Childminder in Leeds

Inspection date 28 February 2019 Previous inspection date 2 October 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 uses effective methods to evaluate the quality of her service and to help her plan further improvements to provide good outcomes for children. She actively seeks the views of parents and children. n The childminder completes regular observations and assessments of children's development. She uses these to plan effectively for children's next steps in learning. Children make good progress from their starting points. n Partnerships with parents are secure. Parents are kept up to date with children's progress and development so that they can continue their child's learning at home. n The childminder manages children's behaviour well. Children play very well together and show consideration for each other. They learn to share and take turns. n Children develop close bonds with the childminder. They are well settled and show a strong sense of belonging in the childminder's welcoming home.

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This provision is good

n Occasionally, the childminder does not give children enough time to think about and respond to questions asked. n The childminder does not make the most of opportunities to extend children's understanding of the importance of a healthy diet.

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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 give children more time to respond to questions, to build on their thinking skills and extend their learning further n make more effective use of opportunities for children to learn about the importance of a healthy diet.

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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. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector considered the views of parents through the written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands her responsibility to protect children from harm. She makes sure her knowledge of child protection is up to date. The childminder knows what to do if she has concerns regarding a child's welfare and the procedures she needs to follow. The childminder records children's attendance and monitors any periods of unexplained absence. She risk assesses appropriately, including when transporting children and taking them on outings. The childminder undertakes professional development to keep up to date with any changes. For example, she attends regular training and exchanges ideas for good practice with other childcare professionals.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder understands how children learn. She sits at children's level and joins in enthusiastically with their games and role play. Children independently choose toys and activities from a wide range of interesting resources. For instance, children press buttons and turn handles to investigate how things work. Children use a range of equipment to make marks and express their ideas. This helps to build on their early writing skills. Children use their imaginative skills well. For example, they take on different roles, pretending to feed and care for dolls. The childminder ensures that children have plenty of opportunities to play outside and engage in physical activities in the fresh air. Children have regular outings to local attractions and walks in nearby parks.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are developing good social skills and the confidence to do things for themselves. For example, they feed themselves and tidy away their toys. Children respond well to the praise that they receive for their achievements and gain good levels of self-esteem. The childminder ensures that children follow hygiene practices and learn how to keep themselves safe. For example, they learn about road safety and take part in emergency evacuation drills. Children learn about diversity and the wider world. They develop an awareness of different traditions and cultural celebrations that take place during the year. The childminder builds good relationships with local school teachers, which helps when preparing children to become ready for the move on to primary school.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are polite, friendly and confident around adults. They are motivated to learn and show good levels of involvement. Children extend their mathematical skills well. They learn to count and recognise colours and shapes. Children develop skills that prepare them well for their next stage in learning, including starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 320101 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10064246 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 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 2 October 2015

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The childminder registered in 1996 and lives in Roundhay, Leeds. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, 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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