Childminder, Out-of school day care in Leeds

Inspection date 25 July 2019 Previous inspection date 28 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 is passionate about her role and committed to providing the very best care and learning experiences for children. She accurately evaluates the quality of her setting and is dedicated to making continual improvements. Parents and children contribute to the evaluation process through questionnaires. n Children are offered a wide range of learning experiences, appropriate to their ages. They enjoy their time at this setting and make good progress in their learning and development. n The childminder is calm and caring. She develops a close relationship with children, who clearly enjoy the time that they spend with her. Children develop a deep sense of belonging. Their emotional well-being is effectively supported. n The childminder is a very good role model for children. She reminds them to be respectful to each other and to use kind words. She consistently offers children praise and gently reminds them of expected behaviour and boundaries. Children use good

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This provision is good

manners at mealtimes and are considerate to each other. Children's behaviour is very good. n The childminder works successfully with staff at the local nursery and school to identify how to support children's development. They share information about the different learning opportunities that children receive. This supports continuity in children's learning. n The childminder does not gather comprehensive information from parents about what children can already do and what they know when they first start. n The childminder does not provide a range of opportunities to help children to learn about differences between themselves and others.

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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 detailed information from parents about children's achievements and skills on entry n provide a greater range of opportunities to help children to learn about the similarities and differences between themselves and others.

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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 looked at relevant documentation, including 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 and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector took account of parents' views through written feedback presented on the day.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder makes good use of professional development activities to strengthen her teaching and improve outcomes for children. For instance, she has recently completed training which has supported her to manage children's portion control at mealtimes more effectively. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is alert to signs of abuse and knows how to refer any concerns to the relevant authorities. She carefully assesses risk and minimises potential hazards to provide a safe environment for children to play and learn. The childminder keeps suitable records. She implements policies and procedures effectively to support her good practice. Regular monitoring of children's progress helps the childminder to identify any possible gaps in children's development and learning. Parents are very complimentary about the service provided by the childminder. They comment that the childminder is

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

'caring, considerate and kind' and 'operates with the highest integrity'.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The qualified childminder extends children's language through her positive teaching. She introduces many new words to children as they play, including 'diagonal', 'symmetrical' and 'clockwise'. The childminder asks thought-provoking questions to challenge children's thinking. For instance, she encourages children to consider the differences between yogurt and fromage frais. The childminder helps to support children's knowledge of mathematics very well. For example, she encourages children to count, recognise numbers and use mathematical language as they play exciting games together. The childminder keeps parents informed about the experiences that she provides for children through daily discussions and electronic updates. This helps to improve parents' understanding about how to best support their children's learning at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The well-organised learning environment, indoors and outdoors, holds a wide variety of high-quality resources. This allows children to make choices and develop their independence as they play and explore. The childminder helps children to embrace healthy lifestyles. Children eat nutritious and balanced food and have daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. The childminder is vigilant at keeping children safe in the sun. For instance, she encourages children to increase their fluid intake and wear hats and sun cream when they go outside.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children achieve the milestones expected for their age and stage of development. Their literacy skills are developing well. For example, children confidently sound out familiar words. Children of all ages forge firm friendships with others and play cooperatively together. For instance, older children delight in making treasure maps for younger children to follow. Children are confident and eloquent communicators. They use a wide range of detailed vocabulary, for example when they talk about how they have made their ice lollies.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY301723 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10064276 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 5 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection 28 October 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Leeds. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except during bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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