Childminder in Bradford

Inspection date 27 September 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is good

n The childminder knows the children well and understands how to use teaching methods to extend their individual learning styles during play. She offers them stimulating spaces and resources to explore, helps them make their own choices and regularly joins in with play to support their ideas. Children remain engaged and focused in their activities. They make good progress towards their learning goals in preparation for their eventual move on to school. n The childminder evaluates her practice well and identifies areas she wishes to develop next. She works with other professionals to share ideas and gain even more knowledge, increasing the already good level of service she provides. n Children are keen explorers and can take charge of their own learning. For example, after reading a book about a hungry caterpillar, they choose to go outside and investigate the garden to search for bugs and find eaten leaves on the plants.

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The provision is good

n The childminder has developed close and caring relationships with the children. She is kind and respectful towards their needs and, in turn, children demonstrate these skills towards each other. Children are polite and understand the behaviour that is expected of them. n The childminder supports her assistants to maintain a good level of knowledge and understand their roles and responsibilities in caring for children and keeping them safe.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder is not always successful when using her progress tracking system, in identifying focused next steps for children that suit their immediate needs in development. n The childminder does not fully take into account the views of parents when developing areas of improvement in her practice.

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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

n monitor children's progress more precisely, using this to identify highly focused next steps for children's development that meet their immediate needs n devise better ways of gaining feedback more regularly from all parents to help inform future improvement plans for the service.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of the procedures to follow in the event of any concerns about a child's welfare. She has a good understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse and other child protection concerns. The childminder provides a secure environment and ensures her equipment is suitable to use, maintaining children's well-being and safety in her care. The childminder establishes good relationships with parents from the start and they are regularly involved in their children's development. For example, they complete starting point assessments together, and have daily conversations about activities the children have been doing and their planned next steps in learning. The childminder works well with other professionals and attends regular contact groups. Here she can share practice with other colleagues, identify training needs and develop her skills further.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good awareness of child development and how to help children achieve in all areas of learning. She uses a variety of teaching methods to support children during play and offers challenge to extend their learning. The childminder encourages children to solve problems during play. For example, as children line building blocks up and knock them down, she asks them to think about how many bricks it would take to reach and ring the bell that was placed at the end. Children use skills they have learnt with a purpose. For instance, children take their own photographs of bugs they find in the garden. In addition, children regularly count during play, attempt to write their names and order events in stories independently. The childminder observes children's development regularly and monitors their progress.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder praises children for their achievements and good behaviour. Children have high self-esteem and are emotionally secure. They show they feel safe as they explore the setting with confidence and manage their own risks during play. For example, they tidy up toys to prevent tripping and understand not to go too fast or near the steps when riding the bikes. The childminder supports children to develop healthy lifestyles and physical skills, such as when using her outdoor area and taking children on walks to parks and nature reserves. Children often use their imagination skills to create new games and stories. For example, children create a journey into space using play people and a rocket. They make up their own characters and voices, and describe the things they see.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are motivated in their learning and concentrate on activities that interest them. They develop positive attitudes towards learning and gain the key skills they need for school. Children's language and communication skills are progressing well. They are eager to initiate and maintain conversation with other people. Children have opportunities to socialise with children of different ages. They are becoming aware of the similarities and differences people have in their local community. Children take pride in doing things for themselves and can ask for support if they need it.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY499193 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 10077261 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 3 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in the Crossflatts area of Bingley, West Yorkshire. She operates all year round from 7am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a qualification in childcare at level 5.

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Registers

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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Registers

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