Childminder 319856

Inspection date 29 November 2018 Previous inspection date 26 June 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 Not Applicable

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This provision is good

n Parents are very happy with the quality of care in the setting. They explain that their children have fun and feel safe. Parents comment that the childminder is kind, friendly and approachable. n Children develop secure relationships with the warm and welcoming childminder, who praises their efforts and offers plenty of encouragement. n Children socialise well across the age groups and are polite and cooperative. They share and take turns during activities. Children are clear about boundaries and follow simple rules. Their behaviour is very good. n The childminder ensures there is an effective and regular exchange of information with nurseries and schools attended by the children in her care. This helps to ensure a continuity of approach. n Young children enjoy exploring their creative skills. They choose from a wide range of craft materials and practise using their fine-motor skills. For example, children cut out

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This provision is good

shapes with scissors and write their names on their work. n On occasions, the childminder does not make the best of opportunities for children to contribute to routine tasks and develop their good independence skills even further. n The childminder has not fully focused the programme of professional development to help enhance children's experiences even more.

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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 enhance opportunities for young children to practise their independence skills during routine activities n target the programme for professional development to help improve children's experiences even further.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector completed a tour of the areas of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector completed an evaluated activity with the childminder. n The inspector looked at documentation, including evidence of the suitability of adults living and working at the premises. n The inspector spoke to parents on the day and took into account their views and those expressed in written feedback.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of how to recognise signs of any potential abuse. She knows what procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder completes risk assessments of her home, garden and activities, and reviews these regularly to help minimise any risks. She supports children to learn how to keep themselves safe. For example, all children practise the emergency evacuation procedures. The childminder collects the views of parents and children to inform reflections on the quality of her provision and before planning any changes. Parents say that children ask to visit the childminder's house and are reluctant to leave.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows children's needs and interests well. She gives clear explanations and demonstrations to help children to develop their understanding and skills. The childminder expertly uses questioning to engage children in conversations about topics that interest them. Children talk about their day at nursery or school while they enjoy a home-cooked, nutritious meal. They practise their early mathematical skills, such as when they make three-dimensional shapes using dry spaghetti and marshmallows. The childminder encourages children to solve problems for themselves. For example, she asks children to work out how many more pieces of pasta they will need to finish their model.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides tailored settling-in sessions to help children feel at home from the start. She collects information from parents about children's likes and dislikes and their care needs, including dietary requirements. Children of all ages are regularly involved in decision making and show a strong sense of belonging in the childminder's home. For example, the childminder asks children to suggest ideas for activities and then plans to put these into action wherever possible. This helps to build children's confidence and self-esteem. Children independently access resources and can choose to relax while reading a book or playing a game. They follow good hygiene routines, including washing their hands thoroughly before meals. Children enjoy their time together and make friends across the age groups. Older children eagerly help younger ones with everyday tasks.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 319856 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10068939 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 2 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 23 Date of previous inspection 26 June 2014

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The childminder registered in 1993. She operates from 7.15am until 9am and 3.30pm until 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, during term time only.

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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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