Childminder in Leeds

Inspection date 17 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 provides a homely environment for the children. They have access to different learning opportunities and can choose from a wide range of resources. n The childminder provides opportunities for children to develop their independence skills. They confidently explore the childminder's living room and conservatory area, directing their own play and learning. n The quality of teaching is good. The childminder is supportive and encouraging. She follows the children's lead during play, reshaping activities based on what children are interested in. As a result, children show high levels of interest and engagement. n The childminder has developed positive relationships with parents. She ensures that they are kept up to date with the progress their children make. n Children learn about different people, the community and the world around them through the various outings planned by the childminder, including to the local park,

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This provision is good

playgroups and soft-play areas. n The childminder does not always fully target training and professional development opportunities to improve her skills and knowledge at the highest level in specific areas. n At times, the childminder misses opportunities to help children think critically and solve problems for themselves.

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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 focus more precisely on targeting professional development opportunities to strengthen skills even further and extend already good-quality practice even more n increase opportunities for children to think critically and solve problems for themselves, to further extend their learning.

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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 has good knowledge of the signs and symptoms that might indicate a child is at risk of harm. She knows the correct procedure to follow should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder regularly evaluates the setting, taking into consideration the views of children and parents. She takes on board suggested improvements, for example using communication books to enhance children's continuity of care and parent partnerships. The childminder is compassionate and nurturing. She gets to know the children in her care very well and has established strong relationships with them.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes regular assessments of what children can do. She monitors children's progress closely and plans some interesting activities to support their learning and development. The childminder shares children's achievements and next steps in learning with their parents by completing detailed learning reviews each term. The childminder teaches the basics well. She encourages children to be social and to play together, enhancing their turn-taking skills as they different play games. She role models language effectively, remodelling sentences and repeating words so children can hear them correctly. Children develop their physical skills as they play outside and visit the local park regularly. They also have lots of opportunities to practise using their small muscles. For example, children explore a construction toy which requires them to fix shapes to a board using screws and a screwdriver.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is very positive and enthusiastic with children and she promotes their good behaviour well. Children are aware of the boundaries in place and follow simple rules, such as helping to tidy away the resources. Children display high levels of well- being and confidence. They settle quickly into the setting, indicating that they feel safe and secure in the childminder's care. A healthy lifestyle is promoted and children have opportunities to be healthy and active in the setting. For example, they talk about their favourite foods as they help themselves to a range of fresh fruit at snack time.

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Outcomes for children are good

Overall, children are eager and motivated to learn. They display high levels of engagement and are developing the skills they need for future learning. Children are making progress from their starting points and are working within the appropriate stage of development for their age. Children are developing good early literacy development. They enjoy sharing stories, discussing what they can see in illustrations and linking this to their own experiences.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY540797 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10080040 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 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Leeds. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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