas of their learning.  The childminder provides a safe and stimulating environment for children to explore. She is kind and sensitive to children's needs which helps support their emotional well- being.  The childminder reflects on her provision and identifies areas of improvement. She completes training to ensure her knowledge and skills are up to date.  Children remain engaged with their play for long periods of time and are motivated to complete a task. Children all make good progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently make the most of emerging learning opportunities to challenge children and extend their development further during play.

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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

 identify emerging learning opportunities during play more swiftly to ensure children's development is maximised at all times.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as a sample of policies and evidence of the suitability of adults living in the household.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has implemented strategies to work with other professionals, such as local schools. She uses these links well to help children gain key skills in preparation for the next stage in their learning. She shares ideas with families to help children get ready for their move on to school. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder recognises possible signs of abuse and understands her role in reporting any welfare concerns for a child. The childminder has a desire to maintain her high standard of care and teaching. She regularly engages with other childminders to share ideas and complete training. Children visit the local community regularly with the childminder, where they have opportunities to play with others and learn to value and respect different individuals.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes children and has a secure understanding of their progress. She plans activities to suit each child's next steps in learning and uses their interests to engage children in play. The childminder completes progress checks for children between the ages of two and three years and shares this with parents to provide a copy for their child's health visitor. The childminder plays skilfully alongside children and asks them questions to widen their learning. For example, children use magnets to pick up multicoloured coins that they sort and count. The childminder then encourages them to explore the room to see what else the magnet clings to. Children are supported to develop in all areas of learning during planned and spontaneous activities. The childminder regularly helps children to recognise letters and numbers in the environment.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a good role model for children and sets them clear and consistent boundaries for expected behaviour. She offers regular praise and encouragement for children's achievements to increase their self-esteem. Children are kind and caring to each other and use good manners to ask for something. They negotiate with each other from a young age, such as when sharing play materials independently. The childminder gives children the opportunity to exercise in the outdoor area or on outings to local playgroups or parks. Children learn about healthy lifestyles. They understand how to keep their own spaces safe by tidying up when there are too many toys on the floor. Children are independent and make their own choices with confidence.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children often use their imagination to develop their games. For example, children use cardboard tubes to make their arms longer and pretend to be giants. In addition, children enjoy using the play laptops to complete their 'work'. They use technology regularly and confidently throughout the day. Children enjoy dressing up, dancing and retelling stories. They have good communication skills and are supported to say words more clearly. They enjoy choosing and listening to a range of factual and fiction stories.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY304293 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 1092280 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 31 March 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Pudsey, Leeds. She works Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 6pm, all year round except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years 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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