Childminder in Bradford

Inspection date 7 January 2019 Previous inspection date 3 September 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 is passionate in her role. She is experienced and knowledgeable and has cared for children for many years. She has an in-depth understanding of child development and how children learn. This helps her to provide appropriate activities and experiences to support their learning. n The childminder has formed secure attachments with children. They are happy and settled in her care. They eagerly join in all the activities on offer. n The childminder observes children regularly in their play. She accurately assesses their progress and uses this information to plan the next steps in their learning. Children make good progress from their starting points. n The childminder has strong partnerships with parents. She collects information about what they can already do when they first start, and uses this information to support children's future learning. n Children's communication and language are supported exceptionally well. The

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This provision is good

childminder models key words throughout her interactions with children. She supports children's mathematical development well. For example, she encourages the children to count balls as they tidy them away. n The childminder has not yet fully established relationships with other providers where children attend more than one setting.

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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 establish links with other providers where children attend more than one setting, to support their learning 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 both indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector had a tour of the premises used for childminding purposes. 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 at appropriate times during the inspection, and took into account oral and written feedback from parents and children.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has implemented a good range of policies and procedures to ensure children's safety. This is evident in her daily practice. She completes regular risk assessments to ensure children's safety on outings and within the setting. The childminder has a good knowledge of how to recognise the signs of abuse and neglect. She understands who she must report to if she has concerns about a child's welfare. Parents and children provide positive feedback about their experiences with the childminder. Regular dialogue with parents ensures they are involved in their children's learning at home and in the setting. The childminder meets regularly with other childminders to exchange and share ideas. This supports her to evaluate her practice regularly.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is a very good teacher. She is enthusiastic in her manner and engages the children in their play. Children's communication and language are supported extremely well. The childminder consistently models new language and encourages children to repeat the words. For example, when children build a tower of blocks she says the name of the animal on the side and encourages them to repeat it. The childminder is very responsive to children's interests. For example, they show great curiosity in a bag which she allows them to choose an object from. When a child selects a teapot all the children sing 'I'm a little teapot' with great enthusiasm. They join in the actions, showing their increasing physical skills. Children have access to a wide range of resources indoors and outdoors. This allows them to make choices independently. The childminder recognises the need to differentiate activities for younger children as she

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

offers more support when encouraging them to jump over obstacles.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder encourages children to do things for themselves. This supports their independence. For example, she encourages them to take off their coat and shoes after playing outside. She offers consistent praise and encouragement for their efforts, which supports their confidence and self-esteem. Regular outings, including visiting places of interest, help children to learn about the wider world. They have opportunities to build relationships as they meet and make new friends. The childminder offers a variety of healthy snacks and meals, and children learn to keep themselves healthy. For example, they know they must wash their hands before they eat. Children are very well behaved. They are attentive and listen to the childminder. She teaches children to be kind and considerate to each other and to share and take turns.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points. They are becoming well prepared for their future learning. Children show high levels of concentration as they work out for themselves where the next piece fits in a puzzle. Children play outside regularly where they can grow their own vegetables and learn about nature in the bug house. They learn to assess their own risks, negotiating obstacles as they move around on the ride-along toys.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 302380 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 10069110 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 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection 3 September 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 1985 and lives in Bingley, West Yorkshire. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, 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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