Childminder in Kirklees

Inspection date 15 November 2018 Previous inspection date 2 June 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 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 Children make good progress. The childminder has a thorough knowledge of the children in her care. She effectively uses the information she has about individual children to monitor their progress in learning. n The childminder has robust procedures in place to help children settle in. She knows children well from the start and they benefit from established routines. n The childminder assesses risks in the home and when on outings. This helps to ensure that children's welfare and safety are protected and potential risks are minimised. n Children develop good attachments with the childminder. She treats them with affection, supporting their emotional well-being effectively. n Children enjoy experiences, such as toddler groups and visits into the community. This helps to promote their understanding of the local environment and prepares them socially for their future move on to school.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n Although the childminder shares information with parents about children's care needs, she does not exchange enough information with them about children's learning to help them make even better progress. n The childminder does not always extend children's thinking skills. She occasionally misses opportunities to use further questioning to enhance children's knowledge and understanding.

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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 strengthen the two-way flow of information with parents regarding children's learning to help children make even better progress n make more effective use of questioning techniques that encourage children to think and learn.

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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 completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n 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. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection. n The inspector discussed self-evaluation and how the views of parents and children are included to drive improvement.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of how to keep children safe and of the procedures to follow should she have a concern. She keeps up-to-date with current practice. For instance, she attends various training and uses this knowledge to develop her service and meet children's needs. In addition, the childminder subscribes to email updates and discusses good practice with other childminders. The childminder adapts her practice on a daily basis to ensure that the needs of children are fully met. She asks parents and children to inform her about how well she is meeting their needs to identify and plan actions to further develop her practice. Partnerships with the local schools are established. This supports continuity for children through a shared approach to their care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children show cooperation and high levels of self-esteem as they join in with different activities, such as role play and exploring musical instruments. The childminder supports the development of mathematics well. For example, she encourages children to discuss colour, shapes and numbers as they explore the concepts of play dough. The childminder identifies any gaps in children's learning and provides activities to help close the gaps quickly.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The well-organised environment allows children to develop their independence and ability to explore. Children enjoy regular access to the outdoors which helps to enhance their physical well-being and understanding of the world around them. For example, children regularly visit local parks. When children are unsettled, the childminder is very attentive and gives reassurance which supports children's well-being. This promotes good relationships in the setting and children feel valued and safe. Children behave well and have good manners. They enjoy meaningful praise from the childminder for their efforts and successes. The childminder provides healthy snacks and meals that help children learn about how to lead healthy lifestyles.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in all areas of their learning and development. Children concentrate well in their play and show motivation to learn. They develop their imagination, for example, they make models with dough. Older children learn to manage their own personal needs, such as using the toilet independently. These skills help to prepare children for their future learning at school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY320385 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 10070855 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 1 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 2 June 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. She operates all year round from 6.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays, two weeks at Christmas and bank holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children.

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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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