Childminder in Wakefield

Inspection date 22 November 2018 Previous inspection date 8 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 and her assistant know the children very well. The childminder provides a warm and nurturing environment for the children. This helps them to form close relationships with her and her assistant. n All children make good progress from their starting points. They have access to a wide variety of stimulating resources and activities, which help them to develop across all areas of learning. n Through daily discussions and sharing of children's learning journals, the childminder keeps parents informed about the experiences she provides for children and their continuing progress. This helps parents to understand how best to support their children's learning at home. n Children enjoy a wide range of outings, which enhances their understanding of different communities and cultures. n The childminder maintains strong links with the local school to ensure that children benefit from continuity in their learning.

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This provision is good

n The childminder has not used highly focused professional development to raise the quality of teaching to an outstanding 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

n make the most of professional development opportunities to further enhance the quality of practice and raise the quality of teaching to a higher level.

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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 had on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and her assistant. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of adults in the setting. n The inspector took the views of parents into consideration.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good awareness of child protection issues and the procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child in her care. The childminder makes sure she minimises risks to children on the premises and any venues she might visit with them. She regularly monitors her assessments of children's learning to make sure they are making continued good progress. Self-evaluation is effective. The childminder accurately identifies the strengths of her provision and aspects she would like to improve. The childminder monitors her assistant's practice and makes sure they are clear about how to keep their practice up to date and effective. She receives complimentary feedback from parents about the care she provides and the progress their children make.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children of all ages benefit from a well-planned and attractive play space. They have independent access to resources and areas within the setting. The childminder gathers detailed information from parents before children start in her care so that along with her own observations, she can determine children's starting points and identify their next steps in learning. The childminder carefully follows children's lead and supports their interests. She extends their learning instinctively, particularly in mathematics, encouraging children to count and to recognise colour and shape. The childminder and her assistant support the children with special educational needs and/or disabilities well by liaising closely with relevant agencies to ensure the children make good progress. The childminder interacts sensitively with children, encouraging them to share their ideas.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has created a well-organised environment where children flourish. She has a gentle and caring manner and is responsive to children's needs. They excitedly explore their own interests and engage in a good balance of self-chosen and adult-led activities. The childminder encourages children to share and take turns and be kind to each other. Children have high levels of self-esteem and behave very well. They are learning to be independent, choosing activities and persevering to do things by themselves. Children have daily opportunities to play and explore outdoors ensuring they receive fresh air and exercise. The childminder encourages them to climb and balance, plant and observe fruit and vegetables growing.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children enjoy a wide variety of activities, which help them to progress well across all areas of learning. Children practice writing their name, form friendships and show interest in books. They recognise colours and sort objects, according to shape and colour. They enjoy singing rhymes and reading stories with the childminder. Children are gaining the key skills needed for the next stage of their learning and in readiness for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY266445 Local authority Wakefield Inspection number 10069851 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 18 Number of children on roll 22 Date of previous inspection 8 October 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in the Ossett area of Wakefield. She works with an assistant. The childminder operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holiday.

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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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