Childminder in Bradford

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains how she will provide a safe and secure environment for children to learn and explore. She intends to promote healthy lifestyles and provide a range of home-cooked meals and snacks. The childminder knows the importance of children taking part in lots of physical activities indoors and in her large outdoor area. n The childminder understands how to promote children's independence and concentration. She talks about helping them to develop the skills they require for their future learning, including school. The childminder intends to raise children's self-esteem by allowing them to achieve their own goals and have a go at new things. n The childminder knows how to work closely with parents from the start. She intends to gather information about children's interests and what they can already do. Additionally, the childminder plans to share children's learning goals with parents and encourage them to continue their development at home.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure knowledge of child development and how to help children to make progress in their individual learning. She understands how to adapt activities to suit the needs of children and provide resources for their age and stage of development. The childminder provides an accessible environment where children can self-select their own toys to support all seven areas of learning. n The childminder regularly attends training courses to broaden her knowledge and update procedures within her practice. For example, she has recently completed a first-aid refresher course and an online safeguarding programme in line with local authority changes. The childminder is fully aware of her responsibilities when protecting children from harm. She recognises potential signs and symptoms of child abuse and knows where to report any concerns. The childminder understands what to do in the event of a child having an

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This provision meets requirements

accident and knows how to appropriately administer medication.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY478769 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 10076084 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 to 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 23 March 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Bingley, West Yorkshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 9am and 3.30pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder occasionally works with an assistant. She holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she has updated her skills and knowledge and evaluated her practice. n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took account of evidence of suitability checks. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to work with parents to involve them in their child's experience at the setting.

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12 December 2019 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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12 December 2019 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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