Childminder, Out-of school day care in Kirklees

This provision meets requirements

Children enjoy the time they spend with the childminder. They are happy and secure in her care and develop close relationships with her. Children enjoy sharing their ideas and thoughts with the childminder. For example, they decide what games to play at their Christmas party and help to decide what food they would like.

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This provision meets requirements

The childminder gets to know the children in her care well. She plans a broad range of activities which are based on children's interests and what they are learning at school. She extends children's thinking through positive interactions and skilful questioning. Children revel in the childminder's praise as she celebrates their achievements, for example when children spell out tricky words correctly.

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This provision meets requirements

Children are confident and self-assured individuals. They develop good communication and social skills. Children confidently talk about their past experiences and describe what they like about the childminder's setting.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides a warm, welcoming and homely environment for children where they can relax before and after school. Children enjoy a range of well-planned and exciting activities and experiences. For instance, they enjoy decorating plates as part of their Christmas celebrations. n The childminder is a good role model and teaches children right from wrong. She uses a range of techniques to promote good behaviour, such as having a 'star of the week' award. Children listen carefully to the childminder and follow the house rules in place. They are well behaved and polite. They demonstrate good table manners and say 'please' and 'thank you'. n Children are physically active and enjoy a range of healthy snacks. The childminder supports children to make healthy choices around food, rest, exercise and screen time. n The childminder works alongside other settings that children attend, including school. She finds out what children are learning so that she can extend this

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need to do better?

further in her setting. There is a consistent approach to children's care and education. n Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder gets to know children and their families well. She regularly shares information with parents about what children are doing in the setting and asks about children's interests at home. n The self-evaluation process is effective. The childminder reflects on her practice and seeks the views of children and parents to drive forward improvements. She has completed a number of training courses since her last inspection, which

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10 December 2019 have helped her to develop her setting and the experiences she provides. For example, since her last inspection the childminder has enhanced her outdoor area to support children's physical skills.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder keeps the children in her care safe. She identifies any potential risks and minimises any hazards in her home. She teaches children about being safe, particularly with regard to the dangers they may face online. The childminder has good safeguarding knowledge and is aware of wider child protection issues, such as radicalisation and exploitation. She recognises what signs and symptoms might indicate a child is at risk of harm. The childminder knows the correct procedures to follow should she have any concerns about a child's safety or welfare.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY452265 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 10064030 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 to 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection 8 June 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Holmfirth. She operates her provision Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 9am and from 3.30pm until 6pm, during term time. In school holidays, the setting is open Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 6pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder gave the inspector a tour of her home, explaining how it is used by the children she cares for. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder throughout the inspection. n The inspector spoke to and interacted with children during the inspection. n The views of parents were considered through the written feedback provided. n The inspector looked at a sample of documentation, including the evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.

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We carried out this inspection 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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