Childminder in Kirklees

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

The childminder provides a warm and welcoming environment where children feel safe and confident to explore. They engage with activities and resources for lengthy periods of time. During these, they use their fantastic imagination skills to create their own games and ideas. Children are actively involved in their own learning. The childminder encourages them to make their own choices and be independent. Additionally, children are encouraged to have a go at new tasks and learn how to use equipment safely, such as the outdoor climbing apparatus. The childminder knows children well. The effective settling-in process helps her gather information from parents from the start about their children. The childminder talks about children's likes, dislikes and personal needs. The childminder continues to assess children's progress and recognises new interests and developmental goals. She plans challenging and exciting activities for children to join in with. The

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The provision is good

childminder's teaching skills are strong. She recognises what children already know and how to enhance this. Children have access to a wide range of resources to develop their learning. They make good progress. Children are well behaved and enjoy inviting each other to play games. They follow instructions well and learn to resolve disputes with the clear support of the childminder. She helps children to understand how their actions may impact other's feelings. Each child's views are highly valued. For example, during a debate about which foods are healthy or not, all children's opinions are listened to and discussed. Children feel empowered to express themselves within a group.

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need to do better?

n The childminder works effectively with parents to share information about their child's progress. Parents know what their child is learning next and comment highly on the care that the childminder and her assistant provide. The childminder establishes links with other settings that children attend to continue this shared learning approach. She provides them with progress reports when children start and before they move on to school. The childminder works hard to ensure that children are emotionally and physically prepared for their transition. n The childminder regularly evaluates her skills and provision. She has a good knowledge of child development and is interested in how children learn in different ways. The childminder completes a variety of online training courses to ensure that she is up to date with changes to childcare requirements. However, she has not fully supported her assistant to maintain his professional

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need to do better?

development and keep his understanding of certain topics to a high standard. n Children have many opportunities to learn about healthy lifestyles and look after their bodies. They enjoy a bingo game where they use toothbrushes to clean off 'plaque' from laminated mouth images. During this activity, they develop their small-physical skills, as well as good mathematical skills as they count and

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need to do better?

21 January 2020 recognise numbers. Children's large muscles are developed as they balance on beams, run and climb in the outdoor space. They have areas in which they can investigate, such as hunting for minibeasts. Children go on regular walks into the community and visit parks, toddler groups and play gyms. This gives them chance for fresh air and to develop their social skills with a diverse range of people. n Children's speaking is well supported. The childminder uses clear words and instructions when talking and explaining to children. In return, children hold detailed conversations and are confident to say words in response. However, children have limited opportunities to take part in rhymes and songs and listen to stories to help fully embed their early language skills. n The childminder uses her effective teaching to help children develop and use their imaginations. For example, children turn the train track into a jungle scene.

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need to do better?

The childminder asks what they would need to make a jungle. Children explore their surroundings in search of items to use as 'trees' and 'animals'. They use their imaginations and technological skills to hold a pretend conversation using role-play mobile phones with the inspector. Children show her how to make a call by pressing the buttons and holding it to their ears while talking. n The childminder has the same ambitions and expectations for all children and what they can achieve. She is dedicated and enthusiastic about all children and their families, and acknowledges their individual needs. The childminder creates a respectful culture and atmosphere within her home and a safe space for children to grow and learn.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder keeps her safeguarding knowledge updated through online training programmes. She has a secure understanding of the signs and symptoms which indicate a child is at risk of harm. The childminder is aware of the reporting procedures if she is concerned about a child in her care. The childminder's assistant also has an understanding of how to keep children safe. He follows the robust health and safety policies and procedures within the setting. The childminder completes risk assessments of her home to maintain secure and safe premises.

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should:

n monitor the assistant's training needs more closely to help improve and maintain his skills and knowledge n provide more opportunities for children to join in with songs, rhymes and stories to help increase their understanding of early literacy and develop even better language skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY476719 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 10075886 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 to 9 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 19 July 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire. She operates all year round from Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has an early years qualification at level 2. She works with an assistant.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder and her assistant. She completed a learning walk of the premises to understand how the early years provision and curriculum are organised. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written and verbal feedback provided. n The inspector observed the quality of education delivered during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.

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Inspection activities

21 January 2020 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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21 January 2020 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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