Childminder EY440560

Inspection date 16 April 2019 Previous inspection date 16 October 2018

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Inadequate 4 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 has taken decisive action to address weaknesses identified at the last inspection. She evaluates her practice and explores opportunities for continuing improvement. For example, she has plans in place for future training to improve her understanding of how investigative play supports children's learning. n The childminder completes ongoing assessments of children's progress. She uses the information she gathers through her observations to inform her planning. The childminder supports children well to achieve the next steps in learning she identifies, and they make good progress. n The childminder gives children frequent praise and encouragement to promote their confidence and self-esteem. This means they are keen to have a go and try new things. n Children have warm and positive relationships with the childminder and other children. They are happy, relaxed and well behaved in her care.

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This provision is good

n The childminder does not have effective partnerships with all other settings children attend. Therefore, information is not shared successfully to promote a joint approach to children's development that supports continuity in their learning. n The childminder has implemented a system to promote the two-way flow of information about children's learning and development with parents. However, this is not yet fully effective to support the ongoing, highly successful engagement of parents in monitoring and planning their children's progress.

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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 build partnerships with other settings children attend in order to promote a shared approach to children's learning and development that supports continuity in their learning n continue to develop engagement with parents to promote a highly successful two-way flow of information about children's learning and development that fully involves parents in monitoring and planning their children's progress.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors 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 held a number of 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 children during the inspection. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder provides a safe space for children to play. She checks her home every morning and takes appropriate steps to minimise any risks. The childminder ensures the premises are kept secure at all times. She has a suitable knowledge of changes that must be notified to Ofsted. She records children's attendance. The childminder has a detailed safeguarding policy that reflects current guidance from the Local Safeguarding Children Board. She knows the signs that indicate a child might be at risk from harm and understands how to report child protection concerns. The childminder accesses training to update her skills and knowledge. She links with other childminders to share good practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a well-equipped environment where children have space to explore inside and outside. She provides stimulating resources which are accessible and flexible, so children can move and use them in different ways. For example, children empty and fill containers using pasta, water and mud. The childminder encourages children to find new ways of doing things. For instance, she shows them how to soak water up with a sponge and carefully transport it so that they can squeeze it out into the mud. The childminder promotes children's communication and language skills well. She encourages the youngest children to listen to rhythmic patterns in stories and join in. She supports older children to extend their vocabulary, using words such as 'Brachiosaurus' and 'Pterodactyl'.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder promotes children's understanding of the world well. She teaches them about how things grow and change. The childminder asks children age-appropriate questions that encourage them to recall prior learning. For example, children explain how they found a cocoon during a walk. The childminder helps children make connections to real life. They talk about how the leaves caterpillars eat are like the salad they eat. Children enjoy a wide range of trips that enhance their learning, such as a visit to the local farm to see the new lambs. The childminder promotes good hygiene routines. She teaches children how to use tools safely when they cut up their fruit for their snack. The childminder teaches children to share and take turns, which helps them to build relationships. They learn to be respectful and polite.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident and self-assured. They are keen to learn. This positive attitude gives them a secure foundation for future learning. Children begin to practise early writing skills. They use large chalks to draw dinosaurs. They learn mathematical skills through play and daily routines. Children make good progress from their starting points. They acquire a good range of skills, ready for the move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY440560 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 10082619 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 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 16 October 2018

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in the Baildon area of Bradford. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder receives funding to provide early education for children age two years.

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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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