Childminder in Bradford

Inspection date 30 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 is well organised, experienced and knowledgeable. She provides a flexible home-from-home environment where children make good progress in their learning and development. Parents comment positively about how the childminder has helped their children to develop. n The childminder closely observes children as they play. She accurately assesses their developmental stage and interests. This helps her to plan appropriate next steps in children's learning and to promote their good progress. n The childminder promotes children's communication and language skills very effectively. She talks to children, initiates meaningful conversations and introduces new words and phrases to them. The childminder speaks clearly and precisely to encourage children's correct pronunciation of words. n Children behave well, given their young age. They are learning about sharing, taking turns and the use of good manners. The childminder successfully leads by example and

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This provision is good

is very kind, calm and caring. n The childminder makes thorough checks of the premises each day and identifies and removes any hazards to help provide a safe environment. n The childminder, due to her enthusiasm, does not always give children enough time to discover solutions for themselves. n The childminder does not always make full use of the opportunities to promote the learning for children who prefer to learn outside.

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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 provide children with enough time during their play to develop their problem-solving skills n extend the range of outdoor opportunities for children who prefer to learn outside.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector had a tour of the areas used for childminding. She looked at the range of resources available for the children to use. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder and discussed the impact of teaching. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children during the inspection. She observed the interactions between the childminder and children as they played. n The inspector reviewed relevant documentation, including the childminder's self- evaluation, evidence of qualifications and suitability of household members, children's learning files and a sample of policies and procedures. n The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse that indicate a child might be at risk. She has a secure knowledge of wider child protection issues and current guidance. The childminder knows the action she must take if she has any concerns for a child's welfare. The childminder has started to evaluate her practice and is aware of the benefits of continuously developing her skills and knowledge. She meets with other childminders to discuss and share good practice. This helps to ensure that she is aware of new initiatives and legislation. The childminder communicates with parents regularly about their children's experiences and progress. She makes good use of information contributed by parents to update her assessments of children's progress.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder builds learning opportunities into all aspects of children's play, enabling them to build on their knowledge. The childminder regularly refreshes and changes resources around, based on children's interests. They are free to move about their environment and select games and toys that interest them. The childminder encourages children's enjoyment of literacy. They choose storybooks from low-level shelves and learn to recite words and phrases from their favourite tales. Children are developing early mathematical skills well. The childminder counts, sorts shapes and discusses colour and size with them. Children learn about people and communities beyond their immediate experience. For example, the childminder takes children to play groups and other places of interest. They socialise and get to know other children of similar ages, which provides them with good opportunities to develop their social skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and settled in the care of the childminder, who is attentive to their needs. She understands when they are ready for their snack or are tired and need to have a sleep. Children readily go to her for cuddles and reassurance, which help to support their emotional well-being and self-esteem. Children are learning to care for themselves through secure routines and are developing a good sense of self. They develop good hand-to-eye coordination as they feed themselves. Children eat well- balanced meals and snacks, and follow good hygiene routines. For example, they learn why they need to wash their hands before eating. These all contribute to their physical well-being.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are working comfortably within the range of development typical for their age and make good progress. They are enthusiastic learners, who show curiosity in activities and the world around them. Children learn about how things work and develop skills in using programmable toys. They gain the required skills they need for their future learning as they become increasingly independent.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY539645 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 10080034 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 - 1 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Bradford. She operates all year round, from 7am to 7pm on Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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