Childminder in Bradford

Inspection date 29 November 2018 Previous inspection date 21 October 2014

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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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This provision is good

n The childminder works extremely closely with parents from the start. She collects very detailed information about children's interests, stage of development and care needs. The childminder tailors her settling-in procedures to the individual needs of each child and their family. n Children make good progress in their learning and development. The childminder uses her observations of children as they play to plan for their future learning. She completes accurate assessments of children's development. n The childminder anticipates children's needs well. For example, she knows when babies want to go to sleep, cuddling them before she settles them comfortably. n Children are extremely happy and feel emotionally secure. The childminder is very kind, patient and nurturing. She acknowledges children's efforts and achievements with genuine praise. This develops children's confidence and self-esteem. n The childminder is sensitive to the safety needs of children. She effectively assesses

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This provision is good

her resources and any potential hazards in her home, outdoors and while on outings. n The childminder provides children with a wide range of exciting and interesting learning experiences. For example, children's physical skills are well supported as they enjoy regular outdoor play and outings to the local park and nature reserve. n Occasionally, the childminder overlooks opportunities during children's routines to extend and build on their independence skills further.

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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 make full use of everyday opportunities to help develop children's independence skills even further.

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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 indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children during the inspection. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder. n The inspector looked at a sample of documentation, including evidence of the suitability of adults living in the household. n The inspector took account of the views of parents from written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and knows where to refer any concerns about a child's welfare. She accesses training to help keep her safeguarding knowledge refreshed. The childminder meets with other childminders to share good practice and gather new ideas. She evaluates her provision and makes changes to enhance her service. Children receive good support to learn how to keep themselves safe. For example, they learn about road safety when walking in the local area with the childminder.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The qualified childminder uses her good knowledge and experience to effectively teach and engage children in activities. She skilfully intervenes to extend children's learning as they play. For example, the childminder sits alongside children and supports their early mathematical skills as they count pieces of play dough. The childminder promotes children's language and communication skills well. She pronounces words clearly and describes children's actions as they play. The childminder introduces new words into children's vocabulary. For example, as children press buttons into play dough, the childminder asks if the buttons feel slippery and slimy. Children's literacy skills are fostered as they independently access their favourite books and relish spending time pretending to read the words. Children show their imaginative skills as they act out real life experiences. For example, children pretend to shop. They choose and pay for their

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

items before putting them into a shopping basket.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children flourish in this welcoming and nurturing environment. They develop strong bonds with the childminder and clearly relish the time they spend with her. For example, children giggle with delight as they blow bubbles together. New children settle quickly and are very confident with the childminder and other children. Children develop their understanding of the importance of healthy lifestyles and learn to manage their own self- care needs. For example, they wash their hands before eating. Children's behaviour is exemplary. They show a good understanding of treating each other with care and respect. For example, children willingly share, take turns and tidy away toys. This creates a happy atmosphere for all.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They are eager and motivated to learn. Children concentrate for long periods of time, relative to their age. They are confident when meeting visitors to the childminder's home and happily invite them into their play. Children effectively acquire the necessary skills to prepare them for their next stage of learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY440779 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 10069142 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 0 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 21 October 2014

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Registers

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Shipley. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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