Childminder 302561

Inspection date 14 February 2019 Previous inspection date 14 November 2014

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Good 2 Effectiveness of leadership and management Outstanding 1 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1 Outcomes for children Not Applicable

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This provision is outstanding

n The childminder is extremely passionate about providing the very highest standards of care and learning for children and their families. n The childminder plans very interesting activities that motivate children to learn extremely well. For example, they choose from a vast array of craft materials to create their own cards on Valentine's Day. Older children consistently support and encourage younger children, including by helping them to use scissors successfully. n Children are given time and space to fully pursue their own interests in play. They show very deep concentration during activities. For example, boys immerse themselves in imaginary play with small figures. n Children's behaviour is exemplary. They have built extremely strong relationships with each other and play cooperatively in small groups. Children demonstrate impeccable manners at all times. n The childminder has created highly effective partnerships with others. Her friendly

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This provision is outstanding

approach enables her to share highly detailed information and discuss children's progress with ease. The school and nursery teachers highly recommend the childminder to others. n Children say that they feel happy, safe and listened to. They know that they can talk to the childminder if feeling upset or worried about anything. This supports children's emotional well-being exceptionally well. n Partnerships with parents are excellent. They are extremely complimentary of the childminder. For example, comments include, 'She has always exceeded our expectations of a childminder and she clearly cares for the children. She sees the individuality in them and allows them to be themselves'. n The childminder develops children's independence skills and confidence as a priority. She continually checks that each individual child is happy. She skilfully encourages them to make their own choices. Children self-serve their drinks and help to serve food

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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 continue to develop professional skills and expert knowledge to build on the already excellent practice and help to maintain the very highest standards of care and learning for children.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed an evaluation of an activity with the childminder and had discussions at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at a range of documents, such as the childminder's observations and assessments of children's learning, training records and a sample of policies and procedures. The inspector discussed self-evaluation with the childminder. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection and took account their views. n The inspector spoke to one parent and took account of parents' written feedback received for the inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is outstanding

The childminder continually reflects on the quality of her care and practice, using the views of the children and parents very effectively. This helps her to be fully responsive to children's and their families' needs. She recognises that it is vital to continue to build on her own professional skills and knowledge, to help her to maintain her outstanding practice. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder reads extensively and completes training to ensure that her knowledge is kept fully up to date. She has highly comprehensive policies and robust procedures in place. The childminder understands what swift action to take if she has any concerns about the welfare of children in her care. She demonstrates excellent knowledge of wider safeguarding matters. The childminder skilfully teaches even the youngest children how to keep themselves safe. For example, they consistently practise how to cross the road safely on the way back

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

The childminder gathers a wealth of information about children's likes, dislikes and interests. She takes time to get to know children extremely well as individuals. The childminder communicates with parents daily, including through discussions, text messages and emails. She enthusiastically shares books with younger children. The childminder is animated and pauses when reading, to encourage them to fill in the missing gaps. She asks questions to test the children's understanding and explains the meaning of unfamiliar words. This significantly contributes towards children's superb communication and literacy skills. The childminder is highly motivated and supports children with their homework. For example, she expertly encourages children to practise their spellings and mathematics. This helps children to be exceptionally well prepared for school. They learn vital skills for their future learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder has created a very homely environment where children feel totally comfortable and have time to relax. She promotes children's behaviour extremely well. They understand the clear 'house rules'. The childminder's calm and patient approach helps children's self-esteem and confidence to flourish. They listen to each other carefully and value contributions from others. For example, boys discuss how they should build a structure from bricks. They suggest ideas and then agree on the best solution. The childminder works in very close partnership with school and nursery. She puts highly effective interventions and support in place to best support children's needs. Among other things, she completes joint behaviour charts which pass between the setting and home. Children enjoy mealtimes and understand the routines. They eagerly go to wash their hands and enjoy the responsibility of choosing what they will eat. The

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

childminder ensures that she caters for children's individual dietary requirements. This helps to promote children's excellent physical health and well-being. Children completely value and respect each other. The childminder actively encourages others to be unique and to celebrate difference. For example, children practise saying a prayer in a different language before eating. Children praise each other and celebrate their achievements together.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 302561 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 10069112 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 4 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection 14 November 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 1998 and lives in Baildon, in Bradford. She operates all year round from 7.15am to 8.45am and 3.15pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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