Childminder 310745

Inspection date 12 March 2019 Previous inspection date 15 December 2015

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Effectiveness of leadership and management Requires improvement Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare Requires improvement Outcomes for children Good 2

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This is a provision that requires improvement

n The childminder has failed to ensure her paediatric first-aid qualification is up to date. n The childminder does not always gather detailed information from parents about what children can already do and what they know when they first start. n The childminder does not focus fully on exploring all options to help her continue to raise the quality of her good teaching.

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It has the following strengths

n The childminder and her assistant use self-evaluation effectively to strengthen their practice and improve outcomes for children. Parents and children contribute to this process through discussions. n The childminder knows the children well and understands how they learn and develop. She makes regular assessments of what children know and can do, and she identifies any gaps in their development. The childminder acts promptly to modify play experiences to provide further support in these areas. All children make good progress in their learning. n Children learn to be independent. They make choices in their play and like to practise doing things by themselves. This helps children's confidence and self-esteem to flourish. n The childminder keeps parents informed about the experiences she provides for children through daily discussions. This enhances parents' understanding of how to best support their children's learning at home.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and Childcare Register the provider must: Due date ensure that a current paediatric first-aid certificate is held and maintained. 12/04/2019

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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 gather more comprehensive information from all parents about children's achievements and skills on entry n focus on strengthening the programme of professional development further and identify ways to continue enhancing the already good teaching practice.

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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 and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as a sample of policies and evidence of the suitability of adults living in the household. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management requires improvement

The childminder's first-aid certificate expired just prior to the inspection. However, this does not significantly affect the children in her care as she does have sufficient knowledge and understanding about how to manage accidents, should they occur. She has taken speedy action to renew her certificate. Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Both the childminder and her assistant are aware of the possible signs of abuse or neglect, and understand what action to take if they have any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder checks her home daily to identify and minimise any potential hazards. The childminder has suitable systems to monitor the practice of her assistant. Parents are complimentary about the childminder. They comment that the childminder is 'flexible and approachable' and that they are 'delighted with the service she provides'.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The experienced childminder promotes children's language and communication skills successfully. She speaks audibly and introduces children to new words as they play, such as 'dragonfly'. The childminder makes the most of opportunities that arise to build on children's already very good mathematical skills. For instance, she encourages children to sequence the days of the week and to recognise numbers they see in books. The childminder uses her skills and knowledge to provide children with a variety of interesting and challenging learning experiences. For example, children excitedly fix together the large number mats on the floor. The childminder supports children's small- muscle skills effectively. For example, she encourages children to carefully pick up objects using tweezers. This provides children with good opportunities to strengthen their small muscles, supporting them to develop the dexterity needed for writing.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare require improvement

The weakness in leadership and management means that children's welfare is not fully assured. The childminder provides a welcoming, well-resourced environment. Children are happy and secure in the care of the childminder and her assistant. A gradual settling- in procedure that is agreed with parents in accordance with their child's needs helps children to feel emotionally secure. Children behave well. The childminder and her assistant are good role models. Children respond to the childminder's boundaries and understand what is expected of them. Children benefit from nutritionally balanced meals and access to fresh air on a daily basis. This helps to support their understanding of a healthy lifestyle.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are motivated in their learning and concentrate on activities that interest them. They regularly attend stay-and-play groups and access resources that help them learn about their similarities and differences. Children recognise colours and are beginning to understand positional language, such as 'on top of' and 'next to'. They are effectively developing the skills that they need in preparation for nursery or school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 310745 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 10063942 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 - 13 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 15 December 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 1992 and lives in the Skelmanthorpe area of Huddersfield. She operates term time only from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with her husband, who is her assistant.

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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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