Childminder in Leeds

Inspection date 14 January 2019 Previous inspection date 27 July 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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This provision is good

n The childminder is ambitious and keen to develop her service even further. She works particularly well with her assistant to evaluate and enhance her practice and provision. Parents and children contribute their thoughts and ideas. n The childminder and her assistant have a good understanding of children's individual needs and interests. They provide exciting and interesting activities to help to promote children's learning. Observations of children's learning are accurate. The childminder uses them well to identify next steps in their development. Children are making good progress in their learning. n The childminder and her assistant are calm and caring. They develop exceptionally close relationships with children, who clearly enjoy the time they spend with them. Children are confident and develop a deep sense of belonging. Their emotional well- being is effectively supported. n The childminder keeps appropriate records. She implements policies and procedures

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This provision is good

effectively to support her good practice. The childminder carries out daily safety checks to reduce any hazards. This helps her to promote children's safety and welfare to the highest level. n Sometimes, the childminder does not fully support children to develop their already good thinking skills further. n The childminder has not fully explored further ways to enhance her current level of knowledge and understanding, to extend her teaching skills to an even higher 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 strengthen the quality of teaching further to enhance children's thinking skills more successfully n maximise development opportunities to help improve teaching skills to an even higher level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the home used for childminding purposes. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability of adults working and living on the premises, a sample of policies and discussed assessments of children's learning. n The inspector jointly evaluated an activity with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder and her assistant have a clear knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues. They are aware of the possible indicators of abuse and know exactly what to do if they have concerns about children's welfare. The childminder supervises her assistant and ensures that he completes all essential training. Effective systems are in place to share important information with other early years providers when the time comes for children to move to school or nursery. Parents are very happy with the quality of care in the setting. They explain that their children have made good progress and love attending the setting.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The experienced childminder knows children well. She understands their stage of development and their individual capabilities. The childminder interacts purposefully with children and plans activities that excite and motivate children to learn. For example, children become absorbed in their play as they carefully mix different coloured paints together. The childminder supports children's mathematical development through play. For example, children reliably count the number of pieces of fruit they cut up for their snack. The childminder supports children to develop good communication and language skills. She listens carefully, models vocabulary well and introduces children to new words as they play. The childminder has good partnerships with parents. She communicates effectively, sharing daily information about children's learning and development.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder organises her setting well. She offers a range of appropriate resources for children to choose from. This helps them to develop their independence. The childminder gets to know children and their families well. She collects a range of information from parents during settling-in sessions and uses this effectively to promote children's emotional well-being. Children behave well. The childminder and her assistant offer praise and encouragement and promote positive behaviour. This helps to develop children's self-esteem. The childminder is effective in her approach to promoting good health. Children have plenty of opportunities for fresh air and exercise, and the childminder provides a good range of nutritious meals and snacks.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children happily engage in activities, maintain attention and follow simple instructions. They are confident and display a positive attitude to trying new experiences. Children develop good social skills when they attend groups and interact with other adults and children. They develop their understanding of diversity and become aware of people in the wider world. Children are effectively developing the skills that they need in preparation for nursery or school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 319690 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10064231 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 - 8 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 27 July 2015

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The childminder registered in 1988 and lives in Morley, Leeds. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm from Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant.

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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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