Childminder in Bradford

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

Children are very happy and settled in the childminder's home and are confident to approach her and visitors for cuddles. The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She has high expectations for children and of the quality of teaching she provides. She understands the positive impact this has on children's progress. The childminder provides a broad range of learning experiences which motivate and engage children to learn. For example, all children are very eager to practise cutting out with the scissors. Children independently choose which colour of paper they would like and tell the childminder the colour and then receive lots of praise and 'high fives', which helps to raise their self-esteem. The childminder provides some opportunities for children to develop their early writing skills. For example, children begin to recognise letters around the playroom. They follow the shapes of the letters with their finger, and the childminder tells them what the

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The provision is good

letter is. However, the childminder misses some opportunities to help children to develop their writing skills further. Children have good opportunities to enjoy fresh air and lots of exercise. For example, they use a large sheet of material and giggle and laugh as they move it up and down. Children place a soft ball onto the middle of the material and shout, 'The ball is going high in the sky.'

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need to do better?

n The childminder completes ongoing assessment and monitoring of children's learning. She uses this information about children's abilities and interests to underpin her planning and teaching. She plans what children need to learn next to ensure children make good progress. n Children enjoy their play and learning. They concentrate well and become engrossed in activities. The childminder encourages children to do things for themselves and to be independent and active. For example, children enjoy cutting the fruit for themselves at snack time. n The childminder reviews her provision regularly to improve. She meets frequently with other childminders and they share up-to-date information on early years issues. She also seeks the views of parents and children and takes account of their suggestions. n The childminder is kind and caring. She provides a warm, nurturing home-from- home environment for children. Children form strong bonds with the

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childminder. They are happy and settled in her care. n The childminder supports children to develop good communication skills. For example, she asks them challenging questions and gives them time to think and then respond. For instance, the childminder asks the children, 'What number comes after six?' She gives children time to think before they count confidently up to seven. n The childminder is a good role model. She has high expectations of children and

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need to do better?

28 January 2020 supports each child to develop an awareness of managing their own behaviour. Children learn to take turns with toys and resources. They behave appropriately and are well mannered. For example, the childminder gives children gentle reminders of saying 'please' and 'thank you' when playing with their friends. n Children have a good selection of toys and resources to choose from to cover all areas of the curriculum. They enjoy choosing from the wide selection of books available as they relax after lunch. n There are good opportunities for children to develop their understanding of the importance of healthy eating. For instance, they regularly go to the childminder's allotment to sow seeds and watch them grow in readiness to pick and eat later. n The childminder has good partnerships with other settings and professionals that children and their parents have contact with. She regularly shares information

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about children's development and supports them and their families well.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a detailed written safeguarding policy and this is informed by advice from the local safeguarding partnership. She understands how to swiftly identify and report child protection concerns. The childminder completes regular training, including first aid and safeguarding. She uses information from training to update her policies, to accurately reflect local safeguarding procedures. The childminder creates a safe space for children. She checks her home daily prior to children's arrival and takes steps to minimise any risks, and talks to children about staying safe. For example, when children want to do somersaults, she reminds them to look for a space so they do not hurt anyone.

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should:

n develop opportunities to extend and promote children's writing skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY366232 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 10074047 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 0 to 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9 Date of previous inspection 6 April 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Baildon, in Bradford, West Yorkshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint observation 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. n A walking tour of the home was completed by the inspector and the childminder.

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Inspection activities

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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Inspection activities

28 January 2020 28 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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