Childminder in Bradford

Inspection date 22 January 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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 has a calm, warm and welcoming nature. She provides a homely environment for the children. Children have access to different learning opportunities and can choose from a wide range of resources available. n Overall, the childminder has established good relationships with parents. They work together to ensure children receive continuity in their care and learning. The childminder regularly shares information, such as children's interests, assessments and next steps in learning, with parents. n The childminder plans a range of activities to support children to learn about different cultures and ways of life. For example, she provides children with visits to places of interest and the library, and draws on the experiences of the children she cares for. n Children are engaged, eager and motivated during their play. They are able to test out their own ideas. For example, children use a range of resources to manipulate play

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This provision is good

dough. They make various items of their choosing, including houses, faces and dinner for the childminder. n The systems in place for self-evaluation are not fully developed. The childminder does not consistently seek the views of children and parents to build on the good service she provides. n The childminder is developing the outdoor space to provide children with greater outdoor learning opportunities, including the potential to plant and grow their own herbs and vegetables.

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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 develop the systems for self-evaluation further and include the views of children and parents n continue to develop the outdoor environment to provide children with even more learning opportunities, particularly for those children who prefer to learn outdoors.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector viewed all areas of the childminder's home used by the children. n The inspector observed the interaction between the childminder and the children, and considered the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector looked at samples of children's learning files and records, along with a range of other documentation. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector and the childminder jointly evaluated an activity together.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows what action to take should she have any concerns about a child. Policies and procedures are detailed and risk assessments are in place. The childminder ensures that children are well supervised and play in a safe and secure environment. She works closely with other professionals, including additional settings that children attend. The childminder shares information with them about children's progress and achievements, along with their next steps in learning. She is passionate about her role and strives to raise standards. For example, the childminder identifies specific training and attends different forums, to improve learning outcomes for children and build on her existing knowledge and skills.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is positive and enthusiastic during her interactions with the children. She encourages younger children to have a go. For example, during the inspection, she supported them as they tried to roll coloured balls down a ball run. The childminder listens carefully to children and supports their thinking skills through effective questioning. For example, as children made houses using play dough, she made comments to encourage discussions about a story of 'the big bad wolf and three little pigs'. The childminder takes time to get to know individual children's personalities well. She plans activities to stimulate children's interests and follows their lead during play. Her assessments of what children can do are precise. The childminder uses these assessments to plan learning experiences which are tailored to meet individual children's needs.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are well behaved. They are aware of the boundaries in place and follow simple rules, such as helping to tidy away after lunchtime. The childminder is a good role model and reminds children about being kind to each other, especially to the younger babies. She supports children's emotional development and well-being. The childminder helps children to understand and manage their emotions and express how they are feeling. Children's independence and self-care skills are promoted well. Children enjoy making their own sandwiches at lunchtime, spreading jam and cutting the bread in half. Children have opportunities to be healthy and active in the setting. The childminder provides nutritious, home-cooked meals for the children to enjoy.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are eager and motivated to learn. They are making good progress in all areas of development from their starting points. Children develop their social and emotional development, communication skills and physical skills effectively. They are working comfortably within the range of development typical for their age. Children display high levels of involvement and are developing the skills that they need for future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY540929 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 10080132 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Keighley, West Yorkshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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Registers

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